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Hypertrophy Loading Zones: How Incorporating Light Weights can Translate into Greater Gains
October 31, 2014
Lighter weights can translate to bigger muscles, Brad Schoenfeld says in this lecture from the NSCA's 2014 Personal Trainer Conference. Brad presents one of his latest studies, which looks at hypertrophy in trained subjects.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design personal training Hypertrophy Loading Zones Training Volume Hypertrophy Training
Practical Application of Velocity-Based Training in College Football
August 31, 2026
This article provides a practical framework for implementing velocity-based training (VBT) in the college football setting, including strategies for autoregulation, load monitoring, training specificity, and the development of strength and power. Visit NSCA online to read more on sport performance and strength development.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Training Adaptations Strength Programming Load Training Velocity Sport Performance Training Volume Power Development Football Training
Training Clients during Pregnancy—Modifications and Considerations
May 13, 2019
Personal trainers should be aware of the physiological changes during pregnancy for each trimester in order to provide appropriate exercise modifications and alternatives for their prenatal clients, to positively influence overall health.
Personal trainers Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Pregnancy Training Pregnant Client Physiological Changes
Using Intensity Based on Sets and Repetitions – Over 50 Years of Experience: A Brief Overview of Load Setting and Programming Strategy
December 15, 2025
This NSCA Coach article offers a brief description on the various methods for setting resistance training loads. Visit NSCA online to read more on strength training and program development.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Professional Development Intensity Based Training Strength Coaches Power Lifting Fatigue repetitions in reserve (RIR) relative intensity (RI) repetition maximum (RM) velocity-based training (VBT)
Strength Zone Training – True Full Range of Motion Strength Training
July 17, 2020
This article discusses how personal trainers can utilize the strength zone training system in order to develop true full range of motion strength, and thus help clients perform better and further reduce injury risk.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Range of Motion Isolation Exercises Joint Movement Mechanical Tension
A Training Approach for the United States Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test for Officer Candidate School Candidates
September 2, 2026
This article explores strength training and conditioning programs designed to improve Physical Fitness Test (PFT) scores, strength, endurance, power, and combat readiness. Visit NSCA online to learn more about tactical athletes and strength.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Strength Development Combat Readiness Training Volume Resistance Training Program Endurance Training Lower Body Power Upper Body Strength Training Officer Candidate School (OCS)
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