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Hierarchical Structure of Periodization Cycles
August 24, 2018
The periodization of training is facilitated by a hierarchical structure that allows for several distinct interrelated levels that can be used in the planning process. Each level of the periodization process should be based on the training goals established for the athlete or team.
Coaches Program design Periodization Program Design Training Load Training Volume
Tactical Training and the Menstrual Cycle – From the Field Experience from Naval Special Operations Training
April 8, 2022
This article serves to educate people about the menstrual cycle in the tactical female population. It provides a framework for how to work through the phases of menstruation to increase training response, and thus, overall success in military training.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Special Forces Menstrual Cycle Hormones Premenstrual Syndrome
Workload Dependence of Injuries
January 19, 2024
This excerpt from NSCA’s Essentials of Sport Science briefly explains workload and injury risk factors.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Professional Development Workload Injury Risk Fitness Fatigue
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
Polarized Endurance Training (PET) for Cardiovascular Endurance Optimization
June 1, 2017
There is growing evidence that polarized endurance training is a promising method for optimizing a tactical athlete’s cardiovascular system, preparing for physical performance tests, allowing for a more full recovery during deployment, and allowing for safer return to duty after injury or deployment.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science TSAC Report Endurance cardiovascular fitness tsac-f tactical strength and conditioning
Importance of Rate of Force Development
July 31, 2017
In this session from the 2017 NSCA National Conference, Mike Stone explains what rate of force development (RFD) is, how it is derived, and the underlying mechanisms affecting RFD.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Speed development strength and conditioning rate of force development
Periodization is Dead, or is it?
May 13, 2019
Former President of the NSCA Greg Haff talks about how views on periodization have changed, and the importance of periodization for coaches and athletes to see consistent performance, in this 2018 National Conference video.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Greg Haff Periodization Performance Strength and Conditioning
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