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Developing Athleticism is the C.O.R.E. of Positive Youth Development
December 1, 2012
This article breaks down youth training. To develop athleticism for youth, coaches should follow the C.O.R.E. principles: context in which to apply movement patterns, opportunities to develop proper movement, recognition of physical attributes required, and environments in which youth explore movement.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design teaching athleticism youth athleticism youth training youth athletic development
First Responder Research Column – The Importance of Adequate Sleep for First Responders’ Mental Health
October 2, 2025
This TSAC Report article discusses the training load of GPS technology and blood lactate monitoring for first responders. Visit NSCA online to learn more about tactical fitness.
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 Public Safety Sleep Intervention Depression Sleep Disorders Insomnia Occupational stress Mental Health First Responder
Implementing Strength Training to Improve Ruck March Capacity
April 17, 2020
This article describes the various strength training processes that can be implemented to build a soldier’s ruck march capacity.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Ruck March Progressive Overload Load-Carriage Soldiers Strength Training
7 Tips for Navigating Mental Health as a Strength and Conditioning Professional
May 6, 2025
Learn 7 ways that strength & conditioning professionals can recognize mental health concerns, respond effectively, & provide support while staying within scope.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Organization and Administration Safety Emergency Procedures Professional Development Recovery Performance Focus mental health Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Depression Anxiety
Trainer Tips: Hydration
May 1, 2017
Trainer Tips are infographics designed to help you, an NSCA professional, educate clients and promote your services. These member-only resources can be used for client education, motivation, and promotion.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition hydration NSCA-CPT infographics
Understanding the Physiological Limiting Factors of VO2max
December 17, 2018
Determining VO2max can be useful in all areas of health, from potential diagnosis of heart disease in the elderly to measuring peak performance in elite athletes. This article will discuss the physiological limiting factors of VO2max and the role each plays in cardiovascular improvement.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Vo2 Max Aerobic Capacity Aerobic Training Cardiovascular Training
The Importance of Training for Power in the Senior Population
July 8, 2025
This Personal Trainers Quarterly article shares considerations to counteract the decline of muscular fitness in older adults. Visit NSCA online to read more on corrective exercises, health, and fitness
Personal trainers Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Professional Development Functional Performance Muscular Fitness Neuromuscular System Aging Seniors Mobility Power Resistance Training
Role of Hormones
May 13, 2022
This excerpt from Strength Training, Second Edition briefly details hormones and their role in the human body.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Hormones Insulin Growth Hormone IGF Testosterone Estrogen Cortisol
Avoiding Liability as a Fitness Professional
January 1, 2016
Unfortunately, injuries do occur during exercise, and the legal implications that follow them can be quite significant. Taking small, reasonable precautions at the onset of a new personal trainer-client relationship can stave off significant problems down the road.
Personal trainers Organization and Administration Legal Issues how to be a personal trainer personal training legal ability liability
TSAC Report -- MIlitary Column -- October 2024
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Professional Development Army Combat Fitness Test Military Performance Combat Sport Infantry Standing Long Jump (SLJ) Isometric mid-thigh pull (IMTP) General Military Training Sport Military Training
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