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Injury Prevention for Tactical Personnel – Compiling the Evidence and Lessons Learned
by Joshua Shumway, DPT, PT, CSCSJuly 01, 2019
Musculoskeletal injuries are the primary source of disability in the United States military. With the integration of movement screens and the implementation of tactical strength and conditioning facilitators there can be success in reducing the amount of musculoskeletal injuries in the tactical populations.
The Application of Systematic Goal Setting for Strength and Conditioning Coaches
by Andrew D. Gillham, PhD, CSCS,*DApril 01, 2016
Research on the benefits of using goals to increase athletic performance has shown that performance generally increases for athletes that use goals consistently. Learn how to move beyond generalities and see how a systematic goal setting approach can be paired with training athletes.
Features, Benefits, and Results—How to Differentiate Yourself in a Competitive Market
by David CrumpOctober 01, 2014
By understanding the differences between features, benefits, and results, along with how they impact current or potential clients, personal trainers can separate themselves from the rest of the pack and ensure long-term success of their business.
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The Relationship between the National Football League Scouting Combine and Game Performance Over a 5-Year Period
By Adam Virgile, CSCS | January 22, 2021This infographic reviews the relationship between the National Football League (NFL) Combine and its ability to predict the subsequent five-year game performances.
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The Tribe Mindset – Developing a Meaningful Team Culture
By Justin Kilian, MEd, CSCS,*D and Allison Schaefer, CSCS | January 22, 2021The purpose of this article is to highlight some practical methods to develop a collectivist mindset that is unified around core team values. This article also covers how to translate those theoretical constructs into actionable development of a meaningful team culture.
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Use of the FMS Screening Tool and Exercise Templates to Help Reduce Injuries and Improve Performance for Large Groups and Individual Military Members – A Personal Perspective
By Patrick Conway, MS, CSCS | January 15, 2021This article is a personal perspective on utilizing the Functional Movement System (FMS) as a tool to identify potential problems and function efficiently on a large group scale to reduce the risk of injuries.
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The Gray Area of Programming Weightlifting Exercises
By Timothy Suchomel, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC | January 08, 2021The purpose of this article is to discuss the gray area that should be considered when it comes to implementing weightlifting exercises.
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