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STRENGTH &
CONDITIONING
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Educators, and Certified Professionals
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STRENGTH &
CONDITIONING
FOR ALL.
60,000+ Global Members, Researchers, Educators,
and Certified Professionals United in One Purpose
Connect Create a Free Account

OUR MISSION

Founded in 1978, the NSCA is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit dedicated to advancing strength and conditioning research and education through cutting-edge publications, certifications, and continuing education. Learn More

Research & Education

Free Resources

The NSCA offers public access to extensive resources to empower the broader community, ensuring everyone can thrive in strength and conditioning.

4000+ peer-reviewed articles
Learn from the NSCA’s "Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research" (JSCR) and the "Strength and Conditioning Journal" (SCJ).
200+ videos
Stream free on NSCA TV to access relevant education, conference and clinic sessions, and insights from industry leaders.
160+ episodes
Follow the NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, featuring stories and advice from strength and conditioning coaches.

Latest Articles

Members only
Pre-Workout Supplements – An Evidence - Based Guide
By Adam Gonzalez, PhD, CSCS,*D, and Guillermo Escalante, DSC, MBA, ATC, CSCS | November 08, 2024

The aim of this article is to provide an overview of the research on multi-ingredient pre-workout supplements (MIPS) and educate personal trainers on the various formulas and products on the market for making recommendations to clients.


Members only
Nutrition Strategies for Peak Performance – Balancing Timing, Whole Foods, and Supplements
By Eric Gerlach, MS | November 01, 2024

This article explores the critical role of nutrient timing in optimizing energy levels, supporting recovery, and enhancing overall physiological responses.


Members only
On-Duty Strength and Conditioning Programming Considerations for Police Officers
By Brandon Holder, CSCS, RSCC and Merrick Lincoln, DPT, PT, CSCS | October 25, 2024

The purpose of this article is to review the physiological determinants of police work, provide an overview of common constraints associated with training police officers, discuss the role of autoregulated training, and provide programming recommendations for training police officers around their patrol shifts.


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Certification

Elevate Your Expertise

Earn one of the NSCA’s respected certifications and start working with your desired training population. See which certification is right for you.

Exam Preparation

See opportunities to earn pre-approved CEUs toward any NSCA certification.

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Stay Certified with Continuing Education

See opportunities to earn pre-approved CEUs toward any NSCA certification.

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Community & Membership

Community Groups

Meet likeminded professionals in curated online groups, and share opportunities, and take part in discussions. Join one or more of the NSCA’s 25+ Special Interest Groups (SIGs) or Professional Development Groups (PDGs).

Membership

Unlock more research, education, and savings with NSCA Membership. Enjoy full access to NSCA TV, 5 publications, plus free CEU quizzes, and more as a Student, Professional, or CPI Member.

Job Board

Post, search, and apply for strength and conditioning-related job openings. The NSCA Job Board is open to the public with additional services for NSCA Members, like a free resume critique.
Lee Brown, MSc, CSCS, TSAC-F, RSCC

Senior Lecturer, University of East London

"What the NSCA provides is just mind blowing!

Journals, grant funding, internships, jobs, committees for women and all sorts of sports, clinical S&C, the list just goes on! I don’t think I can fully do justice to how incredibly amazing they are!"

Impact & Initiatives

See Where We Stand

Examine our position statements and learn about the NSCA’s official stance on important topics like long-term athletic development, androgen and human growth hormone use, and youth resistance training.

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NSCA Members, nominate 7 colleagues and start their legacies with the 2025 NSCA Peer Awards, presented at the National Conference annually. Deadline December 20
Help your athletes dominate any sport with a strong core and explosive power! Get the NSCA’s new "Developing the Core" and "Developing Power" 2nd Editions.
Show your program effectively prepares students and meets new 2030 CSCS prerequisites. Apply by December 3 to only pay your application fee through the CASCE Accreditation Grant
Members, apply now for a variety of NSCA Volunteer Leadership Opportunities — offering countless ways to get involved, give back, and make a lasting impact.

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