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Common Medications that Lifters Over 40 Take, and How they Affect Exercise and Nutrition
by Igor KlibanovOctober 30, 2020
This article aims to offer guidance on the effects of certain medications, as well as help personal trainers and their clients in the consultation process with qualified physicians and pharmacists.
The Effects of Alcohol on Athletic Performance
by Claire Siekaniec, MS, RD, CSSDJune 01, 2017
The effects of alcohol on athletic performance vary depending on quantity, demographics, and type of exercise, making it difficult to determine specific recommendations. From an athletic performance standpoint, the acute use of alcohol can influence motor skills, hydration status, aerobic performance, as well as aspects of the recovery process.
Stress Inoculation Training in Tactical Strength and Conditioning
by Craig WellerApril 01, 2013
Tactical jobs are fast-paced, physically and psychologically intense, and failure can have tragic consequences, making it vital to train tactical athletes to perform better under stress.
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Incorporating the Farmer’s Walk Exercise into Your Client’s Program
By Michael Krackow, PhD, ATC, CSCS, TSAC-F, and Joyce Blandino, PhD | October 09, 2025This article reviews the farmer’s walk exercise and how to incorporate it safely into a client’s exercise program.
Diane Homan on Volleyball, Confidence, and Coaching Full Circle
By NSCA | October 07, 2025From the only girl in her school’s weight training class to Director of Sports Performance at The Xplosive Edge, Homan now shapes athletes at every level.
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Supporting Athlete’s Transitions: Coaching Strategies to Enhance Athlete Well-Being during Athletic Retirement
By Terrie Bradshaw, CSCS, and Tom Cormier, CSCS,*D, CSPS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, USAW | October 06, 2025This article provides suggestions for understanding athletes’ academic motivations to help coaches and institutions provide more meaningful and targeted support to prepare athletes for life beyond sport.
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