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    Philosophy in Strength and Conditioning—Clarifying Coaching and Training Philosophy
    by NSCA Coach
    and Scott Caulfield CSCS*D,RSCC*D
    and Brian Gearity PhD, CSCS
    Once strength and conditioning coaches have a better understanding of some of the differences between coaching and training philosophy, they can build their coaching philosophy and ensure it is a combination of both the “why” and “how.”
    Rehabilitation for Law Enforcement Officers
    by NSCA Tactical Strength and Conditioning (TSAC) Report
    and Kate Lyons, D Phty Katie Miller RD, LDN, CSCS
    In this article, three considerations are discussed to aid in addressing successful rehabilitation and return to work: 1) targeting the injury site using a combination of physiotherapy, physical therapy, and tactical strength and conditioning; 2) workplace engagement; and 3) using available tools that may assist in determining appropriate approaches.
    Training Methods and Considerations for Practitioners to Reduce Interlimb Asymmetries
    by NSCA Classic
    and Yann Le Meur PhD
    Do interlimb asymmetries impact performance and what are some training programs to reduce them?
    The Olympic Lifts—Suggested Practices and Common Mistakes
    by NSCA Coach
    and Vilayat Del Rossi, MA, CSCS,*D, USAW
    This article reviews the basics of the Olympic lifts, including strength base, skill transfer, snatch progressions, and clean and jerk progressions. This article also covers several suggested practices for strength and conditioning coaches to fine-tune and progress learning and coaching of the lifts.
    Catecholamines
    by NSCA Kinetic Select
    The catecholamines—primarily epinephrine, but also norepinephrine and dopamine—are secreted by the adrenal medulla and are important for the acute expression of strength and power because the hormones act as central motor stimulators and peripheral vascular dilators to enhance enzyme systems and calcium release in muscle.
    Nutritional Strategies to Speed up Recovery from Soft Tissue Injuries
    by NSCA Tactical Strength and Conditioning (TSAC) Report
    and Trisha Stavinoha MS, RD, CSSD, CSCS
    Nutrition plays an important role in the injury prevention and treatment of tactical professionals. Nutritional goals for healthy connective tissue are twofold: increase collagen content in connective tissues susceptible to injury and prevent a decline in collagen content to help mitigate injury and facilitate recovery.
    Altering Traditional Exercises to Fit Any Need
    by NSCA Tactical Strength and Conditioning (TSAC) Report
    and Joel Raether MAEd, CSCS,*D, RSCC*D
    Given the right implement and creativity, there is no limit to being able to adjust and modify exercises to achieve program goals. This article shares a few of the many exercises that can be done to work with specific limitations.
    Combining Physical and Mental Training
    by NSCA Coach
    and Andy Gillham PhD, CC-AASP, CSCS
    Much in the same way that a single movement or a single workout does not make or break a training cycle, the same holds true for mental skills. The challenge is that the strength and conditioning coach will likely need to reach out to another professional trained in sport psychology to help establish the plan and construct the appropriate interventions.
    Physiological Responses to Defensive Tactics Training in Correctional Populations – Implications for Health Screening and Physical Training
    by NSCA Tactical Strength and Conditioning (TSAC) Report
    and Robert Lockie, PhD
    Correctional officers can achieve heart rates that are indicative of maximal effort exercise during a simulated confrontation with a noncompliant inmate. Given the nature of the position, agencies should attempt to hire individuals that have the potential to be able to work in these situations and training instructors should ensure they are physically developed so they can function and make correct decisions when providing maximal effort under stress.
    The Role of Exercise in Anxiety and Depression: Background and Practical Considerations
    by NSCA Personal Training Quarterly (PTQ)
    and Gary Stebbing CSCS
    Evidence suggests a positive relationship between physical activity, exercise, and mental health. Exercise as a treatment modality is now being considered alongside psychotherapeutic and pharmacological approaches, and the role of specifically trained exercise specialists and personal trainers is an important component of the multi-disciplinary team.