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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 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.
Creatine
By Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fourth Edition | January 08, 2021This excerpt will briefly discuss the importance of exercise, dosage of the supplement, efficacy, body mass changes, and adverse effects of creatine.
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A Mindful Lift – Benefits of Mindful Meditation in Strength and Conditioning – Part 1
By Elizabeth Hope, Meagan Wilson, and Brian Gearity, PhD, ATC, CSCS,*D, FNSCA | January 01, 2021In the first of a two part series, this article explores the possible benefits for strength and conditioning coach development and discusses how mindful meditation can improve reflective practice and the coach-athlete relationship.
How to Utilize Contrast Training for Strength, Power, and Performance
By Charley Gould | January 01, 2021The purpose of this article is to provide an introduction to contrast training, including how it is defined, what variables are utilized, and examples of how to use it in training.
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