Measurement and Evaluation in a Microdosed Training Program
by Ian Bonder, CSCS, Andrew Shim, EdD, CSCS,*D, and Dr Michael Waller, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, FNSCA
NSCA Coach
January 2023
Vol 9, Issue 3
This article seeks to provide insight on a training method based around prescribing small amounts of training to achieve a large amount of physical improvements.
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This article originally appeared in NSCA Coach, a quarterly publication for NSCA Members that provides valuable takeaways for every level of strength and conditioning coach. You can find scientifically based articles specific to a wide variety of your athletes’ needs with Nutrition, Programming, and Youth columns. Read more articles from NSCA Coach »
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