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Boot on the Ground: Strength and Conditioning in the United States Army – Lessons Learned from a Year Coaching Infantrymen

by John Mata, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F
TSAC Report February 2019
Vol 2, Issue 51

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John Mata writes about his experience as a Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator® (TSAC-F®) and his opportunity to be part of a pilot program directed by United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM).

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This article originally appeared in TSAC Report, the NSCA’s quarterly, online-only publication geared toward the training of tactical athletes, operators, and facilitators. It provides research-based articles, performance drills, and conditioning techniques for operational, tactical athletes. The TSAC Report is only available for NSCA Members. Read more articles from TSAC Report 

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References

1. Issurin, V. Block periodization versus traditional training theory: A review. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness 48(1): 65-75, 2008.

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John D. Mata serves as the United States Air Force Special Warfare Human Performance Squadron Research Exercise Physiologist at Joint Base San Antonio ...

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