Tactical Fitness Research, 2019
by Guy Leahy, MEd, CSCS,*D
TSAC Report
February 2020
Vol 55, Issue 6
This article briefly explores some current research that has important implications for improving the readiness and lethality of military personnel.
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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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