July 12 - 15, 2023 | Online & Las Vegas, NV | Up to 3.0 CEUs
The NSCA’s National Conference is a rite of passage for every strength and conditioning professional. Designed for serious educators and practitioners, the 2023 NSCACon summons the smartest minds across the industry to deliver you an outstanding blend of research and application:
Relevant Topics
» Attend thought-provoking presentations with takeaways you can apply Monday morning
» Dive deeper into your topics of interest and stay up to date on industry advancements
Authentic Speakers
» Discover the science directly from knowledgeable presenters who hold nothing back
» Engage with industry legends and sport science pioneers through interactive Q&A
Networking Opportunities
» Form partnerships or catch up with old friends between sessions and at multiple receptions
» Experience an inclusive atmosphere and strong sense of community with other professionals
Plus, explore exciting new products in the Exhibit Hall and secure up to 3.0 CEUs to support your recertification. Register now to join thousands of peers live in Las Vegas for the latest industry insights.
Earn More CEUs Than Ever
Joining in person provides you with more opportunities to learn, engage, and advance your education than online.
And now, for the first time ever, in-person attendees are eligible to earn an extra 1.0 Category D CEUs (equivalent to 10 Contact Hours, a $150 value) by taking an exclusive free quiz!
Simply register to attend in person, pass the quiz sent to your registration email 3-4 weeks post-conference, and the additional CEUs will be automatically added to your NSCA account.
Andrea Hudy is in the midst of her 29th year as a collegiate strength and conditioning coach. She directly oversees the sports performance program for the UConn Women’s Basketball program.
Hudy graduated from Maryland in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology. She earned a Master of Arts degree in sport biomechanics from the University of Connecticut in 1999 and completed her MBA from the University of Kansas in May 2019. She has started her PhD in exercise science at the University of Connecticut. Hudy is a certified strength and conditioning specialist by the NSCA.
William A Sands, PhD, FACSM is a retired sports scientist. His accomplishments include sports scientist for the US Ski and Snowboard Association; professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science at East Tennessee State University; the USOC Recovery Center Leader, Head of Sport Biomechanics and Engineering and Senior Physiologist; Monfort Family Human Performance Laboratory director; Director Research and Development USA Gymnastics; over 50 years of experience in Olympic sports. He was an associate professor at the University of Utah and Co-Director of the Motor Behavior Research Laboratory. Author of more than 100 peer-reviewed articles, 50 book chapters, 13 books, and over 500 national and international presentations.
Head Athletic Trainer and Strength & Conditioning Supervisor at Youngstown State University from 1976-2008. Member of the NSCA from 1978 to present. NSCA State Director of the Year 1985. CSCS 1985. NSCA-CPT 1993. NSCA BOD 1987-1990. NSCA Strength Coach of the Year 1989. NSCA (Epley) Lifetime Acheivement Award 1996. NSCA President 1998-2000. JSCR Editorial Excellent Award 2000. FNSCA 2007. NSCA Sports Medicine Practitioner Award 2007. NSCA Certification Commission Lifetime Acheivement Award 2007. Youngstown State University Athletic HOF 1995.
Schedule is subject to change.
Live streamed selection is pre-determined. You will receive a recording AFTER the event of all recorded sessions.
Event Itinerary - Wednesday, July 12 - Pacific Time Zone |
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM CSCS Exam Prep (Additional Purchase) This Clinic is a comprehensive review of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully pass the CSCS certification exam. |
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM CPR/AED Classes by Andy Terrano, CSCS Need to update your CPR/AED before 12/31/23? Andy Terrano will be providing 5 2 hr classes throughout Wednesday to help you renew your Red Cross training. Sign up through registration for only $75 - hurry capacity is limited! |
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Registration Open |
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM NSCA Store Open |
1:00 PM - 3:50 PM Speed & Quickness Development for a Lifetime by Ian Jeffreys, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA, RSCC*E, Boo Schexnayder, CSCS Loren Landow, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E & Doug Lentz, MS, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E
Workshop sponsored by Perform Better |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Pre-workout Supplements for Athletes: Considerations for Performance Safety by Andrew Jagim, PhD, CSCS,*D & Patrick Harty, PhD, CSCS
Research |
2:00 PM - 3:50 PM Using Foot Wedges for Optimal Performance by Rocky Snyder, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
Workshop Sponsored by Perform Better |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Control Issues with Caffeine Research by Dawn Anderson, PhD, CSCS,*D
Research |
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Under Construction: Building a Complete Strength, Speed & Conditioning Program by Justin Lovett, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, RSCC*D
Lecture |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM The Importance of Strength Training for Optimal Basketball Performance by Dimitrije Cabarkapa, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, USAW
Research |
4:00 PM - 5:50 PM Jump Testing & Iso Strength Testing by John McMahon, PhD, CSCS,*D & Paul Comfort, PhD, CSCS,*D
Workshop |
4:00 PM - 5:50 PM The Team Approach: Building an Elite Sports Medicine Continuum of Care by Mike Buckler, MPT, & Beau Smith, CSCS 1. Learn how to develop an integrated allied health model to provide optimal patient/client outcomes. Workshop |
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM How to Evaluate Dietary Supplements by Korey Van Wyk, MS, CSCS
Lecture |
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM Quantifying High-Intensity Functional Training: Potential Solutions for Monitoring Multimodal Workloads and Identifying Training Targets by Gerald Mangine, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, TSAC-F,*D
Research |
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM First Timer’s Orientation (RSVP Required) |
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Kick-Off Party |
Event Itinerary - Thursday, July 13 - Pacific Time Zone |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration Open |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM NSCA Store Open |
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open 8:30-9:30 AM | Enjoy breakfast and coffee/tea with the exhibitors in the hall. |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 8:30 AM | Tony Montgomery | Sex-dependent development of peripheral fatigue with and without BFR 8:45 AM | Allen Redinger | Musculoskeletal and neuromuscular performance in track and field athletes 9:00 AM |Stephanie Sontag | Yoga alters strength and motor unit behavior in healthy adults 9:15 AM | Adam Sundh | The effect of load on accentuated eccentric loaded jumps |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Career Roundtable Discussion: What the Heck is Work-Life Balance? Being Present as Both a Parent and a Coach by MaryBeth George, CSCS, RSCC,*D, Mary Kate Feit, PhD, CSCS,*D, Adam Feit, PhD, CSCS,*D, Moderator: Eric McMahon, MEd, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F, RSCC*D |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Starting With the End in Mind: The Educator’s Role in the Exam Process for Future Professionals by Kathryn Russell, PhD, LAT, ATC, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, TSAC-F,*D
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 9:30 AM | MacKenzie Melton | Proprioception and self-myofascial release intervention on female athletes 9:45 AM | Christopher Proppe | Intra-set neuromuscular responses during low and moderate pressure BFR 10:00 AM | Sam Moore | Interdisciplinary collaboration for rehabilitation evaluation in female athletes 10:15 AM | Parker Scott | Unilateral isometric strength tests and the relationship with dynamic performance |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Career Connection: Being more "Pracademic"? Navigating the Path Between Career Educator and Career Coach by Bryan Mann, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, FNSCA, RSCC*D |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Rugby Special Interest Group Meeting |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Basketball Special Interest Group Meeting |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM OPENING CEREMONIES AND KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: My 44-Year Love Affair with the NSCA by Dan Wathen, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, FNSCA
Lecture |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Lunch provided inside Exhibit Hall |
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM Title to be determined by Kate Ackerman, MD Lecture Sponsored by Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance |
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM Creating Meaningful Learning Opportunities in Strength and Conditioning Education by Chris Bailey, PhD, CSCS, RSCC
Lecture |
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM Sport Science and Performance Technology Special Interest Group Meeting |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM How to Train Effectively Without Lower Back Pain or Injury by Richard Ulm, DC, MS, CSCS
Lecture |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Forged in Fire: Insights on Coaching and Business by Annette Zapp, MA, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D
Lecture sponsored by NSCA Women's Committee |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Coaching Pathways: Making the Jump from College into Professional Sports by Cory Schlesinger, CSCS, RSCC,*D |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Abstract Podium Presentations 1:00 PM | Andrew LeMense | Estimating maximum load from submaximal velocity: Systematic review and meta-analysis 1:15 PM | Michelle Van Dyke | External training loads in collegiate women basketball athletes 1:30 PM | Megan Thompson | Relationships between motivation, physical activity, resistance training, and body fatness 1:45 PM | Alexa Chandler | Neuromuscular function after a simulated soccer match |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Career Connection: Pursuing an International PhD Opportunity in Sport Science by Jonathon Weakley |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM High School Coaches Professional Development Group Meeting |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Figure Skating Special Interest Group Meeting |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Gary Dudley Lecture: Reliability, Validity and Hydration Effect on Body Composition Determined by Bio-electrical Impedance by Steve Fleck, PhD, CSCS, FNSCA*E
Lecture |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Developing Speed for Team Sport Athletes by Michael Young, PhD, CSCS
Lecture |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM General Strength Circuit Design by Boo Schexnayder, CSCS
Hands-On sponsored by Perform Better |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Cryotherapy Reinvented: The Application of Phase Change Material Cooling in Athlete Recovery by Mal McHugh, PhD
Research |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Career Connection: Opportunities to Engage; How to Develop Your Leadership Skills Through the NSCA by Travis Triplett, PhD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM NSCA Weightlifting Position Paper
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Special Populations Special Interest Group Meeting |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Strongman Special Interest Group Meeting |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Why CASCE Accreditation? From Application to Decision This session is designed for faculty and administrators at colleges and universities with programs seeking to become leaders in strength and conditioning education, by supplying the profession with professionals equipped to safeguard their athletes and ensure program quality. Join us for this informational session to learn more about the Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education (CASCE-pronounced Kass-key) and why CASCE accreditation is important. Learn from CASCE board members how accreditation can benefit your program including information about each step of the accreditation process, from application to decision. |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM The Youth Physical Development Model 2.0: a 10-year Update by Rhodri Lloyd, PhD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA
Lecture |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Muscle Fiber Types: What Are They? Why Do We Care? by Andy Fry, PhD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA*E
Research |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Reducing the Pressure: Simplifying the BFR Training Screen Process by Nick Rolnick, DPT, CSCS
Lecture |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Career Connection: Gateways and Emerging Opportunities in Tactical Strength & Conditioning by Nathan Dicks, PhD, MS, CSCS,*D, FNSCA |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Weightlifting Special Interest Group Meeting |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Meeting |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Nutrition Special Interest Group Meeting |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Lacrosse Special Interest Group Meeting |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Testing and Profiling Athletes: Recommendations for Test Selection, Implementation, and Maximizing Information by Jonathon Weakley, PhD
Lecture |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Reverse Engineering in Strength & Conditioning: Determining a High-Performance Roadmap by Anthony Turner, PhD, CSCS,*D
Lecture |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Every Breath You Take: Use of Exhaled Breath Volatile Organic Compounds for Exercise Performance by Martin Lindley, PhD
Research |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM NSCA Foundation Data Blitz The Data Blitz will consist of individuals that the NSCA Foundation has supported with Grant funding and allow them to present their research results from the funded study. The Data Blitz will be a series of 5-minute fast-paced talks, each covering just a bite-sized bit of the NSCA Foundation funded research. |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Exercise/Sports Psych Special Interest Group Roundtable |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Football Special Interest Group Meeting |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Curricular Challenges to CASCE Accreditation Accreditation of an academic program often carries with it a host of curricular and administrative challenges. In this panel session, representatives from the Council on Strength and Conditioning Education (CASCE- pronounced kass-key) will discuss some of the common curricular and administrative issues facing programs pursuing accreditation. Topics covered will include: development of an S&C concentration/track; new course creation vs. existing course modification; calculating Program Director release time; faculty qualifications/certification requirements; establishing internship sites and addressing internship site supervisor qualifications. |
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM RSCC Happy Hour (RSCC and RSVP Required) |
Event Itinerary - Friday, July 14 - Pacific Time Zone |
7:30 AM - 3:00 PM Registration Open |
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM NSCA Store Open |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Pronation: A Full Body Experience by Rocky Snyder, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
Lecture Sponsored by Perform Better |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Bridge the Gap Lecture: Common Knee Injuries in Youth Athletes and their Implications for the Strength & Conditioning Professional by Stephanie Svoboda, DPT, MS, CSCS
Lecture |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Hand Speed & Skills Training Program by Bruce Lombard, MEd
Hands-On |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 8:30 AM | Kealey Wohlgemuth | Firefighter performance on an air consumption test 8:45 AM | Michael Toczko | Effect of years of service on firefighter fitness 9:00 AM |Christopher Cleary | Post knee surgery remedial strength training program effect on strength 9:15 AM | Kelsey Minor | Resistance training and prepubescent youth strength |
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CASCE Accreditation Roundtable: Trends from the Field Informing CASCE Accreditation This session is intended for all strength and conditioning stakeholders who are willing and able to provide feedback on emerging trends and changes that should likely result in a change to strength and conditioning practitioners’ education and on future Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education (CASCE-pronounced kass-key) standards and requirements. Join us for roundtable discussions where CASCE Standards’ Committee and Board member facilitators will engage you in a focus group dialogue. This session is well-suited for all employers and managers, along with other stakeholders, who evaluate S&C practitioners’ performance and who can provide insight into what strength and conditioning practitioners need to do better now and in the years to come. |
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open 11:30am-12:30pm | lunch provided (unopposed) |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Research & Analysis in Applied Sport: Setting Up a Framework for Communicating Data to Decision-Makers by Patrick Ward, PhD, CSCS
Lecture |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Pathways to Leadership by Lamarr Pottinger, NCAA
Lecture sponsored by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Performance Training Through Three Levels of Fitness by James McFarland, Med, CSCS,*D
Hands-On |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Crafting a Compelling Bio Sketch & Philosophy Statement: The Importance of Highlighting Your Achievements & Personal Philosophy by Don Melrose, PhD, CSCS,*D & Scott Caulfield, MA, CSCS,*D, RSCC*D Do you put the same amount of effort into your Biographical Sketches and Philosophy Statement as you do your research? If not, you may want to reconsider. Grant Reviewers and Hiring Managers take Bio Sketches and Philosophy Statements into high consideration when awarding funding and hiring positions. Use these 50 minutes to learn how to write (or re-write) your bio sketch and philosophy statements to ensure they are an excellent depiction of your abilities so you can secure grant funding, or a job! |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 9:30 AM | Ryan Dunn | Thermoregulatory adaptations induced by heat acclimation/acclimatization in endurance athletes 9:45 AM | Jake Hudgins | Influence of shoe type on running power and metabolic workload 10:00 AM | Jan-Joseph Rolloque | Influence of shoe type on running power and metabolic workload 10:15 AM |Augustine Agyei | Effects of sport specialization on injury rates in youth sports |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Career Connection: Getting in the door as a High School Strength & Conditioning Coach: An Administrator’s Perspective by Gary McChalicher, EdD, CSCS |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Performing Arts Coaches Special Interest Group Meeting |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Special Interest Group Meeting |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Bridge the Gap Lecture: Implementing Eccentric Training: Applications for Improving Hypertrophy, Strength, & Power by Tim Suchomel, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC
Lecture |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Profiling Drop Jump Performance: Using Kinetic Analysis to Inform Training Prescription by Jason Pedley, PhD
Lecture |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 10:30 AM | Emaly Vatne | Flotation-restricted environmental stimulation therapy and athlete recovery 10:45 AM | Matt Zukowski | Modelling the sprint start in elite speed skaters 11:00 AM | Jared Moore | Heart rate and RPE following HIIT running and cycling 11:15 AM | Damjana Cabarkapa | Force-time metric changes during practice |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Bridge the Gap Practical: Common Knee Injuries in Youth Athletes and their Implications for the Strength & Conditioning Professional by Stephanie Svoboda, DPT, MS, CSCS
Hands-On |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Combat Sport Special Interest Group Meeting |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Health & Wellness Special Interest Group Meeting |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM NSCA Female Athlete Position Paper by Nicole Dabbs, PhD, FNSCA, Kathryn Russell, PhD, ATC, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, TSAC-F,*D
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Career Connection: Strength & Conditioning Opportunities in the Private Sector by Chris Powell, MS, CSCS,*D |
11:30 AM - 12:20 PM Bridge the Gap Lecture: Supporting the Female Athlete Prenatal and Postpartum by Michelle Arent, MPH, CSCS,*D and Mel Sulaver, RD
Bridge the Gap Lecture |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Effective Decision-Making in Strength & Conditioning by Duncan French, PhD, CSCS,*D
Lecture |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Exercise Prescription and Load Monitoring Using the Critical Speed Concept by Bob Pettitt, PhD, CSCS,*D
Lecture |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Bridge the Gap Practical: Supporting the Female Athlete Prenatal and Postpartum by Michelle Arent, MPH, CSCS,*D and Mel Sulaver, RD
Bridge the Gap Practical |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Soccer Special Interest Group Meeting |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Women’s Solution Session |
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM Abstract Podium Presentations 1:00 PM | Caleb Voskuil | Sex differences in fatigability during resistance exercise 1:15 PM | Drew Gonzalez | Effects of astaxanthin on fitness and health parameters among firefighters 1:30 PM | Adam Burke | Phase characteristics of the countermovement jump force-time curve 1:45 PM | Paola Rivera | Evaluating different protocols for BFR |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM The Continuum of Certainty: Optimizing Communication in Human Performance by Brian Schilling, PhD, CSCS, FNSCA
Lecture |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Probiotics for Health and Performance: An Update by Jeremy Townsend, PhD, CSCS,*D
Lecture |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Bridge the Gap Practical: Implementing Eccentric Training: Applications for Improving Hypertrophy, Strength, & Power by Tim Suchomel, PhD, CSCS,*D, RSCC
Hands-On |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Sex, Gender, and Psychosocial Influences; Research Challenges, Limitations, and Recommendations by Whitney Moore, PhD, CSCS,*D
Research |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM College Coaches Professional Development Group Meeting |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Bodybuilding Special Interest Group Meeting |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Long Term Athletic Development Special Interest Group Meeting |
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Women’s Committee Meeting |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Strength: The Foundation of Performance - Michael H Stone Sports Science Lecture by Paul Comfort, PhD, CSCS,*D
Lecture |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Sleep – Recovery – Adaptation – Client Results: A Practical Coaching Framework by Nicholas Lambe
Lecture |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Application of Blood Flow Restriction Training to Maximize Exercise Benefits and Athletic Performance by Ethan Hill, CSCS
Research |
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM Track and Field Special Interest Group Meeting |
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM Keynote: Transfer of Training by William Sands, PhD
Lecture |
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM NSCA Awards Banquet ***Limited availability - additional purchase - RSVP required*** Sponsored in part by Matrix |
Event Itinerary - Saturday, July 15 - Pacific Time Zone |
7:30 AM - 11:30 AM Registration Open |
7:30 AM - 11:30 AM NSCA Store Open |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Bridge the Gap Lecture: Explosive Power Training Moving Forward by Jimmy Radcliffe, MS, CSCS
Lecture |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Dancers as Athletes: Recommendations for Enhancing Competitive Performance by Josh Wludyga, DSc, CSCS,*D
Lecture |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 8:30 AM | Ayush Mehra | Deuterium oxide validation in Hispanic adults 8:45 AM | Jonathan Miller | Novel sensors for a prototype force plate 9:00 AM | Patrick Beaumont | Strength differences in high-performing Paralympic powerlifters 9:15 AM | Joshua Carr | Unilateral training accelerates strength recovery following orthopedic immobilization |
8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Educators Special Interest Group Meeting and Roundtable |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM The Difference Makers - What really Matters in Strength and Conditioning by Ian Jeffreys, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA, RSCC*E
Lecture sponsored by Perform Better |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Understanding and Recognizing Relative Energy Deficiency - Sport by Jana Heitmeyer, MEd, RD, CSCS
Lecture |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Personal Trainers Professional Development Group Meeting |
9:30 AM - 10:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 9:30 AM | Greg Ryan | Normalized rookie 2022 NFL combine performance and draft round differences 9:45 AM | Jeremy Ross | Systematic review: vertical jump testing for overreaching 10:00 AM | Josh Secomb | Comparison of sprint skating and physical capacities in Australian hockey 10:15 AM | Katie Hirsch | Menstrual pain management survey |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM It's OK to Get Strong by Bryan Mann, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, FNSCA, RSCC*D
Lecture |
10:00 AM - 11:20 AM Career Talk: What’s Next in Your Career Path? How to Recognize YOU if You are in Your Own Way by Vicki Landers, DPT |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Bridge the Gap Practical: Explosive Power Concepts in Action by Jimmy Radcliffe, MS, CSCS
Hands-On |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Personal Trainers Professional Development Group Meeting |
10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Abstract Podium Presentations 10:30 AM | Matthew Hermes | The effect of varying concentric velocity on bench press performance 10:45 AM | Timothy Suchomel | Relationships between squat strength and braking impulse during AEL squats 11:00 AM | Gene Gerstner | Feasibility of workload monitoring within law enforcement 11:15 AM | David Looney | Three-dimensional body scans identify performance potential during military load carriage |
11:30 AM - 12:20 PM Keynote: Controlling Chaos: Implications of Managing Athlete Health and Performance by Andrea Hudy, MA, MBA, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E
Lecture |
Due to unexpected issues with the recent systems upgrade, we've extended early bird pricing for NSCA National Conference! But hurry, our best prices only last through June 1.
Through June 1 |
June 2 - June 27 |
June 28 - On-site |
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Non-Member You do not have a current/active membership |
$540 | $570 | $655 |
Registration + Professional Membership You would like to register for the event and add a professional membership |
$490 | $545 | $595 |
Professional Member You have a current/active professional or CPI membership |
$360 | $415 | $465 |
Registration + Student Membership You would like to register for the event and add a student membership |
$280 | $310 | $340 |
Student Member You have a current/active student membership |
$210 | $240 | $270 |
Awards Banquet Ticket Friday, July 14, 7 PM |
$40 | $65 | $85 |
Guest Pass Access to: Exhibit Hall, Kick-Off Party, Exhibitor Breakfast & Luncheon. Must accompany a registered guest. |
$85 | $85 | $85 |
Registration Closes:
In-Person attendance: 7/11, 5:00 PM pacific (on-site registration will remain open throughout the week)
Online attendance: 7/12, 5:00 PM pacific
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NSCA has 2 options for attending. Whichever option you choose, we strive to connect with our attendees in meaningful ways and we look forward to bringing you the features that make the NSCA National Conference unique. Below are some of the key advantages of each attendance option:
Benefits |
In-person |
Online |
Cutting-edge educational sessions |
More sessions and activities available in-person (Additional sessions, round tables, SIG meetings) |
Key sessions will be made available online live during the event |
Earn more CEUs |
For the first time ever, in person attendees can earn an extra 1.0 Category D (equivalent to 10 contact hours, a $150 value) by taking a free quiz only available to in person attendees. Simply register to attend in person, pass the quiz sent to your registration email three to four weeks post-conference, and the additional CEUs will be automatically added to your NSCA account. |
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Engage with Experts |
Ask questions one-on-one with presenters. Participate in hands-on practical sessions – learn the technique and cues from the experts |
Ask questions via the Q&A feature |
Convenience |
The largest gathering of strength and conditioning professionals provides the easiest way to connect and share ideas with your peers |
Gain knowledge and skills without leaving home |
Company Approval Take Home Message |
Take your experience, connections, new research, and techniques learned back to your company to share and immediately implement with your athletes and clientele |
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Network & Make Connections |
Career connections, networking and social events, round table discussions, and awards banquet |
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Exhibit Hall & 2 receptions |
Explore the latest knowledge and equipment and connect with peers over food and drink |
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Vacation in Vegas |
Known for its food, fun and entertainment. Add a day onto your visit! |
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Awards Banquet (+$40) |
Celebrate the accomplishments of some of the best in the industry over dinner and drinks (limited availability) |
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Access to online sessions |
1 year of access to online sessions as well as additional sessions recorded at the event |
1 year of access to online sessions as well as additional sessions recorded at the event |
Whether you’re coming to expand your network, uncover new trends, or earn up to 3.0 CEUs, we want you there—and we’re here to help.
Our updated Justification Toolkit has everything you need to secure funding to attend, from tips for speaking with your supervisor to specific sessions that align with your job tasks.
Abstract submissions are open yearly from November to March (exact dates change annually). Research abstract presentations are an opportunity to present current research findings to researchers and strength and conditioning professionals at the NSCA National Conference.
Submit AbstractsAll refund requests must be submitted in writing (email) and should state the reason for cancellation. No refunds will be accepted over the phone.
Email: conferences@nsca.com
Full refund less $20 if postmarked by June 1
50% refund if postmarked June 2 - June 27
No refund after June 27, 2023
The NSCA has many options to help you in obtaining the necessary CEUs to recertify. Please check the CEU Opportunities page for the most current information.
For the first time ever, in person attendees can earn an extra 1.0 Category D (equivalent to 10 contact hours, a $150 value) by taking a free quiz only available to in person attendees. Simply register to attend in person, pass the quiz sent to your registration email three to four weeks post-conference, and the additional CEUs will be automatically added to your NSCA account.
View All NSCA CEUsWe look forward to highlighting you to our attendees.
Email: exhibitors@nsca.com
Exhibitor InformationWhere is the event being held?
Caesars Palace: 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109
What does it mean when I see "Streamed Live" on the schedule?
The sessions labeled "Streamed Live" will be just that, streamed live during the week of the conference. It's what's included with the online registration. All attendees will receive access to all of the recorded main sessions approximately 2 weeks after the event.
How do I earn all 3.0 CEUs available?
Whether you choose to join us online or in person, 2.0 Category A CEUs will be automatically applied to your NSCA account.
To earn the additional 1.0 Category D CEUs available, you must register to attend in person and pass a free quiz sent to your registration email approximately 3-4 weeks after the event. The quiz will cover specific sessions that you may review in advance by watching session recordings.
How long do I have to register for the In-Person experience?
The online registration opportunity (to attend in-person) will close July 11th, 5 PM pacific. Onsite registration will remain open all week.
How long do I have to register for the Online experience?
Registration will close July 12th, 5 PM central.
As a registered attendee, will I receive a recording of the online, virtual or live streamed event?
Yes. You will receive a recording approximately 2-3 weeks after the event to review anything you may have missed. You will have access for one year.
How do I know which sessions will be streamed/included with my registration?
It will be indicated under the Schedule portion of the page.
If I miss some of the online, virtual or live streamed event, will this affect my CEUs?
No. You will receive a recording after the event to review anything you may have missed, therefore receiving the full Category A CEUs.
Will I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
Yes. A certificate will be emailed to you approximately 2-3 weeks after the event.
How do I report my CEUs?
The NSCA will automatically apply the CEUs to your NSCA Account. If you need to report CEUs elsewhere, you may use the Certificate of Attendance.
Can anyone register for this event?
Yes. Anyone who is interested in an NSCA Event can register.
Do I need a Membership to register?
No. You only need an NSCA Account to register. If you do not have one, you can create one for free.