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Stability and the Squat: Front-Loaded versus Back-Loaded Squatting—Part 4
June 1, 2017
Squatting may be commonplace in the weight room, but proper execution of this great exercise is difficult. Strength and conditioning coaches will need to properly select exercises and cue their athletes in a way that not only allows for a proper stabilizing strategy to occur, but promotes it.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique NSCA Coach squat front squat back squat
Leave No Stone Unturned—Training for Success in the NFL Combine
March 4, 2019
The NFL Combine is a week-long evaluation process that allows NFL scouts, coaches, general managers, and owners to get an up-close and personal evaluation of the talent that comprises the given year’s draft class. This is a day-by-day program outline to maximize results and effort for the NFL combine.
Coaches Program design Testing and Evaluation NFL Combine Football Athlete Testing
A Mindful Lift – Benefits of Mindful Meditation in Strength and Conditioning – Part 1
January 1, 2021
In 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.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Professional Development Mindful Meditation Mindful Breathing Attentional Focus
TSAC Report – First Responder Column – April 2024 – Addressing Low Back Pain in First Responders
September 20, 2024
This article addresses low back pain in first responders by examining three relevant studies.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Law Enforcement Tactical Facilitator Duty Belt Firefighters Core Trunk Load Carriage
Using Feedback Drills to Coach the Turkish Get-Up
July 8, 2019
This article is an overview of the Turkish get-up movement, as well as cues and drills to help in this movement.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Turkish Get-Up Movement Multi-Joint Movement Cues Drills
Fall Prevention Program Recommendations for an Aging Population
August 5, 2022
This article will discuss the role of strength training, stretching, and functional mobility exercises in reducing falls in older adults and provide a guide for creating a program.
Personal trainers Program design Older Adult Fall Prevention Balance Flexibility
Enhancing Power and Performance in Volleyball Hitters
November 10, 2025
This NSCA Coach article explores how combining strength and plyometric training can improve volleyball hitters’ vertical jump and power. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance and sports science.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Professional Development Athletic Performance Neuromuscular Readiness Lower-Body Power Plyometric Training Volleyball Weightlifting Maximum Vertical Jump
Supplemental Land Training Considerations for the Recreational Surfer
July 22, 2022
This article outlines some programming considerations for the recreational surfer.
Personal trainers Program design Surfing Programming Mobility Core Paddling
Maintaining Physique and Physical Fitness in Parenthood – A Guide for New Parents
August 6, 2025
This Personal Training Quarterly article presents time-efficient fitness strategies to maintain physical and mental health during early parenthood. Visit NSCA online to read more on nutrition, health science, and fitness news.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Professional Development Interval Training Fitness Routine Parenthood Hydration Healthy Eating Food Prep Meal Planning Nutrition
Meeting Your Clients Where They Are – How to Nest Your Goals with Theirs
This article will provide some conditions and standards with specific tools personal trainers may consider using in their initial interview with potential clients.
Personal trainers Client Consultation|Assessment Professional Development Clients Accountability Goals Personal Trainers Progress
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