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Sport Science Load Monitoring Practices, Application, and Practicality for First Responders - Part I
May 30, 2025
This article discusses how first responder organizations can optimize their training programs through scientific techniques, including the measurement of training load.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Professional Development Physiological Stress Fitness Requirements Training Load Measurement Performance Improvement Training Optimization Sport Science
Prescription Exercise Programming in Preparation for the Army Combat Fitness Test
February 24, 2023
This article discusses the importance and impact a qualified fitness professional on the fitness and readiness of soldiers for the United States Army.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Army Army Combat Fitness Test Soldiers Fitness
Correcting Misconceptions in the Knowledge of Personal Trainers
May 29, 2020
The aim of this article is to review the research into the knowledge of personal trainers, their misconceptions, and to provide evidence-based strategies to help correct any misconceptions.
Personal trainers Professional Development Critical Thinking Personal Trainers Professional Development
NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Episode 86: Brice Long
Brice Long, Director of Human Performance Experience at O2X, talks to the NSCA Coaching Program Manager, Eric McMahon, about O2X’s holistic approach for fire, police, military, and federal agencies. Topics under discussion include the value of training as a firefighter, physical tests and assessments in the National Guard, and being diverse in your skill sets as a coach.
Find Brice on Instagram: @o2xhumanperformance or Twitter: @o2xhp | Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs or Twitter: @ericmcmahoncscs
Coaches Professional Development
Nutrition Strategies for Peak Performance – Balancing Timing, Whole Foods, and Supplements
November 1, 2024
This article explores the critical role of nutrient timing in optimizing energy levels, supporting recovery, and enhancing overall physiological responses.
Coaches Nutrition Nutrition Supplements Hydration Recovery Nutrient Timing
Caffeine – Practical Applications for Coaches
October 1, 2019
This article discusses the background, statistics, mechanisms, timing, dosing, influences, and practical applications for the use of caffeine as an ergogenic aid.
Coaches Exercise Science Nutrition Caffeine Dietary Supplement Dosing Timing Ergogenic Aid Caffeine Habituation Modes of Delivery
A Creative Mind in the Professional Development of a Strength and Conditioning Coach
June 21, 2024
This article discusses the importance of a creative and open mind in strength and conditioning coaches, as well as tips to develop it.
Coaches Professional Development Creative Mind Professional Development Growth Open-Mindedness
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The Importance of Proper Movement for Marines—Part 4: Movement Education
October 1, 2014
In the final part of this four-part series on proper movement, the author recommends that the US Marine Corps screen the movement quality of each Marine and educate them on how to move correctly in order to reduce the risk of injury.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design HIIT movement assessment fitness for Marines injury prevention
Sport Science Load Monitoring Practices, Application, and Practicality for First Responders – Part II
August 29, 2025
This TSAC Report article discusses the training load of GPS technology and blood lactate monitoring for first responders. Visit NSCA online to learn more about tactical fitness.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Exercise Technique Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Professional Development Biometrics Heart Rate Monitoring Sport Science Physiological Response Blood Lactate Athlete-Generated Data Sport Performance GPS Technology
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