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Low Back Pain—The Mobility-Stability Continuum
August 13, 2018
Nearly all fitness professionals are forced to address low back pain (LBP) to some extent, regardless of the age or population with which they work. The purpose of this article is to shed light on contemporary research surrounding LBP.
Personal trainers Program design Mobility Lower Back Pain Mobility for Lower Back Stability Stability for Lower Back
Progression for First Responders to Help Prevent Lifting Injuries
April 1, 2013
This article contains a sample progression to use with high call volume fire departments to help maintain mobility while building job-specific strength and avoiding a hyper-fatigued state.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design Safety safe lifting lifting injuries fitness for EMT fitness for firefighters TSAC
Coaching Philosophy to Enhance Communication Strategies Between Strength and Conditioning Professionals and Firefighters
November 19, 2025
This article from TSAC Report shares a coaching philosophy than can bridge the communication gap between strength and conditioning professionals and firefighters Visit NSCA online to read more on tactical athletes and fitness news.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Firefighter Readiness Fitness Culture Injury Prevention Recovery Strategies Fatigue Management Firefighter Fitness
Importance of Hip-Shoulder Separation in Baseball
March 27, 2026
This NSCA Coach article examines the importance of hip-shoulder separation on performance in baseball pitching. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance and sport science.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Baseball Throwing Mechanics Ground Force Production Reaction Time Pitch Velocity Rotational Power Mobility and Flexibility Core Stability Stretch–Shortening Cycle
From the Field Two-Part Series: Part 1 – The Benefits of Alternative Licensure for Strength and Conditioning Coaches Pursuing Physical Education Teaching
March 1, 2024
This article will explore the benefits of alternative licensure programs for strength and conditioning coaches aspiring to become physical education teachers.
Coaches Professional Development Physical Education K-12 Fundamental Movement Patterns Health and Wellness
Training for Connective Tissue Adaptations
August 2, 2024
This article takes a closer look at training strength and stiffness in connective tissues.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Connective Tissue Stretch Shortening Cycle Rehabilitation ACL Tendon Ligament Plyometrics
Rehabilitation for Law Enforcement Officers
June 1, 2017
In this article, three considerations are discussed to aid in addressing successful rehabilitation and return to work: 1) targeting the injury site using a combination of physiotherapy, physical therapy, and tactical strength and conditioning; 2) workplace engagement; and 3) using available tools that may assist in determining appropriate approaches.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design TSAC Report rehabiliitation law enforcement tsac performance team
Sports Medicine/Return to Performance Specialist Award
The Sports Medicine/Rehabilitation Specialist Award is given to a sports medicine professional whose work and contributions have significantly impacted the field of sports medicine or rehabilitation for athletes.
TSAC Report - First Responder Column
July 26, 2024
This column reviews recent literature that investigated the appropriateness of a commonly utilized on-duty exercise training modality for firefighters and describes the occupational demands of specialist tactical police officers.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Firefighter Special Tactical Police Officer High-Intensity Resistance Training Heart Rate
TSAC Report Research Column – December 2020
September 10, 2021
This article is part of a continuing series of tactical strength and conditioning (TSAC) research reviews. It is designed to bring awareness to new research findings of relevance to tactical strength and conditioning communities.
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