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Conjugate Periodization
January 28, 2013
Coach and powerlifter Matt Wenning, MS, discusses the benefits of conjugate periodization in this talk from the NSCA's 2013 Coaches Conference.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Conjugate Conjugate Periodization 2013-Coaches-Conference
Squat versus Hip Thrust: Effects on Performance
May 1, 2017
Is the squat or hip thrust a better exercise for increasing jump and sprint performance? The results of this study support the force vector theory.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique hip thrust squat vertical jump infographics
On the Limits of High-Performance Support
August 22, 2024
This infographic aims to challenge current approaches to supporting high-performance sports by introducing the concept of "parallel incrementalism".
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Infographic
Pulling Movements for the Tactical Athlete
April 29, 2013
Jon Carlock, MS, CSCS, *D, spoke at the 2013 TSAC Conference about pulling movements for the tactical athlete.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design TSAC Tactical Athlete Pulling Movements
Bridge: Deadlift Variations
May 1, 2015
Matt Thompson gives an overview of different variations of the deadlift and their pros and cons.
Coaches deadlift strength and conditioning exercise technique
Improving Mechanical Effectiveness during Sprint Acceleration: Practical Recommendations and Guidelines
February 22, 2020
This infographic details sprint profiling and reviews possible resistance training exercises that help along the force-velocity curve.
TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Infographics Sprint Profiling Force-Velocity Curve Acceleration
Influence of Perceptual-Cognitive Function on Movement Output
August 28, 2020
This article briefly describes the importance of training perceptual-cognitive skills for faster performance.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Program design Perceptual-Cognitive Skill Agility Coordination Decision Making Quickness
Strength Training Practices for Rowing – Part 2 – Strength Training for Performance
June 12, 2020
This article is the second of a series of articles on strength training practices for rowing and seeks to provide information on periodization strategies for rowers of different competitive levels and schedules, as well as include sample periodization plans and sample programs.
Coaches Program design Rowing Periodization Strength Training Stroke Motion
The Importance of Proper Movement for Marines—Part 1: An Introduction to Movement and Potential Problems
April 1, 2015
This is the first part of a four-part series that will address implementing a comprehensive evidence-based approach to proper movement patterns in order to reduce movement dysfunction in Marines.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design USMC training Marine fitness testing Marine fitness training training to be a Marine Marine Corps fitness safe exercise technique USMC movement mechanics Proper movement
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