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Programming Considerations for the Tactical Officer in Law Enforcement – Focusing on Fundamentals
October 29, 2018
By examining a practical approach to programming fundamentals based on a needs analysis and training objectives relative to the program, a foundational plan can be laid that may lead not only to the appropriate progression of a given officer but also to the mutual satisfaction of the trainer and trainee alike.
TSAC Facilitators Program design TSAC Tactical Athlete Law Enforcement
Overcoming Challenges Associated with Training Youth Athletes
April 1, 2014
Strength and conditioning professionals must be proactive in fighting the challenges associated with time constraints and overtraining with their youth athletes. By applying the strategies explained in this article, a strength and conditioning professional can help a youth athlete perform at a high level when it matters the most.
Coaches Program design sports performance weight training overtraining strength training youth athletes hs-coaching
Low Back Pain—Is Motor Control Exercise Superior to General Exercise? A Review of the Research
July 1, 2016
This article provides an overview of the scientific evidence comparing specific motor control exercise intervention to using a more general exercise approach, and concludes by discussing the practical implications for strength and conditioning professionals from an exercise programming perspective.
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design strength and conditioning personal training motor control exercise low back pain
Rebranding Resistance Training for Older Adults Using Ratings of Perceived Exertion
September 9, 2019
This article discusses the ratings of perceived exertion (RPE) scales and how to educate older clients to utilize them, as well as how to monitor and safely progress their training intensity.
Personal trainers Program design RPE Aging Population Exertion Exercise Intensity Borg
Transferring Physical Conditioning Principles to Practice to Enhance Performance in Tactical Personnel
July 22, 2019
This article provides methods used by tactical facilitators, related research articles, and professional interviews to demonstrate how physical conditioning facilitates the transition from practice to duty for service members, including law enforcement and fire and rescue personnel.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Tactical Physical Conditioning Law Enforcement Military
Tactical Fitness Research 2018
February 18, 2019
This article is a review of the research relating to the tactical population from presentations and research from the 65th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Tactical Research Tactical TSAC-F
Movement Analysis and Biomechanics for Endurance Sports
May 1, 2017
Endurance sports are typically not thought of as highly technical endeavors, but proper movement during training and competition for endurance sports can affect both performance and health.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Movement analysis gait analysis sports performance analysis muscular endurance exercises marathon running
Strength and Conditioning for Golf – A Framework for the Higher Handicap Player
October 13, 2023
This article discusses components of a comprehensive pre-design process that aims to help coaches build an effective golf training program.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Golf Swing Leg Power Endurance Explosive Power
Critical Evaluation of the Wim Hof Method
March 19, 2021
Through this article, personal trainers should understand the extremes of the Wim Hof method, and instead encourage clients to follow scientifically-backed deep breathing and cold therapy practices to supplement a well-rounded exercise program.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Breathing Meditation Cold Exposure Personal Trainer
How to Modify the Back Squat for Lower Back Pain
December 2, 2022
This article seeks to provide personal trainers with eight brief modifications that clients can benefit from if they suffer from both acute and chronic lower back pain (LBP).
Personal trainers Exercise Technique Program design Low Back Pain Conventional Back Squat Machine Bracing Core Stability
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