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Factors Determining Agility: Speed
June 1, 2017
Acceleration is the rate of change in velocity, so this phase of sprinting is critical for changing directions as rapidly and efficiently as possible. Optimal technique for linear sprinting in the acceleration phase involves four factors that maximize stride length and frequency.
Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique speed agility strength and conditioning
Windows of Optimal Trainability
April 1, 2016
The “five Ss” of trainability and performance are critical periods of development that all youth strength and conditioning coaches should consider when creating a training program. Coaches should take advantage of each window to maximize a youth athlete’s potential and help ensure a long athletic career.
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Strongman Training for Youth
April 1, 2014
Strength and conditioning coaches can safely and effectively integrate strongman training into youth strength and conditioning programs by following established programming guidelines and available research recommendations.
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Physiological Variability and Training Considerations Across the Menstrual Cycle – Guidelines for Fitness Professionals
November 20, 2025
This article from Personal Training Quarterly looks at training plans based on menstrual health to help personal trainers better support female clients. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance, health, and fitness.
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Resistance Exercise Considerations for Load Carriage
May 8, 2020
This article addresses three main areas of resistance exercise that best prepares tactical personnel for load carriage.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Load Carriage Tactical Professional Fatigue Resistance Dynamic Trunk Stability Injury Prevention
Redefining the Strategy for Chronic Low Back Pain
November 8, 2019
This article explores the possible causes of low back pain, as well as three potential strategies that a personal trainer may use to work with someone dealing with low back pain.
Personal trainers Program design Low Back Pain Dysfunctional Patterns Core Strength
Rehabilitation to Performance of the Shoulder for the Tactical Athlete
February 25, 2026
This TSAC Report article examines the primary risk factors contributing to shoulder pain in tactical athletes and provides evidence-based rehabilitation strategies. Visit NSCA online to learn more about exercise research for tactical athletes.
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How to Establish Trust with Your Clientele and Achieving Long-Term Success
March 4, 2020
The purpose of this article is to provide a practical, step-by-step process on how to establish trust with your clientele that is valuable in achieving long-term success in this industry.
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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.
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TSAC Report – Military Column – April 2024
This article discusses practical tests to measure physiological responses to practical military task training.
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