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A Framework for Workplace Health Programs in Public Safety
June 24, 2025by Brian K. Leary, PhD, and Miriam Leary, PhD
This article from TSAC 76 provides health program frameworks to enhance the well-being of public safety personnel. Visit us online to learn more about tactical fitness and performance.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition, Disorder, or Disease Professional Development
Reducing the Load on First Responders
April 23, 2018by Bryan Fass, ATC, CSCS
In order to move patients, gear, and equipment properly, the first responder must be able to move well themselves. Both unloaded and loaded movement should be examined and trained. One way to achieve this is to train frequently and properly with a constant focus on both mobility and strength in the various positions that are commonly required of first responders.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Organization and Administration
Practical Assessments of Power for Law Enforcement Populations
September 17, 2018by Robert G. Lockie PhD, Matthew Robert Moreno, Karly Cesario
This article consists of five assessments that could be utilized by the tactical facilitator to measure upper- , lower- , and total-body power in law enforcement officers (LEOs). Although the focus of this article is LEOs, the assessments could also be used for other tactical populations.
TSAC Facilitators Testing and Evaluation
NSCA-CPT Exam Prep Live Clinics
The NSCA offers Exam Prep Live clinics for individuals preparing for the NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) exam. The NSCA-CPT Exam Prep clinic is a 2-day event and provides a blend of classroom lecture and hands-on training.
Combining Physical and Mental Training
June 19, 2018by Andy Gillham, PhD, CC-AASP, CSCS
Much in the same way that a single movement or a single workout does not make or break a training cycle, the same holds true for mental skills. The challenge is that the strength and conditioning coach will likely need to reach out to another professional trained in sport psychology to help establish the plan and construct the appropriate interventions.
Coaches Exercise Science
Exam Prep live Clinics
Are you looking for assistance in studying and preparing for the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) exams? Check out NSCA Exam Prep Live Clinics! These in-person educational clinics are offered in three formats: 1.5-Day, 2-Day and 3-Day options with a blend of classroom lecture and hands-on training.
Using LTAD to Program for a Middle School Athlete and a High School Athlete: Part 1—Generating an Athletic Profile
October 29, 2018by Rick Howard, MEd, CSCS,*D
This article applies LTAD principles to guide the process of generating an athletic profile (part 1) and sample program design (part 2) for a middle school athlete and a high school athlete.
Coaches Program design
TSAC—Reducing the Risk of Injury
March 18, 2019by Rod Pope PhD
This article is the first of a continuing series on practical, evidence-based approaches to reducing the risk of injury while developing tactical strength and conditioning. The focus of this article is on how to reduce non-contact ACL rupture injuries from turf and artificial fields.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition, Disorder, or Disease
Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) for the Personal Trainer – Part 1: Awareness
July 19, 2024by Rick Howard, DSC, CSCS,*D, RSCC*E, FNSCA
This three-part series will show how personal trainers can create a physically literate cradle-to-grave culture for all, with LTAD as the framework. This article addresses awareness of LTAD and why is it important for personal trainers.
Personal trainers Professional Development
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