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Program Design Considerations for Optimal Strength and Hypertrophy of the Glute Muscles
April 5, 2024
This article provides eight important considerations when designing a program to optimally build the glutes.
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Military-Specific TSAC Research Column – October 2023
February 16, 2024
The purpose of this article is to discuss relationships between current fitness testing within the United States Army and its effect on overall tactical readiness.
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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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Essentials of Training Special Populations
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CSCS® Exam Description
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Exam Description. The Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS®) exam is comprised of two sections that test the candidate's knowledge in the Scientific Foundations and Practical/Applied areas.
The Bilateral Deficit—Plausible Explanations and Solvents
November 1, 2014
By adhering to the basic principles of training, including progressive overload, periodization, and a safe lifting environment, the bilateral deficit can be improved by the amalgamation of unilateral force production, maximal effort, and repeated effort training.
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Foot Conditioning for Athletic Performance
September 2, 2022
The aim of this article is to highlight the functional importance of the foot, and to provide recommendations for foot conditioning.
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From the Field – The Journey to Building a Sports Performance Facility: From Head Trainer to Business Owner
December 11, 2025
This PTQ article shares a real-world story to give inspiration and practical advice on creating your own sport performance business. Visit NSCA online to read more on athletic performance and professional development.
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Introduction to Dynamic Warm-Up
June 1, 2017
Interest is growing in warm-up procedures that involve dynamic activities and sport-specific movements that maximize active ranges of motion at different movement-specific speeds while preparing the body for the demands of sport training and competition.
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