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Caffeine – Practical Applications for Coaches
October 1, 2019
This article discusses the background, statistics, mechanisms, timing, dosing, influences, and practical applications for the use of caffeine as an ergogenic aid.
Coaches Exercise Science Nutrition Caffeine Dietary Supplement Dosing Timing Ergogenic Aid Caffeine Habituation Modes of Delivery
Preparing for Your Next Job
January 28, 2013
Michael Favre speaks at the 2013 Coaches Conference on professional preparation, the application process, and the interview process for fitness professionals.Michael Favre presents, "Preparing for Your Next Job"
Coaches Organization and Administration Professional Development Professional Preperation Strength and Conditioning Coach Career in Strength and Conditioning Job Interviews CSCS
Practical Application for Long-Term Athletic Development
May 28, 2012
Learn about the framework for practical, functional, and sequential skill development for a “best practices” model. This model is designed to develop a movement vocabulary, physical literacy, and movement skills for improved athleticism.
Coaches Exercise Science athletic long-term youth skill development movement movement skills athleticism physical literacy skill building
Understand Workload Dependence of Injuries
March 1, 2021
This is an excerpt from NSCA's Essentials of Sport Science by NSCA -National Strength & Conditioning Association, Duncan N. French & Lorena Torres-Ronda.
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
Workload Dependence of Injuries
January 19, 2024
This excerpt from NSCA’s Essentials of Sport Science briefly explains workload and injury risk factors.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Professional Development Workload Injury Risk Fitness Fatigue
A Holistic Approach to Leadership—Part 1: Understanding Leadership
October 8, 2018
Given the numerous approaches and variables which contribute to leadership effectiveness, it is unlikely any single approach is sufficient. This article briefly discusses the leadership approaches most commonly associated with team sports with the intent of providing a foundational understanding of leadership to strength and conditioning coaches.
Coaches Professional Development Leadership
The Perception and Progression of the Female Athlete
June 1, 2017
Female athletes in the United States have made great progress in sports since Title IX was enacted in 1972. Despite the progress they have made, female athletes have yet to gain full recognition for their athleticism and their achievements. The purpose of this article is to break down the stigma female athletes have received over the years and shine light on the differences that make female athletes a reward to train.
Coaches Program design Organization and Administration NSCA Coach female athletes strength and conditioning Title IX hs-coaching
The Thermal Outdoor Environment in Track and Field – Best Practices Recommendations for Minimizing Risks
July 9, 2021
The purpose of this article is to help disseminate information on the thermal environment during track meets, risk management, and thermal reducing approaches coaches, athletes, and sports medicine personnel can employ for improved athletic performance in a hot environment.
Coaches Program design Safety Track and Field Hydration Heat Stroke Heat Exhaustion Wet Bulb Globe Temperature
Training the College-Level Volleyball Athlete
August 19, 2022
The purpose of this article is to introduce the reader to methods of training collegiate volleyball athletes.
Coaches Volleyball Power Strength Training Cycles Program Design
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