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Circuit Strength Training with Ability-Based Modifications for Law Enforcement Recruits
March 4, 2019
Circuit training is quick and effective way to induce training adaptations that are similar to the demands that tactical officers face in their career. This is a basic layout of a circuit training program that can be implemented to recruits during training to prepare them for the physical demands they will face.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Technique Program design Tactical Circuit Training Training Recruits
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
Simplifying the Rules to Programming for Special Populations
April 30, 2018
By reviewing this simplified process of obtaining a client’s health history and physician release, designing an exercise routine with modified exercises, and providing exercises for paid clients versus general members, NSCA-CPTs can be confident prescribing a routine for those who suffer from chronic or temporary health issues.
Personal trainers Client Consultation|Assessment special populations health issues personal training nsca-cpt
Integrating Blood Flow Restriction Training in the Personal Training Setting
April 15, 2025
This article will demonstrate why personal trainers should consider the use of blood flow restriction (BFR) and BFR technology for appropriate medically-screened clients that provides an objective way to apply pressure, whether that is through manual or automated cuffs.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development BFR capillarization hypertrophy muscle fatigue aerobic exercise resistance training blood flow restriction Multi-joint exercise
TSAC Report 49 Research Review
October 1, 2018
This article is the 12th in a continuing series of tactical strength and conditioning (TSAC) research reviews. It is designed to bring awareness to new research findings of relevance to tactical strength and conditioning communities.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science TSAC Firefighters Police Academy Tactical Athlete
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.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design Testing and Evaluation Foot Foot Conditioning Foot Arch Toes Gait
The Benefits of Exercise for Adolescents with ADHD and Practical Recommendation for the High School Strength and Conditioning Coach
September 29, 2023
This article highlights the benefits of exercise for adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It also provides practical recommendations for high school strength and conditioning coaches working with ADHD student-athletes.
Coaches Program design
Prescription Exercise Programming in Preparation for the Army Combat Fitness Test
February 24, 2023
This article discusses the importance and impact a qualified fitness professional on the fitness and readiness of soldiers for the United States Army.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Army Army Combat Fitness Test Soldiers Fitness
Assessments and Measures—Interviews from Experts in Personal Training
April 2, 2015
While a basic fitness assessment will always be a part of a comprehensive client assessment, there is an array of more sophisticated tests and measures that are available to the personal trainer today.
Personal trainers Program design Testing and Evaluation fitness testing how to measure fitness Fitness assessment
Hospitality in Fitness – Part I – Improving Client Satisfaction in Group Fitness Training
August 19, 2025
This Personal Training Quarterly article shares hospitalitydriven approaches to help personal trainers build connections with clients. Visit NSCA online to read more on fitness, hospitality and health news.
Personal trainers Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Professional Development Encouragement Empathy Positive Mindset Contextual Associations Client Success Motivation Group Fitness Training Hospitality
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