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Conditioning Preparation for Multi-Stage Events – The Example of the Marathon des Sables – Part 1
October 13, 2025Coaches Exercise Science Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Safety Emergency Procedures Legal Issues Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Professional Development Mental Health Musculoskeletal Heath Recovery Endurance Training Sport Performance Marathon des Sables (MdS) Training Volume
Sleep Health in High Performance Populations—Considerations to Optimize Athletic Potential
May 6, 2022
This article aims to provide a good understanding of sleep health and the way it affects high performance populations.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Sleep High Performance Sleep Hygiene Sleep Measurement
Abstracts
Abstract submissions are open yearly from November to March (exact dates change annually). See the Abstract Submission and Presentation Guidelines for more information (below). Research abstract presentations are an opportunity to present current research findings to researchers and strength and conditioning professionals at the NSCA National Conference.
Leave No Stone Unturned—Training for Success in the NFL Combine
March 4, 2019
The NFL Combine is a week-long evaluation process that allows NFL scouts, coaches, general managers, and owners to get an up-close and personal evaluation of the talent that comprises the given year’s draft class. This is a day-by-day program outline to maximize results and effort for the NFL combine.
Coaches Program design Testing and Evaluation NFL Combine Football Athlete Testing
Training Clients with Multiple Sclerosis – Evidence-Based Recommendations
June 10, 2022
This article aims to help personal trainers understand the unique symptoms accompanying multiple sclerosis, how exercise recommendations change based on disease progression, and which techniques to best program for your client.
Personal trainers Program design Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Multiple Sclerosis Autoimmune Neurodegenerative Disease Fatigue
Balancing the Autonomic Nervous System by Breathing
April 1, 2015
Decompressing after a workout, practice, or competition is a beneficial habit that can be achieved through breathing. This article provides an overview of the autonomic nervous system and guidelines for how to use breathing to calm, or balance, the brain and body.
Coaches Exercise Science Program design strength coach autonomic nervous system strength training recovery
The Evolution of Red and Infrared Light Therapy in Modern Times
June 7, 2024
The aim of this article is to share with strength and conditioning coaches how red light therapy has evolved from its early beginnings to contemporary times, as well as to address the many benefits for athletes.
Coaches Exercise Science Red Light Therapy Sleep Endurance Inflammation Mental Health
Understanding and Managing Stress in Collegiate Athletics
June 1, 2016
It is important for strength and conditioning coaches, sport coaches, athletic trainers, and administrators to recognize and address the evidence of stress within student-athletes in order to avoid chronic stress-related anxiety and injury.
Coaches Exercise Science NSCA Coach stress college athletes strength and conditioning
Nutrition Strategies for Peak Performance – Balancing Timing, Whole Foods, and Supplements
November 1, 2024
This article explores the critical role of nutrient timing in optimizing energy levels, supporting recovery, and enhancing overall physiological responses.
Coaches Nutrition Nutrition Supplements Hydration Recovery Nutrient Timing
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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