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Bridge: Optimizing Squat Technique
May 1, 2015
This video demonstrates coaching cues that can help an athlete to utilize optimal squat technique. It specifically addresses stance width, heel position, head position, and squat depth
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Safe Progression for Balance Exercises
May 1, 2017
A major concern with balance and joint-stabilization exercises is to avoid potentially dangerous movements that depend on the preparedness of the athlete or patient and on the state of the healing tissue. Learn about progressions that minimize risk to the athlete or patient.
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Enhancing Athletic Performance – A Guide to Plyometric Training for High School Athletes
April 22, 2025
This article provides high school strength and conditioning coaches with a comprehensive guide for implementing plyometric training for high school athletes effectively.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Testing and Evaluation Client Consultation|Assessment Triple extension Neuromuscular coordination Explosive power Speed-strength Stretch-shortening cycle (SSC) High school athletes Plyometric training
Windows of Opportunity
April 8, 2019
This book excerpt from Developing Agility and Quickness describes the windows of opportunity in youth athletes to time progressions in speed and agility training with their biological and chronological development.
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How to Develop a Training Philosophy Using Basic Training Principles
September 11, 2026
This article discusses how strength and conditioning coaches can create an effective training philosophy by combining core values, coaching beliefs, and evidence-based programming principles. Visit NSCA online to read more about professional development and coaching strategies.
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Teaching and Motivating Youth Athletes—A Personal Perspective
July 1, 2014
Strength and conditioning coaches should strive to teach athletes in a way they can understand: by hearing, seeing, and practicing. This article describes some techniques that a coach can use to accomplish this.
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Why Youth Strength and Conditioning Matters
June 1, 2017
Providing a safe and effective youth strength and conditioning program is only the foundation of their long-term athletic development.
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