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Evolving the Culture of Military Strength and Conditioning
May 8, 2018by Nate Palin, CSCS
Learn about the unique culture that comprises tactical performance, to include the unit-specific subcultures within it, and how to adopt both intuitive and research-based methods to more strategically impact military personnel. In this session from the NSCA’s 2016 TSAC Annual Training, Nate Palin explains effective and ineffective approaches to influencing the physical training within a tactical setting.
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TSAC Report 80 - Military Column – January 2026
February 26, 2026by Whitney Tramel, MS, CSCS, TSAC-F, and Mark Stephenson, MS, ATC, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D
This column outlines a combat readiness framework that integrates physical conditioning to strengthen cognitive performance. Visit NSCA online to learn more about tactical training and mental health.
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TSAC Research Review, January 2015
April 25, 2018by Rod Pope, PhD
This article is the first of 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 communities.
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What Types of Fitness Training do Firefighters Actually Need? Models to Adapt Training Preference
April 24, 2018by John R. Bennett, MS, CSCS,*D
Military and law enforcement needs analyses are not specifically matched to firefighting, but those training styles are better than basic fitness regimens or no regimen at all. For firefighters who are attracted to other styles of training not specific to firefighting, there are ways to train for all the demands of firefighting without making the firefighter use training modalities that they dislike or are not comfortable using.
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Essentials of Tactical Strength Training and Conditioning, 2nd Edition
Get NSCA’s Essentials of Tactical Strength and Conditioning, Second Edition — a trusted resource for TSAC-F® exam prep and military and public safety training.
The Army Force Generation (ARFORGEN) Process and Periodization
April 25, 2018by Samuel D Morris, CSCS
This article shows how to introduce and apply the sport season model, periodization cycles, and variables of training into the ARFORGEN process. Overtraining, including the signs and symptoms, also is covered.
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Tactical Facilitators in Firefighting
April 24, 2018by John I. Hofman, MS, CSCS, TSAC-F
Advice and guidance for firefighter-specific TSAC practitioners and trainers, including steps to building a health and wellness program for firefighters.
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Law Enforcement Tactical Strength and Conditioning Programs— Transform “Impossible” Obstacles into Ideal Opportunities
March 11, 2019by Mandy Nice, NSCA-CPT, TSAC-F
Mandy Nice explains the benefits and need of expanding health and fitness programs into military and law enforcement agencies, and offers strategies for the common obstacles preventing implementation of these programs.
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Factors Impacting First Responder and Military Recruits and How Certified Strength and Conditioning Professionals are Needed Now More Than Ever
June 25, 2018by Joseph Dulla, MA
The article discusses the talent crisis that is currently plaguing United States first responders, public safety agencies, and military organizations, and concludes with highlights of select successful programs.
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Population-Specific TSAC Research Column
January 30, 2024by Kathryn Bell, MS, CSCS, and Brian Schilling, PhD, CSCS
The purpose of the following article is to discuss current interventions surrounding prevention of musculoskeletal injury and improved physical fitness across military, fire, and police populations.
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