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Adaptations of Cartilage to Anaerobic Training
December 20, 2019
This article summarizes the adaptations of cartilage via anaerobic training.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Cartilage Anaerobic Training Synovial Fluid Articular Cartilage
NSCA’s Coaching Podcast, Episode 36: Cory Kennedy
Cory Kennedy, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Institut National du Sport du Québec in Montreal, talks to the NSCA Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Scott Caulfield, about the importance of monitoring athletes and the equipment used to keep track of their well-being.
Coaches Professional Development
Sprint-Specific Training
April 1, 2019
This infographic shows the effects of sprint specific training, both forward and backward, and its relation to speed and power output.
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Measurement and Evaluation in a Microdosed Training Program
January 6, 2023
This article seeks to provide insight on a training method based around prescribing small amounts of training to achieve a large amount of physical improvements.
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Development of Muscle Mass: How Much is Optimum for Performance?
September 3, 2019
This infographic highlights differences between hypertrophic gains and neural adaptations for optimal athletic performance.
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Movement Skill Acquisition for American Football— Using “Repetition without Repetition” to Enhance Movement Skill
March 11, 2019
Football requires very fast, high-intensity, and high-impact movement patterns with each position requiring various movements and speeds. This article reviews how coaches are currently observing movement, and offers a framework on how to identify and improve movement in each player without over-coaching movement patterns.
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Functional Isometrics
March 16, 2020
This book excerpt reviews functional isometrics as a way to build strength at the weakest point in the range of motion.
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How to Develop Power—A Look into the Preparation of a 2015 NBA 2nd Round Draft Pick
January 1, 2014
This article describes a five-week training program that was used to prepare an athlete for the NBA Combine.
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Fueling to Win—Smart Shopping Strategies and Tips to Maximize Performance
June 1, 2017
Investing a small amount of time into nutrition education and proper fueling for athletes can have a very large payoff. Grocery shopping and food preparation are key components of an athlete’s training that should be prioritized in order to optimize body composition and maximize performance.
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