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How Much Protein – Updates from the Research
January 3, 2020
There can be no doubt that protein is important and this article reviews the current research to help further understand the recommendations for protein intake.
Coaches Nutrition Nutrition Protein Amino Acid Dietary Reference Intakes Recommended Dietary Allowance
Effect of Alternative Low-Impact Physical Activity and Exercise on Older Adults
January 29, 2021
The purpose of this article is to discuss the various types of low-impact activities and their associated cardiovascular and musculoskeletal benefits.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Low-Impact Exercise Older Adults Skeletal Muscle Mass Quality of Life
TSAC Research Column – July 2022
April 14, 2023
This article is part 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 strength and conditioning communities.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Testing and Evaluation Firefighter Military Tactical Police Body Composition Occupational Tasks Musculoskeletal Injury
What Types of Protein are Best for Resistance Training Athletes?
March 4, 2019
Protein is a staple in the diet of resistance training individuals looking to maximize strength and hypertrophy adaptations. This article reviews the quality of plant-based and animal-based proteins, and what proteins are right on an individual basis.
Personal trainers TSAC Facilitators Coaches Exercise Science Nutrition protein Resistance Training Diet Nutrition Quality Protein
Resistance Training for Older Adults
The benefits of resistance training are almost overwhelming, however, too few older adults participate in resistance training, largely because of fear, confusion, and lack of consensus to guide implementation. It is the hope that this position statement may have a positive impact addressing these issues and on empowering healthier aging.
Energy Tips for Youth Athletes
May 1, 2015
Dr. Lonnie Lowery spoke at the NSCA's 2012 National Conference and provided tips on how to maintain energy levels in youth athletes.
Coaches Muscle gain diet fat loss diet how to gain weight how to put on muscle how to put on mass gain muscle diet gain mass diet how to put on weight weight gainer diet GAPS diet gut health gut integrity
Hormonal Response to Muscle Contraction
September 17, 2021
This excerpt from Strength Training describes the hormone response to exercise and their functions within the human body.
Coaches Exercise Science Endocrine System Hormones Muscular Force Production Resistance Exercise IGF Testosterone
Low-Intensity Steady-State Cardio
October 20, 2023
This article will explain the interference effect and provide a rationale for why low-intensity steady-state (LISS) cardiovascular training may be a useful tool for those interested in improving their body composition.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Steady-State Cardio Interference Effect Fat Loss Aerobic
A Review of Hydration and Body Composition for Wildland Fire Suppression Aids
February 12, 2021
This article explains the importance of educating and supplying firefighters with the right tools for hydration and optimal body composition to safely and effectively execute their job tasks.
TSAC Facilitators Nutrition Hydration Wildland Firefighters Body Composition
TSAC Report Research Column – December 2020
September 10, 2021
This article is part 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 strength and conditioning communities.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Testing and Evaluation
