All of the "Guide To" books are great resources for strength and conditioning professionals, athletic trainers, and personal trainers. Also texts and references for students taking courses in strength and conditioning or allied fields.  ($177.00 value)

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This package contains the digital exam prep material for the CSCS exam.  The CSCS Exam Content Description PDF can be downloaded twice and the online practice questions can be accessed through your NSCA profile for one year from date of purchase. ($238.00 value)

This package contains all of the main exam prep material for the CSCS exam plus the online study course and additional resource for exercise technique. The online study course is recommended if you are looking for a supplement to the Essentials of Strength Training, 4ed, textbook. It provides a reading plan as well as a mock exam that is 1/3 the length of the actual exam. You will not be able to access the online study course until you receive the textbook in the mail and redeem the key code. If you require immediate access you will need to purchase at us.humankinetics.com.

This package is ideal for a candidate who is new to the field, does NOT have a background in the field, or just wants all of the study materials NSCA provides. ($591.00 value)

This package contains all of the main exam prep material for the CSCS exam.  It is ideal for a candidate with a degree and/or background in the field or just wants to start with minimal resources. The textbook will be shipped to you and the remaining digital/online items can be accessed at NSCA.com for one year from date of purchase.  ($347.00 value)

The Essentials of Strength Training & Conditioning, 4ed, is the main resource for the CSCS exam. It is available with or without the online study course. The online study course is recommended if you are looking for a supplement to the textbook. It provides a reading plan as well as a mock exam that is 1/3 the length of the actual exam.

The Essentials of Personal Training, 2ed, is the main resource for the NSCA-CPT exam. It is available with or without the online study course. The online study course is recommended if you are looking for a supplement to the textbook. It provides a reading plan as well as a mock exam that is 1/3 the length of the actual exam.

This video bundle includes six nutrition lectures from the NSCA’s 2016 National Conference. Topics include supplementation for strength, aerobic training, and body composition; alcohol and exercise; recovery nutrition for the high school athlete; and nighttime feeding.

NSCA’s Guide to Sport and Exercise Nutrition provides valuable information and guidelines that address the nutrition needs for the broad range of clientele serviced by strength and conditioning professionals, personal trainers, and sport dietitians. Whether you work with fitness enthusiasts or competitive athletes, this resource will lead you through the key concepts of sport and exercise nutrition so that you can assess an individual’s nutrition status and—if it falls within your scope of practice—develop customized nutrition plans.

1.4 NSCA CEUs- self reported.  They will not be recorded automatically for recertification, but will count towards Recertification with Distinction (*D).  The companion study guide includes a course syllabus, course instructions, learning objectives, and a referenced answer key to help individuals focus on course content. It emphasizes key concepts of the corresponding text to prepare individuals for the exam composed of multiple-choice questions at the completion of the course. Upon passing the 100-question exam, individuals may print out and submit a certificate for continuing education credit.

This excerpt from NSCA’s Guide to Sport and Exercise Nutrition discusses carbohydrate loading strategies for athletes to achieve optimal athletic performance.