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)

Product Code: 2918084

1.4 NSCA CEUs- self reported in Category C.  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 article addresses emerging research that both supports and refutes betaine’s capacity to promote muscular adaptations.

The CSCS Scientific Foundations Online Practice Question Bundle helps candidates become familiar with the type, scope, and difficulty of the questions on the Scientific Foundations section of CSCS Certification exam. The questions assist in developing a better understanding of the content and help to assess relative strengths and weaknesses.  These are the same questions included in the CSCS Practice Questions Bundle.  ($82.00 value)

The Nutritional Research Award is given annually to recognize a nutritionist for their breakthroughs and contributions in field of nutritional research for athletes.

The CSCS Complete Online Practice Question Bundle helps candidates become familiar with the type, scope, and difficulty of the questions on both sections of the CSCS Certification exam. The questions assist in developing a better understanding of the content and help to assess relative strengths and weaknesses.  They are the same questions included in the scientific and practical/applied options.  ($211.00 value)

NSCA’s Essentials of Tactical Strength and Conditioning is the ideal preparatory guide for those seeking TSAC-F certification. The book is also a great reference for fitness trainers who work with tactical populations such as military, law enforcement, and fire and rescue personnel.

The purpose of this article is to discuss creatine supplementation for athletes by addressing supplementation for athletic performance, recovery, cognition, brain function, safety, contraindications, and other special considerations.

Supplements that claim to boost nitric oxide have not been proven to be all that effective since the actual conversion in the blood cell is rather complicated and requires oxygen, which is usually in short supply during exercise or at high altitude. So how does an athlete boost their nitric oxide production?