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Understand the Energy Demands of the Tactical Athlete
June 1, 2016
The daily energy requirements of tactical personnel are highly variable, depending on gender, body composition, activities performed, age, and environmental conditions.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science energy demands tactical strength and conditioning tsac-f
High-Protein Diets
May 1, 2017
Diets moderately higher in protein and slightly lower in carbohydrate may be beneficial when it comes to weight loss and improving body composition, as well as for sport performance.
Coaches Nutrition Low carb high protein diet low carb diet high protein diet protein sources weight gain how to gain muscle how to lose fat how to build muscle how to gain mass protein shakes protein bars protein supplements supplemental protein
Case Study: Should your high school have a CSCS on staff?
High school administrator discusses the considerations for athletes, non-athletes, faculty and the school budget.
Omega-3 Intake—Its Impact on Health and Muscle
April 1, 2015
Omega-3 fatty acids not only have positive impacts on the eyes, heart, brain, and joints, but also on muscle tissue. Omega-3 is a very important nutrient that can help an individual achieve optimal health and performance.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Nutrition strength training Omega-3 FFAs sports nutrition
Accounting for Mental and Physical Stress in the Law Enforcement Physical Training Schedule
April 1, 2015
Job descriptions, schedules, personal responsibilities, and physical training experience are all factors that should be taken into account when designing a unique and specialized training program for tactical athletes.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease handling stress physical stress Training program design
Common Medications that Lifters Over 40 Take, and How they Affect Exercise and Nutrition
October 30, 2020
This article aims to offer guidance on the effects of certain medications, as well as help personal trainers and their clients in the consultation process with qualified physicians and pharmacists.
Personal trainers Nutrition Supplements Resistance Training Statins Beta Blockers ACE Inhibitors Blood Sugar Medications NSAIDS Acid Blockers
Physical Fitness Initiatives in the Fire Service – Barriers and Benefits
January 3, 2020
The purpose of this article is to identify and discuss some barriers and benefits of training initiatives among professional firefighters.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Organization and Administration Firefighters Barriers TSAC-F Physical Health Economic Impact Job Performance
Sleep Health in High Performance Populations—Considerations to Optimize Athletic Potential
May 6, 2022
This article aims to provide a good understanding of sleep health and the way it affects high performance populations.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Sleep High Performance Sleep Hygiene Sleep Measurement
Practical Program Considerations when Designing a Training Program for Firefighters
November 26, 2021
The purpose of this article is to identify considerations that are to be taken into account when designing and implementing an annual training program for firefighters, as well as to discuss strategies for implementation.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Firefighters Shift Work Cholesterol Cardiovascular Disease BMI
Low-Carbohydrate Ketogenic Diet for Weight Management
October 22, 2018
The ketogenic diet, while controversial and a highly polarizing subject, has demonstrated promise as an alternative dietary strategy for weight management.
Personal trainers Nutrition Ketogenic diet Low Carbohydrate Weight Management Weight Loss
