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The Importance of Boundaries and Roles for Coaches
March 3, 2023
The purpose of this article is to provide some actionable topics for communication that can increase the frequency and effectiveness of communication for strength coaches with their sport coaches.
Coaches Professional Development Professional Development Communication Coaching Mentorship
NSCA Announces 2022 Career Awards
Colorado Springs, CO – The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is proud to announce the organization's 2022 Career Awards winners.
NSCA Announces 2018 Career Awards
Andrew C. Fry, Mel Siff, and Mike Arthur recognized for their career accomplishments.
Lesser-Known Careers in Health and Fitness
January 28, 2022
This article highlights some untapped opportunities within the healthcare industry, where personal trainers can still make a meaningful impact and promote health and fitness.
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Beyond Reps and Sets – Strength and Conditioning Coaches Guide to Implementing Self-Determination Theory into Practice
May 6, 2022
The purpose of this article is to provide strength and conditioning coaches with practical knowledge from the framework of self-determination theory to facilitate student-athlete motivation within the weight room across varying sports.
Coaches Exercise Science Professional Development Self-Determination Theory Motivation Autonomy Psychology
Positive and Negative Reinforcement in Coaching
May 1, 2017
Coaches can also benefit from understanding the concepts of positive and negative reinforcement and positive and negative punishment as they relate to motivation. Although coaches use a mixture of both reward and punishment, using rewards and a positive approach is arguably the best approach because it focuses on what athletes should do and what they did right.
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A Mindful Lift – Benefits of Mindful Meditation in Strength and Conditioning – Part 2
March 5, 2021
Part 2 of this article series explores the possible benefits of mindful meditation for coach development as well as how it can improve reflective practice and the coach-athlete relationship.
Coaches Professional Development Mindful Meditation Stress Management Reflection Coach-Athlete Relationship
Navigating the Challenges of CASCE Accreditation
Answers to 7 common questions about CASCE accreditation and resources to clarify and streamline the process.
Becoming a Special Populations Personal Trainer
June 1, 2017
In this career series article, developing personal training skills to train special populations is discussed; it includes starting out as a novice through the expert level.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Professional Development Career Conference Special Populations CSPS Personal Training healthcare
