Kansas State Clinic

Learn, participate and network with colleagues while earning CEUs. Hosted by the state/provincial directors and regional coordinators, this local event brings cutting-edge research and application to your backyard.

December 07, 2024 | Topeka, KS | 0.8 CEUs Category A

Overview

Location:
Washburn University
1726 SW Durow Rd
Topeka, KS 66621

Hosted by:
Gerald Larson, PhD, CSCS,*D
913-593-8099
gerald.larson@avila.edu

Schedule

Saturday, December 7

Event Itinerary - Saturday, December 7
7:45 AM - 8:00 AM Check-in & On-site Registration / Welcome
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Navigating the Chaos: Harnessing the Power of Sport and Performance Psychology by DeJon Purnell, PhD Explore how principles of performance psychology, particularly energy management, can provide a roadmap for thriving in today’s fast-paced environment Examine the importance of preserving and expanding internal resources, as well as aligning professional goals with personal values Equip professionals with the tools they need to sustain high performance, resilience, and wellbeing amidst modern challenges
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Fuel Your Fitness: The Essentials of Nutrition and Supplementation for Athletes by Taylor Dinyer-McNeely, PhD, CSCS Understand the role of nutrition and exercise performance: learn how different micronutrients fuel the body during various types of exercise and the importance of timing meals for optimal, energy, and recovery Identify supplements for enhanced fitness knowledge about the most effective supplements for improving strength, endurance, and recovery, including women and how to incorporate them into a fitness routine
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) is for Everyone by Rick Howard, DSc, CSCS,D, RSCCE, FNSCA Define LTAD, Physical Literacy, and Athleticism Describe how LTAD can be applied to athletic, personal training, and tactical populations
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Practical Applications of Strength & Conditioning Principles for Lacrosse by Justin Kilian, PhD, CSCS,*D Determine lacrosse-specific performance requirements via a needs analysis Apply S&C principles to create sport-specific performance drills
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch (provided) / Career Talks
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Interactive: Technology Advances in Strength and Conditioning by Victor Kizer, DSc, CSCS,D, NSCA-CPT,D, TSAC-F,*D Review technology advances in strength-conditioning education and practice Explain how technologies are being used to monitor fitness and sport performance
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM TSAC Science and Practice by Quincy Johnson, PhD, CSCS,D, NSCA-CPT,D Learn the key components of an effective strength and conditioning program for tactical populations Understand foundational concepts for strength and conditioning program design and implementation for tactical populations Apply this knowledge towards developing your tactical strength and conditioning program
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Hands-On: Pros and Cons of Exercise Variation and Progression by James Thayer, MS and Delton Larson, ROTC MS-4 Improve muscle adaptation, prevent plateaus, enhance mobility, and increase strength progressively Reduce the risk of injury and potential overtraining Make the connection between physical training to improve combat readiness and risk of overuse injury Demonstrate functional exercise variations and progressions suited for the demands of Army ROTC field training
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Student Research Poster Presentations
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Hands-On: Explosive Strength and Load Management by Whitney Rodden, MA, ATC, CSCS and Brian Ciolek, MS, CPSS, CSCS,D, TSAC-F,D, RSCC*D Use a balanced approach to sequencing explosive lifts and assistance exercises to improve strength, technique, and mobility Make informed adjustments to exercise intensity and load based on real-time feedback Select appropriate exercises for VBT protocols Adjust training loads based on real-time velocity data
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Interactive: Tech Applications for S&C Professionals by Gerald Larson, PhD, CSCS,*D Demonstrate practical applications of technology to enhance learner/client engagement and performance Use basic data analytics to track progress and personalize training plans to achieve optimal results

Registration

	Thru Nov 26	After Nov 26*
NSCA Member Rate	$85	$125
Student Rate	$30	$40
Non-Member Rate	$105	$145

*If sufficient quantities are unavailable, onsite and late registrants may not receive lunch, t-shirt, etc. (if applicable).

Register online above or use our PDF registration form and email to conferences@nsca.com.

FAQs

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Cancellation Policy

All refund requests must be submitted in WRITING and should include the reason for cancellation. NO refunds will be accepted via phone. A 50% refund will be granted on or before the early registration date. NO REFUNDS will be given after the early registration date.

You can submit your request to: conferences@nsca.com
Frequently Asked Questions

Will I receive the speaker PowerPoint presentations?
If they are available, you will receive them via email within 2 weeks after the event.

Will I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
Yes. A certificate will be emailed to you approximately 2 weeks after the event.

How do I report my CEUs?
The NSCA will automatically apply the CEUs to your NSCA Account. If you need to report CEUs elsewhere, you may use the Certificate of Attendance.

Can anyone register for this event?
Yes. Anyone who is interested in an NSCA Event can register.

Do I need a Membership to register?
No. You only need an NSCA Account to register. If you do not have one, you can create one for free.

Kansas State Clinic

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