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The Vitamin D and Testosterone Connection
May 1, 2015
Dr. Lonnie Lowery spoke at the NSCA's 2012 National Conference about the connection between Vitamin D and testosterone.
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Total Score of Athleticism – Holistic Athlete Profiling to Enhance Decision-Making
March 16, 2020
This infographic reviews a simple averaging system for athlete profiling, known as the total score of athleticism.
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The Effects of Alcohol on Athletic Performance
June 1, 2017
The effects of alcohol on athletic performance vary depending on quantity, demographics, and type of exercise, making it difficult to determine specific recommendations. From an athletic performance standpoint, the acute use of alcohol can influence motor skills, hydration status, aerobic performance, as well as aspects of the recovery process.
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Tactical Facilitators in Firefighting
January 1, 2015
Advice and guidance for firefighter-specific TSAC practitioners and trainers, including steps to building a health and wellness program for firefighters.
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Developing Powerful Athletes, Part 2: Practical Applications
June 26, 2020
This infographic discusses the practical application of training power across a variety of loads to encompass all motor skills in any one sport.
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Implications for Training in Youth: Is Specialization Benefiting Kids?
May 1, 2017
Early sports specialization has been a controversial topic in the field of sports medicine, training, and conditioning. Recent studies report increased sports-related injuries in single-sport specialized athletes compared with multisport specialized athletes.
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The Red Light – Green Light System – A Simple Tool to Assess and Individualize Group Training
February 9, 2020
This article introduces a potential solution for programming in the large group fitness setting with a wide variety of fitness levels.
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The Importance of the Initial Interview—Establishing Credibility Quickly with a New Potential Client
October 1, 2014
The initial interview is the starting point for the client-trainer relationship and sets the tone for the emotional connection and the development of trust and value for a long-lasting professional relationship.
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Hierarchical Structure of Periodization Cycles
August 24, 2018
The periodization of training is facilitated by a hierarchical structure that allows for several distinct interrelated levels that can be used in the planning process. Each level of the periodization process should be based on the training goals established for the athlete or team.
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Factors Determining Quickness: Anticipation
May 1, 2017
Scenarios that provide a stimulus relevant to the sporting environment may help athletes develop better anticipation skills through the refinement of search strategies, response speed and accuracy, pattern recognition, and decision-making abilities.
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