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Determinants of Running Speed
May 1, 2017
Two factors that determine running speed are stride cadence and stride length. Because athletes propel themselves forward only when their foot is in contact with the ground, the stance phase of the running stride should be the focus of speed enhancement programs.
Coaches Exercise Science Mechanics of running how to run faster speed training running mechanics
Resistance Training for the Older Client – Should They Press, Squat, and Deadlift?
April 30, 2021
This article discusses the importance of resistance training for older adults and considerations that personal trainers need to be aware of when working with this population.
Personal trainers Exercise Science Program design Client Consultation|Assessment Older Adult Resistance Training Activities of Daily Living Personal Trainer
Six Essentials to Safe Participation
May 1, 2017
Hydration, footwear, and exercise frequency are only a few of the essentials to safe participation in cardiovascular activity. Make sure to include all six essentials in your program to ensure safe participation.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Safety Hydration Warm-Up Cool-Down Breathing Exercise Frequency Clothing Footwear
Balancing Resistance Training with Sport Practice Demands – Appreciating the RDL for In-Season Strength Training
May 21, 2021
This article examines why the Romanian deadlift (RDL) provides a suitable in-season strength training application, explores the interlinked relationship between the demands of practice and resistance training, and identifies how the RDL functions with other lower-extremity exercises.
Coaches Program design RDL In-Season Resistance Training Variation Range of Motion
Run and Cut
October 1, 2021
This excerpt from Developing Speed describes an agility drill that aims to develop change of direction.
Coaches Exercise Technique Program design Agility Speed Change-of-Direction Acceleration
Sample Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Complex Strengthening Program
June 1, 2017
This article provides a sample six-week lumbo-pelvic hip complex strengthening program with the intended goal of improving vertical jumping ability and landing mechanics without the addition of plyometric or jumping/landing drills.
Personal trainers Exercise Science lumbo-pelvic hip complex lumbo-pelvic strengthening injury risk vertical jump
Altering Traditional Exercises to Fit Any Need
June 1, 2016
Given the right implement and creativity, there is no limit to being able to adjust and modify exercises to achieve program goals. This article shares a few of the many exercises that can be done to work with specific limitations.
TSAC Facilitators Program design TSAC Report rehabilitation exercise variations
Proximal Position Dictates Hip Performance and Health
June 1, 2017
This article provides strength and conditioning coaches with strategies to address hip mobility limitations that may lead to lumbar spine and femoral acetabular issues.
Coaches Exercise Science NSCA Coach sports injuries injury prevention hip exercises
How to Leverage Wearable Fitness Technology to Increase Client Success
January 26, 2024
This article briefly discusses tips for personal trainers using wearable fitness devices, including how to help guide clients towards proper utilization, understanding, and application of the information provided.
Personal trainers Professional Development
The Impact of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome on a Female Athlete’s Performance and Overall Health
March 11, 2022
This article serves to educate strength and conditioning coaches on the influence exercise can have on the various hormonal pathways that are impacted by polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), including insulin resistance, cortisol, testosterone, follicle-stimulating, and luteinizing hormones.
Coaches Exercise Science Basic Pathophysiology and Science of Health Status or Condition and Disorder or Disease Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Hormones Insulin Resistance Cortisol Testosterone
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