From 2025 Coaches Conference, Lance Walker explores how to design and deliver plyometric training that prioritizes both safety and performance. Learn how to build effective plyometric progressions that develop athlete confidence, structure sessions with seamless progression and regression options...

From the 2024 NSCA Tactical Annual Training, Dr. Stacy Sims brings coaches a deeper understanding into the sex differences and hormonal profiles of the female tactical athlete, and how to effectively program to maximize training adaptations.

From the 2024 NSCA Tactical Annual Training, Justin Robinson addresses the allostatic load of tactical operators and provides some practical nutrition and lifestyle interventions to mitigate these stressors.

From the 2024 Personal Trainers Conference, Robyn Whitehead and Travis Weisbrod explore the connection between exercise and mental health. In this session, they examine how physical activity can positively influence overall well-being and common mental health conditions, while explaining the phys...

From the 2024 Personal Trainers Conference, Kris Osterberg explains what electrolytes are and why they are essential for health and performance. Learn about the key electrolytes required by the body, discover common dietary sources for each, and gain a deeper understanding of how these minerals s...

In this session from the 2024 Personal Trainers Conference, Matt Crawley explores the science of sleep, including key concepts and terminology essential for understanding sleep health. He discusses evidence-based sleep strategies, shares practical examples, and provides valuable resources to help...

In this session from 2024 Personal Trainers Conference, Kelly Jones provides practical examples to support clients as they work to alter their protein goals. She discusses the importance of intake and timing as well as how to balance protein with other macronutrients.

From the 2023 NSCA Tactical Annual Training, tactical facilitators get an inside view into the newest phased approach to border patrol basic training and how it has evolved over time to solve attrition while maintaining a high standard of agent capabilities.

From the 2023 NSCA Tactical Annual Training, Jason Rayla and Rob Hartman discuss key terms, optimal methods, and possible prescriptions for energy systems training for the tactical athlete.

From the 2023 NSCA Tactical Annual Training, Jason Rayla and Rob Hartman discuss key terms, optimal methods, and possible prescriptions for energy systems training for the tactical athlete.

From the 2023 NSCA Tactical Annual Training, Kara Radzak provides insight into how coaches can help athletes return to their normal personal and professional activities postpartum.

From the 2023 NSCA Tactical Annual Training, Brian Leary identifies why cardiovascular fitness is so important to tactical athletes, the physiological aspects of endurance training, and how to periodize programs using cardiovascular training.

Internships play a vital role in developing student strength and conditioning coaches by connecting classroom learning with real‑world coaching practice. From the 2025 Coaches Conference, Darnell Clark outlines a research‑based framework for designing effective field experiences, sharing insights...

In this hands-on session from the 2025 Coaches Conference, Lily Bernardi demonstrates how to coach core training for performance rather than appearance. She explains strategies for integrating core exercises into a comprehensive strength and conditioning program, and guides you through categorizi...

In his session from 2025 Coaches Conference, Shawn Arent explores the evidence-based use of nutritional supplements to support both physical and mental performance. This session reviews supplements with scientific backing, explains practical considerations for dosing and timing to maximize effect...

Joe Denk, a strength and conditioning instructor for the Navy SHAPE Program, discusses ways to integrate autoregulatory training and recovery systems into your training programs. Access the free CEU quiz link here: https://www.nsca.com/certification/ceu-quizzes/immediate-and-actionable

This educational video provides expert insight into the entire NFL Scouting Combine process from invitation to training for the event and the Combine performance schedule. The information details the purpose of the Combine, how athletes train and peak for the Combine tests and specific coaching...

A majority of exercise training and rehabilitation programs primarily follow a dogmatic approach that have minimal basis in fundamental biomechanics, exercise physiology, or research-based protocols. The most common approaches to injury, injury prevention, and rehabilitation, as well as exercise ...

From the 2024 NSCA’s Coaches Conference, Kelly Jones helps coaches with practical nutrition strategies to maximize physical and mental performance, as well as optimal recovery methods. Access the NSCA CEU quiz here: https://www.nsca.com/certification/ceu-quizzes/nutrition-for-injury-prevention-an...

Bo Sandoval, Assistant Athletics Director of Strength and Conditioning at Texas A&M, discusses leadership, culture, and ways to develop strength coaches from the 2024 NSCA’s Coaches Conference.

Todd Miller, PhD, CSCS, TSAC-F, FNSCA and professor at George Washington University discusses body composition measures and techniques and understanding body composition ranges and their effect on health and performance in this session from the NSCA's 2023 Personal Trainer's Conference. Access th...

The NSCA is a broad and welcoming global community of strength and conditioning professionals. This video provides tips regarding how speakers at NSCA events can connect with a broad audience and ensure their presentation's messages are received positively.

In this session from the NSCA's 2023 Personal Trainers Virtual Conference, Jenny Rearick discusses what role your body language and voice play in how you and your message are received. She identifies three nonverbal communication skills to create connection, bolster your credibility, and decrease...

In this session from the NSCA's 2023 Personal Trainers Virtual Conference, Ashley Hodge, MBA, CSCS and owner of Ashley Hodge Fitness, discusses program design considerations for optimally building the glutes and discusses the biggest mistakes in glute training and how to avoid them. Access the CE...