The UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA): A Comprehensive Overview
The UKSCA Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach (ASCC) credential is a hallmark of professional excellence in strength and conditioning.
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German Volume Training
GVT is centred on muscle hypertrophy through high volumes and aims to apply greater metabolic stress on a muscle.
Strength Training
Strength training increases muscle mass, bone density, and joint stability, whilst reducing the disease development. Read on to explore how.
Best Books for Strength & Conditioning Coaches: Part 1
8 must-read books for any strength & conditioning coach. In this article, we review 8 essential books you need to read.
Best Strength and Conditioning Accreditations
Strength and conditioning job descriptions mention the requirement for accreditation. But what are S&C accreditations?
What do strength and conditioning coaches do?
This article explains what a strength and conditioning coach is and how you can land a job in the S&C industry.
Which to choose to maximise performance in team sports: complex or contrast training?
A meta-analysis of the effects of CPX and CNT training on lower-body strength, vertical jump, sprinting, and change of direction ability.
6 Lessons Learned in S&C from Working Abroad
We sit down and talk with two coaches whose careers have taken them to 6 different countries across 5 different continents.
A Day in the Life of an S&C Coach
Ever wondered what a S&C Coach’s typical day looks like? Well, in this article, we show you just that.
Improving neck strength during adolescence: Risk, recommendations and benefits
This review looks at the effectiveness of a 6-week neck strength programme for the prevention of neck, head and concussion injuries.
Chronological, Biological and Technical Age
Understanding the difference and importance of chronological, biological, and technical training age is vital for coaches.
Post-Activation Potentiation
Post-activation potentiation (PAP) is a short-term improvement in performance (e.g. jumping) due to conditioning exercises (e.g. squats).
Dynamic Correspondence
Dynamic correspondence is the ‘training effect’ that training programs have on athletes’ sports performance, but measuring it is difficult.
Force-Velocity Curve
The force-velocity curve represents the relationship between force and velocity, which is vital for strength and conditioning professionals.
Salivary Immunoglobulin A (S-IgA)
Understanding and monitoring Salivary Immunoglobulin A (S-IgA) can help coaches and athletes minimise illness.
