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What is strength and Conditioning? Typically consists of improving an
individuals: Strength Speed Stamina Flexibility
These, however, are just the basics!
What is Strength and Conditioning?
A Strength and Conditioning Specialist has many other responsibilities.
Some include: Technique Instruction Furthering Education Nutritional Advice
Strength and Conditioning
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A Strength Specialist incorporates the 4 components of fitness.
Lets take a closer look!
Strength and Conditioning
Strength Training- Use of resistance to induce muscular contraction.
This form of training is required to: Build strength Increase anaerobic activity Assist in Hypertrophy (Muscle Growth)
Strength Training
Sprint Interval Training- high intensity cardiovascular interval training
Normally consists of: Alternating periods of short intense anaerobic
exercise Usually done to improve: Glucose Metabolism Fat Burning
Sprint Interval Training
Stamina- The ability to sustain prolonged physical effort. Example: A 90 minute soccer game.
Key component when training for most sports.
Further reduces risk for cardiovascular disease.
Stamina
Flexibility- Moving a joint through its full (R.O.M).
Usually done to: Reduce the occurrence of injury. Improve blood flow to the muscles and joints. Release Stress
Flexibility
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Combine training components to create a well balanced training program.
However, there is much more to Strength and Conditioning.
Strength and Conditioning
As a Strength Coach you are required to: teach proper lifting techniques. Poor lifting techniques can lead to severe
injury. Always remember, accidents can happen at
any time.
Technique Instruction
Educate your athletes. Help them make healthy choices. Examples:
Proper Hydration Risks of Performance Enhancing Drugs
Furthering Education
Your athletes could have many questions pertaining to: Pre/Post Workout Meals Supplementation Macronutrient/Micronutrient Deficiencies
Nutritional Advice
Strength and Conditioning Coaches have many responsibilities.
Responsible for the success and well-being of their athletes.
How do you become a Strength and Conditioning Specialist?
Strength and Conditioning Specialist
To be a Strength and Conditioning Specialist you must: Have a minimum of a bachelors degree Hold a current First Aid and CPR Certification Pass a certification Exam
How to Become a Strength and Conditioning Specialist
There are many acceptable certifications. The top 3 include:
CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) By NSCA
PES (Performance Enhancement Specialist) By NASM
HFS (Health Fitness Specialist) by ACSM
How to Become a Strength and Conditioning Specialist
The most reputable Strength and Conditioning Certification.
Unfortunately it is quite expensive (about $500)
However, it permits you to train in any environment (gym, college, etc.).
CSCS by NSCA
The PES (Performance Enhancement Specialist) is the second best Certification.
However, it is the most expensive (approx. $700)
Also qualifies you to work in all environments.
PES By NASM
Third leading certification is the Health Fitness Specialist Certification.
Qualifies its holder to train in all settings. The cheapest certification (about $250)
HFS By ACSM
These certifications are widely accepted Allow the holder to train in a variety of
settings. Some include:
Professional Sports Teams Personal Training Studios Rehabilitation Centers Major Corporations
Strength and Conditioning
Finally, Strength and Conditioning is a rapidly growing profession.
It improves the overall fitness level of many athletes.
Largely contributes to their development and success.
Conclusion
Cardinale, Marco, Rob Newton, and Kazunori Nosaka. Strength and Conditioning: Biological Principles and Practical Applications. Chichester, West Sussex, UK: John Wiley & Sons, 2011. Print.
Parnwell, E. C. The New Oxford Picture Dictionary: English. N.p.: Oxford University Pr, 1989. Print.
http://nsca-lift.org/Home/
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