{"product_id":"nscas-essentials-of-tactical-strength-and-conditioning-2nd-edition","title":"NSCA's Essentials of Tactical Strength and Conditioning 2nd Edition","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-editor\" id=\"display-editor\"\u003eEditor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-ancillaries\" id=\"display-ancillaries\"\u003eAncillaries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-bonuscontent\" id=\"display-bonuscontent\"\u003eBonus Content\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll the information you need to prepare for NSCA TSAC-F certification.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNSCA’s Essentials of Tactical Strength and Conditioning, Second Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e is the \u003cb\u003emost comprehensive\u003c\/b\u003e strength and conditioning resource for practitioners who work with tactical athletes—law enforcement, fire and rescue personnel, conventional military forces, and special teams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned primarily as a preparatory resource for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) \u003cb\u003eTactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) certification\u003c\/b\u003e, the text is also useful as a manual for government agencies or a daily reference for strength and conditioning professionals. \u003cb\u003eExpert contributors\u003c\/b\u003e from all three areas of the tactical industry—military, law enforcement, and fire and rescue—weigh in with unique insights from their fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contributors not only provide foundational knowledge of exercise physiology and biomechanical movement patterns but also comprehensively review all the components necessary for TSAC Facilitators to \u003cb\u003edesign and deliver successful training programs\u003c\/b\u003e for tactical athletes. A \u003cb\u003estep-by-step approach\u003c\/b\u003e helps readers eliminate guesswork when creating specialized training programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second edition has been updated to reflect developments in tactical training research as well as the revised list of knowledge, skills, and abilities that individuals must know and demonstrate to pass the TSAC-F certification exam:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew content addressing the risks and outcomes of overtraining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew sections on the advantages of performing various physical activities and how lifestyle and occupational stress affect health, wellness, and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew metrics on tactical program effectiveness and the impact on population performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew occupation-specific assessment protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe text includes several tests for \u003cb\u003eeach component of fitness\u003c\/b\u003e, specific to each of the primary tactical fields. Written in the style of the TSAC-F exam, \u003cb\u003estudy questions\u003c\/b\u003e at the end of each chapter test comprehension of important content. Photos throughout are accompanied by descriptions and instructions, clearly describing \u003cb\u003eproper technique\u003c\/b\u003e for exercises and drills for mobility, flexibility, strength, power, speed, agility, and aerobic endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal of \u003ci\u003eNSCA’s Essentials of Tactical Strength and Conditioning\u003c\/i\u003e is to help prepare those seeking TSAC-F certification and to serve as a resource for professionals so that they can implement an optimal strength and conditioning program that will decrease injury risk and optimize performance for tactical athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparatory guide for those seeking to obtain the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) certification. Also an applied reference book for health and wellness professionals who work with tactical populations such as military, law enforcement, and fire and rescue personnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Tactical Strength and Conditioning Overview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Cardiopulmonary and Endocrine Systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Skeletal, Muscular, and Neural Systems and Adaptations and Biomechanics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Bioenergetics and Overtraining and Recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Nutritional Guidelines and Fueling Strategies for Tactical Populations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Dietary Supplements and Ergogenic Aids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Assessment and Evaluation of Tactical Populations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Resistance Training Program Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Periodization for Tactical Populations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Flexibility and Mobility Exercise Techniques and Programming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Resistance Training Exercise Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Plyometric, Speed, and Agility Exercise Techniques and Programming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13.\u003c\/b\u003e Aerobic Endurance Exercise Techniques and Programming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14.\u003c\/b\u003e Rehabilitation and Reconditioning of Injured Tactical Populations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15.\u003c\/b\u003e Physiological Issues Related to Fire and Rescue Personnel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16.\u003c\/b\u003e Physiological Issues Related to Law Enforcement Personnel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17.\u003c\/b\u003e Physiological Issues Related to Military Personnel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18.\u003c\/b\u003e Wellness Interventions in Tactical Populations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19.\u003c\/b\u003e Organization and Administration of Tactical Programs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-editor\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eNational Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)\u003c\/b\u003e is the world’s leading organization in the field of sport conditioning. Drawing on the resources and expertise of the most recognized professionals in strength training and conditioning, sport science, performance research, education, and sports medicine, the NSCA is the world’s trusted source of knowledge and training guidelines for coaches and athletes. The NSCA provides the crucial link between the lab and the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrent A. Alvar, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, FNSCA,\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor and graduate program director in the department of kinesiology and the associate dean of research, grants, and partnerships in the college of health sciences at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego, California. Dr. Alvar is also a past president of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and a member of the NSCA since 1996. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with distinction (CSCS,*D), a tactical strength and conditioning facilitator with distinction (TSAC-F,*D), and is recognized as a fellow of the NSCA (FNSCA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Alvar’s research focus is on the dose response of resistance training, as well as the various components of exercise testing and prescription related to human performance and occupational preparedness. His teaching is centered on evidence-based practice, research methods, clinical exercise prescription, and sport and tactical strength and conditioning. Dr. Alvar spends the majority of his time guiding young scholars in their professional and research pursuits and feels this is the most important aspect of his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKatie Sell, PhD, CSCS,*D, TSAC-F,*D, FNSCA,\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor and coordinator of the undergraduate exercise physiology and human anatomy and physiology programs in the department of allied health and kinesiology at Hofstra University. The editor in chief of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) \u003ci\u003eTSAC Report\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr. Sell is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with distinction (CSCS,*D), a tactical strength and conditioning facilitator with distinction (TSAC-F,*D), and is recognized as a fellow of the NSCA (FNSCA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Sell has been a volunteer assistant coach for Hofstra University’s women’s tennis program, a member of the executive council of the NSCA’s tactical strength and conditioning special interest group, and a consultant to FireFit (an interagency wildland firefighter fitness task group). Her primary research interests are in fitness assessment and injury risk reduction among collegiate student athletes and in firefighter health, physical fitness, and exercise programming. Dr. Sell received her doctoral degree from the University of Utah, her master’s degree from Southern Illinois University, and her bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJ. Jay Dawes, PhD, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, TSAC-F, FNSCA,\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor of applied exercise science at Oklahoma State University and the codirector of the university’s Tactical Fitness and Nutrition Lab. Dr. Dawes has over 25 years of experience serving as an athletic performance coordinator, strength and conditioning coach, personal trainer, and educator. Throughout his career, he has worked with a wide range of populations, including collegiate and professional athletes as well as members of law enforcement, fire, and military organizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to his applied work, Dr. Dawes regularly provides sport science support and education to elite teams and tactical units to enhance operational readiness and reduce injury risk. His research primarily focuses on improving health, fitness, and performance outcomes among tactical athletes, first responders, and athletes in traditional sports. Dr. Dawes has authored and coauthored numerous peer-reviewed publications, textbooks, and educational resources in the areas of strength and conditioning, human performance, and tactical athlete readiness. 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