Strength & Conditioning
Massachusetts high school adds unified strength and conditioning team
A Massachusetts high school has expanded its unified sports offering with the addition of a strength and conditioning team. Wareham High School unveiled the unified strength and conditioning team coached by the school's occupational therapist,... more »
Study suggests cardiorespiratory fitness lowers dementia risk
A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that high cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is linked to better cognitive performance and a lower long-term risk of dementia, even among individuals with a genetic... more »
Using protein to help build muscle
Nutrition plays a critical role when it comes to building muscle. At the core of muscle growth is protein, the essential macronutrient that repairs and rebuilds muscle fibers after intense workouts. Without enough protein, the... more »
Establishing correct exercise technique
When an individual begins their fitness journey and begins to implement weightlifting in their quest for bigger muscles, athleticism, or general health, one recurring topic vocalized is to use correct technique by utilizing a full... more »
CSCCa announces 2025 National Conference in Indianapolis
The Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) is excited to host its 2025 National Conference in Indianapolis, IN, from May 5-7 at the Indiana Convention Center. This premier event brings together strength and conditioning... more »
Strength & conditioning considerations for the multisport athlete
Designing training programs for athletes who compete in multiple sports throughout the year is a little more complicated than the individual athlete who may only play a single sport. The ability to train the multisport... more »
In-season strength training for basketball athletes
As a collegiate strength and conditioning professional for close to 30 years at the Division-I level of intercollegiate athletics, the in-season part of your training year is the most important time of your year. As... more »
Study: Brain cells may mimic muscle signaling to enhance memory and learning
Our biceps and our brain cells may have more in common than previously thought. New research led by the Lippincott-Schwartz Lab shows that a network of subcellular structures similar to those responsible for propagating molecular signals that... more »
