New research, updates, and the evolution of the NSCA's foundational text, with Dr. Greg Haff and Dr. Travis Triplett

About this episode

Dr. Greg Haff and Dr. Travis Triplett discuss updates to the NSCA's foundational text on strength and conditioning.

The science behind strength and conditioning is always evolving, so in order to keep professionals informed on the latest research, that means the foundational resource for the industry needs to be updated. In this episode, Dr. Greg Haff and Dr. Travis Triplett, editors of Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fifth Edition, discuss key additions and updates to the newest edition. With the perspective as professors, coaches, researchers, and frequent contributors, including their roles as the editors of the fourth edition, Dr. Haff and Dr. Triplett detail updates including overtraining, mental health, female athlete considerations, and the evolution of the text from the very first edition. Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fifth Edition https://ecs.page.link/ut3nB About the NSCA The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) 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…

People in this episode

Guests: Dr. Greg Haff, Dr. Travis Triplett

Topics covered

• strength training
• conditioning
• research updates
• mental health
• female athlete considerations

Keywords

• strength training
• conditioning
• NSCA
• research
• overtraining
• mental health
• female athletes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Strength and Conditioning Association

Products: Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fifth Edition

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