Strength and Conditioning Journal Podcast

Sport Science Special Issue

In this episode Dr. Tim Suchomel discusses the Sport Science special topic issue, published in issue 46-1 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Toward Professionalization of the Strength and Conditioning Field

In this episode Baykal Altiner discusses his article “Toward Professionalization of the Strength and Conditioning Field”, published in issue 45-6 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Using Autoregulation to Safely Return to Weightlifting During Cancer Treatments

In this episode Dr. Francis Kozub discusses his article “Using Autoregulation to Safely Return to Weightlifting During Cancer Treatments”, published in issue 45-4 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Kozub discusses the concept of autoregulation and how it can be applied to patients being treated for cancer.

Physical Demands of Air Force Special Operations Command Flight Crews: A Needs Analysis and Proposed Testing Protocol

In this episode Jeffrey Paschall discusses his article “Physical Demands of Air Force Special Operations Command Flight Crews: A Needs Analysis and Proposed Testing Protocol”, published in issue 45-3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Muscle Hypertrophy Response to Range of Motion

In this episode Dr. Charlie Ottinger discusses his article “Muscle Hypertrophy Response to Range of Motion in Strength Training: A Novel Approach to Understanding the Findings”, published in issue 45-2 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Special Populations Special Topic Issue

In this episode Dr. Morey Kolber discusses the Special Populations Special Topic Issue, published in issue 44-6 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Kolber discusses the articles that appear in this special issue and why it is important for strength and conditioning professionals to be familiar with these populations and how training may be affected.

Physical Determinants of Golf Swing Performance: Considerations for Youth Golfers

In this episode James Shaw discusses his article “Physical Determinants of Golf Swing Performance: Considerations for Youth Golfers”, published in issue 44-4 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. James discusses the importance of strength training for improving performance in youth golfers and the importance of assessing golfers through biological age.

Implementing an injury prevention and performance enhancement program during a softball season for young female athletes

In this episode Dr. Toby Brooks discusses his article “Implementing an injury prevention and performance enhancement program during a softball season for young female athletes”, published in issue 44-3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Brooks discusses how they were able to implement this program during the softball season and the importance of developing overall athleticism in youth sports participants.

Strength and Conditioning for the Roller Derby Athlete

In this episode Alyssa Parten discusses her article “Strength Training for the Roller Derby Athlete”, published in issue 44-2 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. The demands of roller derby, the role of strength and conditioning in the sport, and the potential for injury reduction are discussed.

Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes: Theory to Practice

In this episode Dr. Kate Baldwin discusses her article “Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes: Theory to Practice”, published in issue 44-1 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Considerations for the Pregnant Endurance Athlete

In this episode Dr. Ryanne Carmichael discusses her article “Considerations for the Pregnant Endurance Athlete”, published in issue 43-6 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Carmichael explains the guidelines for pregnant endurance athletes and the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy.

Utility of Back-Off Sets: An Overview

Manny Romero discusses the article “Utility of Back-Off Sets: An Overview” which appears in issue 43-5 of Strength and Conditioning Journal, overviews the research available on back-off sets, and outlines how back-off sets can be used by strength and conditioning practitioners.

A New Model for Optimizing Firefighter Human Performance

Manny Romero discusses the article “A New Model for Optimizing Firefighter Human Performance” which appears in issue 43-4 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Author and Reviewer Guidelines

Dr. Robert Lockie discusses his article, “Importance of Ability-Based Training for Law Enforcement Recruits” which appears in issue 43-3.

Enriching Selves in Strength and Conditioning Society: A Multilevel Proposal to Enhance Strength and Conditioning Psychosocial Practice as Part of the Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education

Dr. Brian Gearity previews the article “Enriching Selves in Strength and Conditioning Society: A Multilevel Proposal to Enhance Strength and Conditioning Psychosocial Practice as Part of the Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education” which appears in the April 2021 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Interlimb Asymmetries: Are Thresholds a Usable Concept

Dr. Chris Bishop discusses his article, “Interlimb Asymmetries: Are Thresholds a Usable Concept” which appears in the February 2021 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal and how coaches should use interlimb asymmetries to monitor athletes.

Long-Term Athletic Development Special Topic Issue

Dr. Rhodri Lloyd previews the Long-Term Athletic Development Special Topic issue which appears in the December 2020 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Bodybuilding and Physique Special Topic Issue

Dr. Brad Schoenfeld and Dr. John McCarthy preview the Bodybuilding and Physique Special Topic issue which appears in the October 2020 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Female Athlete Special Topic Issue

Dr. Nicole Dabbs previews the Female Athlete Special Topic issue which appears in the August 2020 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Dabbs served as the co-guest editor for this issue.  

Health Ramifications of Smart Devices

Dr. David LaPlaca discusses the article “Health Ramifications of Smart Devices” which appears in the June 2020 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Laplaca discusses the potential risks of smart devices and how strength and conditioning professionals can limit those risks.

Distance Running Special Topic Issue

Co-Guest Editors of the Running Special Topic Issue, Paul Sorace and Janet Hamilton, discuss the issue, the topics covered by articles in the issue, and what the practical applications are for strength and conditioning professionals.

Stem Cell Injections for Musculoskeletal Pathology: An Overview for the Sports Medicine Professional

Dr. Morey Kolber discusses the article “Stem Cell Injections for Musculoskeletal Pathology: An Overview for the Sports Medicine Professional” which appears in the December 2019 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Considerations for Coaching Athletes With Prosthetic Limbs for Transtibial and Transfemoral Amputations

Drew Nutter discusses his article “Considerations for Coaching Athletes With Prosthetic Limbs for Transtibial and Transfemoral Amputations” which appears in the October 2019 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal and provides recommendations for working with athletes with prosthetics.

Exercise Programming for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Tom Cormier discusses his article “Exercise Programming for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease” which appears in the August 2019 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Mr. Cormier explains what nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is and what strength and conditioning professionals can do to help clients with this disease.

Psychology of Strength and Conditioning Special Topic Issue

Dr. Brian Gearity discusses the upcoming Psychology of Strength and Conditioning Special Topic Issue which appears in the April 2019 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Sociology of Strength and Conditioning Special Topic Issue

Dr. Brian Gearity discusses the upcoming Sociology of Strength and Conditioning Special Topic Issue which appears in the December 2018 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.  Dr. Gearity explains what sport sociology is, and why an understanding of sociology is important for strength and conditioning professionals.

Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Column

Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Column

Exercise Technique Columns

Dr. Jay Dawes discusses the Exercise Technique Column and provides suggestions for authors considering submitting to this column.

Strength and Conditioning Considerations for Hurling: An Amateur Gaelic Games Sport

Chris Bishop discusses the sport of hurling and the role the strength and conditioning can play in improving performance for the sport of hurling.

Point/Counterpoint

Andy Galpin discusses the Point/Counterpoint column and gives advice for potential authors looking to submit for this column.

Special Topic Issue: Soccer

Dr. Ian Jeffreys discusses the soccer special issue published in issue 40/3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Creatine Supplementation

Dr. James Bagley discusses his article “Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation: Considerations for Cognitive Performance in Athletes” published in issue 40/2 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Special Populations

Peter Ronai discusses the Special Populations column and gives advice for potential authors looking to submit for this column.

Speed and Agility Special Topic Issue

Dr. Jay Dawes discusses the Speed and Agility Special Topic Issue, the importance of speed and agility and some of the articles that are included in the issue.

One on One Column

Paul Sorace discusses the One on One Column and gives advice for potential authors looking to submit for this column.

Strength and Conditioning Professional Standards and Guidelines

Dr. Travis Triplett discusses the NSCA’s updated Standards and Guidelines document and its importance to strength and conditioning professionals.

Evidence Based Personal Training Column

Dr. Brad Schoenfeld discusses the Evidence Based Personal Training Column and gives advice for potential authors looking to submit for this column.

Submitting to Strength and Conditioning Journal

Dr. Morey Kolber discusses the process of submitting articles and columns to Strength and Conditioning Journal.

NSCA Endorsement of NCAA Mental Health Best Practices

Dr. Brian Gearity discusses the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s endorsement of the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s mental health best practices consensus document.

Sports Medicine Special Topic Issue

Dr. Morey Kolber discusses the sports medicine special topic issue appearing in the current issue of SCj.

Guest Editorial: Youth Issue: With Strength.the Future of Our Youth Is Bright!

Rick Howard discusses the current Youth issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal “YOUTH ISSUE: WITH STRENGTH…THE FUTURE OF OUR YOUTH IS BRIGHT!”.

Interval Training for the Senior Population

Development of the Tactical Human Optimization, Rapid R ehabilitation and Reconditioning Program Military Operator Readiness Assessme nt for the Special Forces Operator

Ray Bear discusses THOR-3 and its role as a performance test for Special Forces.

Spondylolysis in American Football Players: Etiology, Symptoms, and Implications for Strength and Conditioning Specialists

Celiac Disease- A Review for the Athlete and Interdisciplinary team

Environmental Changes to Facilitate Weight Loss

Exercise Technique Column

Tactical Strength and Conditioning Special Topic Issue

Training Considerations for Individuals with Femoral Acetabular Impingement