So I am reading through the NSCA’s TSAC-F essentials in tactical strength and conditoning book. Before the shunning commences I am following the guidance of Doc Jordan “get the certification that will get you the job”, therefore here I am reading a book that I don’t agree with in order to get a cert that will get me a job.
Any way, my question is regarding muscular endurance training. Exactly, my question is whether or not the same training concepts apply to muscular endurance that apply to normal resistance training?
Ive heard (and not directly quoting) Jordan talk about how the CrossFit athletes don’t focus on CrossFit correct me if I am wrong and was wondering if the same thing applies to the “tactical athlete” regarding muscular endurance?
for those who’s training outcome is to increase the muscular endurance it is my understanding that in order to become more proficient at something you must do it more. Like if you want to be good at squatting, squat. Would the same concepts apply?
Also is there any literature attached to what ever the responses provided?
a little reasoning for this:
after I get this certification I plan on running a conditioning class at a local gym geared towards getting some of the local first responders back In better shape, while applying to grad school post military. I want to use the concepts that I have learned from BBM and apply them to conditioning and if someone happens to ask me for some help improving strength and health I can given them that information as well.
This book has been super stressful reading because I just want to tell them to sort themselves out on some of the information but at least I’m retaining it for the exam.
If you mean concepts like specificity (SAID principle), repeated bout effect (RBE), progressive overload, etc. then yes!
Sure. Competitive crossFitters do a lot more than a single WOD per day, which tends to resemble a high-levels strength and conditioning program. I would not train a tactical athlete in the same fashion given the lack of previous training and current training resources, comparatively
Yes. This is the SAID principle in action.
I’m not sure what you’re asking for literature on, specifically.
I took it it upon myself since you guys (and gals) are busy individuals to answer my own question. From what I found it is directly in line with what you mentioned about RBE and SAID. I am just having to wrap my head around “learning” the stuff to pass this exam but having a WTH when reading some of the claims.
Its a little discerning when the organization I am attempting to credential through has conflicting information with people I go to in order to find relevant data about the topics.
In order to continue this thread I would also like to ask another question regarding training.
In my current readings “NSCA’s essentials of tactical strength and conditioning” the principles within lay out that there is specific programming considerations to optimize occupational requirements of the tactical population (first responders, military etc.)
to me: optimization would be completed through reducing BMI since current literature suggest that (at least in the military) there has been an increase in OW and OB populations in the military although it seems to have leveled out as of late. Next, to improve conditioning and general strength. Finally, to disperse information regarding the biopsychospcial model of pain.
The tactical population is in my opinion a difficult population to “optimize” because of the diversity of roles. Like how would you program or train any differently for general improvement in health outcomes versus training a Police officer to Sprint to chase down a suspect. You wouldn’t. If your occupation requires you to eventually sprint with load, you should probably incorporate loaded (weighted vest) sprints into your training at varying levels of intensity.
If I am mistaken please correct me.
Finally (for now) the concept in flexibility throughout this text seems to be highly emphasized and I do not believe based on my limited knowledge it should be as high a priority. Has there been any association in improved performance or reduced rate of injury due to increased flexibility or do ylu
just become more flexible by practicing flexibility?
you don’t have to answer but honestly this is helping me remember the information from this book so you’ve inadvertently helped me once again. Can you all hurry up and release an actual credentialing so I can put my brain and drive to better use please!
Oh and don’t forget my money to better use, because I would rather spend 1000$ Attempting to obtain a Barbell medicine credential than any other source.
Correct. Only improvements in the task being practiced through flexibility drills are improved by that practice. No good data suggesting reduced injury rate either.
Heck yes I’ve been paying attention! Podcasts on repeat, read every blog, reading through all the forum posts , if I have questions ask them, read the literature, and practice what you all teach.
To me it’s amazing how much I’ve learned about health and training in this past year compared to previous years. As soon as you guys host a seminar in the Boston area I plan on going.
Keep on keeping on and thank you for the discussion.
