CSCS Study Course
Self-paced study course preparing you for the CSCS exam.
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The CSCS-Course was a great help, as it explained the most relevant points from each chapter in a visual and understandable way! I highly recommend this cour...
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Be sure to have a copy of the Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning 4th edition textbook before starting
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12-Week Study Plan
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CSCS Study Course 12-Week Study Plan Download
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Chapter 1: Structure and Function of Body Systems
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Chapter 1 Study Guide
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Musculoskeletal System
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Muscle Anatomy
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Sliding Filament Theory
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Neuromuscular System
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Muscle Fiber Types & Motor Unit Recruitment
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Proprioception
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Cardiovascular System
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Respiratory System
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Chapter 1 Study Questions
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Chapter 2: Biomechanics of Resistance Exercise
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Chapter 2 Study Guide
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Muscle Levers
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Anatomical Planes & Body Movements
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Work & Power
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Biomechanical Factors of Human Performance
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Sources of Resistance to Muscle Contraction
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Joint Biomechanic Concerns
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Chapter 2 Study Questions
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Chapter 3: Bioenergetics of Exercise & Training
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Chapter 3 Study Guide
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Energy System Overview
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The Phosphagen System
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The Glycolytic System
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The Oxidative System
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Substrate Depletion & Repletion
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Metabolic Specificity of Training
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Chapter 3 Study Questions
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Chapter 4: Endocrine Responses to Resistance Exercise
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Chapter 4 Study Guide
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Introduction to the Endocrine System
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Adaptations in the Endocrine System
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Testosterone
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Growth Hormone
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Insulin-Like Growth Factors
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Adrenal Hormones
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Chapter 4 Study Questions
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Chapter 5: Adaptations to Anaerobic Training Programs
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Chapter 5 Study Guide
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Responses to Anaerobic Training
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Adaptations to Anaerobic Training
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Muscular Adaptations to Anaerobic Training
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Other Adaptations to Anaerobic Training & Study Questions
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Chapter 6: Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance Training Programs
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Chapter 6 Study Guide
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Acute Response to Aerobic Training
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Chronic Adaptations to Aerobic Traning
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Adaptations & External and Individual Factors/Over Training
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Overtraining Syndrome & Study Questions
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Chapter 7: Age-and-Sex Related Differences and Their Implications for Resistance Exercise
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Chapter 7 Study Guide
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Resistance Training for Children
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Resistance Training for Female Athletes
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Resistance Training for Older Adults
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Chapter 7 Study Questions
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Chapter 8: Psychology of Athletic Preparation and Performance
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Chapter 8 Study Guide
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Sport Psychology Terminology
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Influence of Arousal and Anxiety on Performance
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Motivation, Attention, & Focus
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Psychological Techniques for Improved Performance
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Enhancing Motor Skill Acquisition and Learning
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Chapter 8 Study Questions
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Chapter 9: Basic Nutrition Factors in Health
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Chapter 9 Study Guide
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Role of Sport Nutrition Professionals & Standard Guidelines
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Protein
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Carbohydrates
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Fat
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Fluid Intake
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Chapter 9 Study Questions
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Chapter 10: Nutrition Strategies for Maximizing Performance
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Chapter 10 Study Guide
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Pre-, During-, & Post-Competition Nutrition
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Altering Body Composition
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Feeding & Eating Disorders
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Chapter 10 Study Questions
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Nutrition Calculation Examples
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Chapter 11: Performance-Enhancing Substances and Methods
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Chapter 11 Study Guide
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Types of Performance Enhancing Drugs
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Hormones
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Dietary Supplements
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Chapter 11 Study Questions
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Chapter 12: Principles of Test Selection and Administration
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Chapter 12 Study Guide
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Introduction and Reasons for Testing
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Testing Terminology
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Test Administration
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Chapter 13: Administration, Scoring, and Interpretation of Selected Tests
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Chapter 13 Study Guide
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Measuring Parameters for Athletic Performance
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Selected Test Protocols
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Evaluation of Data
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Scoring Test Examples
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Chapter 13 Study Questions
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Chapter 14: Warm-Up and Flexibility Training
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Chapter 14 Study Guide
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Warm Up & Flexibility
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Types of Stretching
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Static Stretching Techniques
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Dynamic Stretching Techniques
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Study Questions
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Chapter 15: Exercise Technique for Free Weight and Machine Training
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Chapter 15 Study Guide
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Fundamentals of Exercise Technique
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Examples of Resistance Training Exercise
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Chapter 16: Exercise Technique for Alternative Modes and Nontraditional Implement Training
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Chapter 16 Study Guide
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General Guidelines & Bodyweight Training Methods
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Core Stability & Balance Training Methods
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Variable Resistance Training Methods
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Nontraditional Implement Training Methods and Unilateral Training
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Core Stability & Balance Training Examples
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Nontraditional Exercise Training Examples
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Chapter 16 Study Questions
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Chapter 17: Program Design for Resistance Training
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Chapter 17 Study Guide
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Introduction to Program Design
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Training Frequency
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Volume & Rest Periods
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Chapter 17 Study Questions
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Chapter 18: Program Design and Technique for Plyometric Training
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Chapter 18 Study Guide
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Plyometric Training
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Plyometric Training Program Design
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Age and Safety Considerations
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Chapter 18 Study Questions
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Examples of Plyometrics (Exercises 18.1-18.13)
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Chapter 19: Program Design and Technique for Speed and Agility
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Chapter 19 Study Guide
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Introduction and Key Terms
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Program Design
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Chapter 19 Study Questions
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Chapter 20: Program Design and Technique for Aerobic Endurance Training
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Chapter 20 Study Guide
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Factors Related to Aerobic Endurance Performance
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Designing an Aerobic Endurance Program
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Types of Aerobic Endurance Training Programs
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Applications of Program Design to Training Seasons
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Special Issues Related to Aerobic Endurance Training
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Chapter 20 Study Questions
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Chapter 21: Periodization
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Chapter 21 Study Guide
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Central Concepts of Periodization
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Phases of Periodization
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Sports Seasons
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Chapter 21 Study Questions
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Chapter 22: Rehabilitation and Reconditioning
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Chapter 22 Study Guide
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Overview and Injury Type
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Stages of Rehab
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Return To Training
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Chapter 23: Facility Design, Layout, and Organization
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Chapter 23 Study Guide
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General Aspects of Facility Design
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Designing & Arranging a Facility
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Maintenance, Cleaning, & Space Needs
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Chapter 23 Study Questions
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Chapter 24: Facility Policies, Procedures, and Legal Issues
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Chapter 24 Study Guide
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Mission Statement & the Performance Team
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Legal & Ethical Issues
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Staff Policies & Activities
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Chapter 24 Study Questions
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Practice Exam
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CSCS Practice Exam
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CSCS Study Course Wrap Up
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