Hi everyone, my name’s Eric. I’m a licensed athletic trainer working at the high school level in El Paso, Texas. I took the CSCS exam a few years ago and came up short on both sections. I stepped away for a bit, but now I’m back with a renewed mindset and fully locked in on earning my CSCS. I’m passionate about helping people move better, get stronger, and live healthier lives. Excited to learn from this group, share the journey, and connect with like-minded professionals along the way. Fun fact: I laugh at my own jokes… because someone has to 😝 Training space: Homemade tuff shed gym 🏋️‍♂️

Glad you're here! This community is built for coaches, CSCS candidates, and performance-minded professionals who take their craft seriously. 👉 In your first post, tell us: - Who you are and what you do - Where you're at in your CSCS journey (or if you're already certified, what you're working on now) - A fun fact—either about your coaching, your training, or just something that makes you you - And post a photo of your training space—whether it’s a garage gym, college weight room, or the local fitness club. We want to see it! This is your space to level up, get real answers, and connect with others who are serious about performance—let’s raise the standard together.

During the initial weeks of a resistance training program, increases in muscular strength are primarily due to which of the following? a. Increased muscle fiber cross-sectional area b. Improved motor unit recruitment and synchronization c. Increased ATP and phosphocreatine storage within muscle fibers Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question tomorrow morning. From Chapter 5: Adaptations to Anaerobic Training Programs