Hello everyone, huge shoutout to @Krishnadas Kootale for reminding me of these excellent NSCA-backed resources to share. The first requires that you log into your NSCA account to view. The second two are open-access: NSCA Program Design Essentials Periodization and Programming for Team Sports Foundations of Fitness Programming

Hi @Jacob Goodin - There were mentions of free NSCA resources relating to Chapter 15, and perhaps others, that were recommended in your lectures (videos on Canvas platform). Could you kindly point to their locations, or repost? Regards, Krishnadas

We all know instructor Dr. Jacob Goodin is very modest, but every once in a while, an inkling of his depth and brilliance escapes his usual low-key demeanor. I looked up a podcast he mentioned in one of his lectures, and in the intro section he gives the audience a glimpse of his very impressive background. It seems the moment may have gotten the better of him — just a little. :-) So, without further ado, I’m sharing the link here for anyone who would like to peel back a layer or two of his humility and get a better sense of the person guiding us through this CSCS journey: https://youtu.be/Vk_GPntgYU8?si=-8d3UIDFpMmKPHAf Of course, those of you who are or have been his students may already know this side of him through closer interaction. For the rest of us, please, please, please do not miss it. :-) Cheers! Krishnadas

Hi all, I’m Krishnadas Kootale. Professionally, I do not come from a sports science, physiology, or strength and conditioning background. My main connection to the field is through distance running, which I coach as a side activity. I joined this CSCS course as part of my ongoing effort to keep learning and developing as a coach. I’m enjoying Dr. Goodin’s lectures and the learning process so far. I don’t feel ready to take the exam just yet, but I’m hoping to get there in the near future. Looking forward to learning alongside everyone. Cheers, Krishnadas

Why is the concept of minimal essential strain (MES) important for designing programs to stimulate bone growth? A. The MES threshold is the same for all skeletal sites and athletes B. Forces exceeding the MES threshold signal osteoblasts to initiate new bone formation, while forces below the MES do not stimulate bone remodeling regardless of volume, making specificity of loading critical C. Bone will adapt to any amount of loading regardless of magnitude Answer in the poll, then explain your rationale below in the comments! I'll follow up with my breakdown of the question after enough people have responded. From Chapter 5: Adaptations to Anaerobic Training Programs DCO Code: 1.D2 NOTE: Image is for illustration purposes, not needed to answer the question.