Who is the NSCA?
Founded in 1978, The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is a nonprofit association dedicated to advancing the strength and conditioning and related sport science professions around the world.
The NSCA exists to empower a community of professionals to maximize their impact through disseminating evidence-based knowledge and its practical application by offering industry-leading certifications, research journals, career development services, networking opportunities, and continuing education. The NSCA community is composed of more than 60,000 members and certified professionals throughout the world who further industry standards as researchers, educators, strength and conditioning coaches, performance and sport scientists, personal trainers, tactical professionals, and other related roles.
Work at the NSCA
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Leadership - Board of Directors
The NSCA brings together a diverse group of professionals from the sport science, athletic, allied health, and fitness industries. Our initiatives are governed by a board of nine directors, managed by an executive director, and carried out by headquarter staff and volunteers.NSCA Executive Team
The National Strength and Conditioning Association is led by an executive team with backgrounds and expertise both within strength and conditioning and in other professional communities.Performance Center
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The NSCA has an active voice in the communication of news and developments in the field of strength and conditioning and welcomes media inquiries and interview requests. For more information, journal article requests, or to be added to the NSCA press distribution list, contact our Media Relations Manager.
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