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CSCS Foundations Mini Course

How to Use This Community to Pass the CSCS Format: 4 short lessons Time commitment: ~10–15 minutes total Outcome: Members know what to do daily, how to think on exam questions, and why this approach works

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Video Rationale for Selected CSCS Practice Qs

Every time I post a video rationale for the CSCS Practice Questions I will also add the video here for ease of use. This will allow you to quickly watch the videos in sequence if you choose to.

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Cohort 4 CSCS Accelerator Recordings

The Cohort 4 recordings will live here for now to make them easier to find.

CSCS Accelerator Course Onboarding

Start here to get oriented inside the CSCS Accelerator as a VIP member. This short module walks you through the onboarding process, how to access and navigate Skool.com, where to find your course materials, what to expect from the program structure, and how to engage with the CSCS Accelerator community. Watch these short videos first so you know where everything is, what support is available, and how to begin the course with a clear plan.

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Exercise Science Foundations

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 1–4 DCO Mapping: 1.A1–1.A2; 1.B1–1.B2; 1.C1–1.C3; 1.D1; 1.E1–1.E2; 1.F1–1.F2; 1.G1 Major Topics Covered: Anatomy and physiology of major body systems Neuromuscular function and muscle contraction Biomechanical principles of movement and resistance exercise Energy systems and metabolism Hormonal responses and endocrine adaptations to training

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Training Adaptations and Population Differences

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 5–7 DCO Mapping: 1.B2; 1.D2; 1.E2; 1.F2; 1.G2; 1.H1–1.H4; 1.I Major Topics Covered: Adaptations to anaerobic training Adaptations to aerobic endurance training Overtraining, recovery, and detraining Age-related training considerations Sex-related physiological differences Athlete population differences and training implications

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Sport Psychology and Motor Learning

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 8 DCO Mapping: 2.A1–2.A2; 2.B; 2.C1–2.C2 Major Topics Covered Motivation and goal setting Anxiety, stress, and arousal management Attention and focus Psychological skills training Motor learning and skill acquisition Mental health considerations in athletes

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Nutrition, Supplements, and Performance Support

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 9–11 DCO Mapping: 3.A1–3.A3; 3.B1–3.B4; 2.C3–2.C4 Major Topics Covered Macronutrients and micronutrients Hydration and electrolyte balance Nutritional strategies for performance and recovery Body composition management Ergogenic aids and supplementation Performance-enhancing substances Disordered eating and substance misuse

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Testing and Evaluation

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 12–13 DCO Mapping: 1.J1–1.J3; 4.A1–4.A2; 4.B1–4.B3 Major Topics Covered Principles of testing and evaluation Reliability and validity Test administration procedures Performance testing protocols Statistical interpretation of results Normative data and athlete assessment

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Exercise Preparation and Technique

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 14–16 DCO Mapping: 4.C1–4.C2; 4.F1–4.F2 Major Topics Covered: Warm-up protocols Flexibility and mobility training Static, dynamic, and PNF stretching Free weight and machine exercise technique Spotting procedures Alternative and nontraditional training methods

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Program Design, Training Methods, & Periodization

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 17–21 DCO Mapping: 4.D1–4.D2; 4.E1–4.E2; 4.G1–4.G4; 4.H1–4.H2 Major Topics Covered: Resistance training program design Plyometric training Speed and agility development Aerobic endurance programming Periodization models Training variables and progression

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Rehabilitation and Reconditioning

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 22 DCO Mapping: 4.I1–4.I2; 2.C1 Major Topics Covered: Tissue healing and injury recovery Reconditioning principles Return-to-play progression Injury prevention strategies Collaboration with sports medicine professionals

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Facility Organization, Admin, & Risk Management

Essentials Text (4th Edition) Chapters: 23–24 DCO Mapping: 4.J1–4.J2; 4.K1–4.K2 Major Topics Covered: Facility design and layout Equipment organization and maintenance Safety procedures and emergency planning Staff policies and administration Legal liability and ethical considerations Risk management practices

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General Exam Prep Tools & Resources

Study Guides, Cheat Sheets, and Infographics

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CSCS Accelerator Quiz App

Sign-up Instructions for VIP members

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English Study Guide Discount

20% discount on the new English CSCS Study Guides based on the 5th edition textbook.

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Sconto Guida di Studio Italiana

20% di sconto sulle nuove Guide di Studio CSCS in italiano, basate sul libro di testo della 5ª edizione.

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Rabatt auf den Deutschen Studienleitfaden

20% Rabatt auf die neuen CSCS Studienleitfäden auf Deutsch, basierend auf dem Lehrbuch der 5. Auflage.

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Descuento en la Guía de Estudio Española

20% de descuento en las nuevas Guías de Estudio CSCS en español, basadas en el libro de texto de la 5ª edición.

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