2008 National Conference
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) invites you to attend their 31st National Conference and Exhibition in spectacular Las Vegas. The conference and exhibition will feature more than 50 educational sessions and research presentations and over 140 exhibiting companies. Join us and be part of the largest gathering of strength and conditioning professionals.
DATE
July 9 – 12, 2008
LOCATION
Las Vegas, NV
CONFERENCE SITE
Paris Hotel & Casino
3655 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
888-266-5687
Paris Hotel & Casino is sold out.
Special rates are available at Bally's which is conveniently connected to the Paris casino.
$59.00 weekday single/double
$119 weekend single/double. (Rates are valid until June 27th, 2008 or room block is full.)
* Please indicate that you wish to be under the National Strength & Conditioning Association block.
Reservations are first-come first-served until the block is full. Any reservation made after June 13, 2008 will only be confirmed on a space available basis.
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The NSCA would like to offer our National Conference attendees a discount to play at one of the three breathtaking and challenging Walters Golf properties in Las Vegas. Please click here to reserve your tee time.
Paris Hotel Fitness Center
If you are a guest at the hotel, NSCA Conference Attendees will receive a discounted rate of $15.00 to use the fitness center. Please contact Cindy Johnson at the Paris hotel to make arrangements. 702-946-4353
Refund/Cancellation Policy:
All refund requests must be submitted in WRITING and should include the reason for cancellation. NO refunds will be accepted via phone.
- Full refunds less $20 if postmarked by May 23, 2008
- 50% refund if postmarked May 24 – June 27, 2008
- NO REFUNDS after June 27, 2008
Cutoff days are by postmark!
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Before
May 23, 2008
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May 24-
June 27, 2008
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After June 27
On-Site Only!
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| Member |
$225 |
$265 |
$315 |
| Non-Member |
$345 |
$385 |
$435 |
| Student Member |
$175 |
$195 |
$215 |
| One Day Only |
$165 |
$185 |
$205 |
| Pre-printed Program Book
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$25 |
$25 |
$25 |
| Guest Pass |
$35 |
$35 |
$35 |
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All attendees will be receiving an electronic version of the conference program/speaker handouts before the conference. If you would like to reserve a printed version of the conference program/speaker handouts it will be a $25 charge and you will receive it when you check-in.
PRE-CONFERENCE SYMPOSIA FEES
| One 2-Hour Pre-Con: |
| Member |
$75 |
$95 |
$115 |
| Student Member |
$40 |
$60 |
$80 |
| Two 2-Hour Pre-Con |
| Member |
$125 |
$145 |
$175 |
| Student Member |
$70 |
$90 |
$120 |
| Three 2-Hour Pre-Con |
| Member |
$150 |
$170 |
$200 |
| Student Member |
$90 |
$110 |
$140 |
Additional 0.2 NSCA and 2.0 NATA CEUs will be offered per 2 hour pre-con session.
| Time |
Session |
Presenter(s) |
| 12:00-2:00 |
High Numbers, Low Budget Youth Training
Presented by NSCA Youth Special Interest Group
Sponsored by Fitness Anywhere |
Avery Faigenbaum, EdD, CSCS*D, FNSCA & Whitney Moore, MS, CSCS*D, Jeff Olivo, PT, CSCS |
| 12:00-2:00 |
Sport Nutrition: "Functional Foods"
Sponsored by EAS |
Marie Spano, MS |
| 12:00-2:00 |
Transfer of Training - Selecting Exercises for Athletic Performance
Presented by the NSCA Weightlifting Special Interest Group
Sponsored by Uesaka |
Loren Chiu, MS, CSCS & Steven Plisk, MS, CSCS*D |
| 2:00-4:00 |
Functional Movement Screens: Defining the Problem
Sponsored by Perform Better |
Gray Cook, CSCS |
| 2:00-4:00 |
Practical Application of Sports Supplement and Nutritional Strategies
Sponsored by EAS |
Jose Antonio, PhD, CSCS |
| 2:00-4:00 |
Introduction to Kettlebells for Fitness and Athletic Development
Sponsored by Power Systems |
Steve Cotter, CSCS |
| 2:00-4:00 |
Movement Solutions: Advanced Manual Technique
Part 1:Low Back & Posterior-Lateral Hip Dysfunction |
Steve Percy, MS, PTA, ATC |
| 4:00-6:00 |
Methods of Developing Maximal & Explosive Strength
Presented by the NSCA Weightlifting Special Interest Group
Sponsored by Uesaka |
Margaret Stone & Michael Stone, PhD, FNSCA, Mike Gattone, CSCS |
| 4:00-6:00 |
Kettlebell Programming for Fitness and Athletic Development
Sponsored by Power Systems |
Steve Cotter, CSCS |
| 4:00-6:00 |
Using the Functional Movement Screen in Team Sports
Sponsored by Perform Better |
Michael Boyle |
| 4:00-6:00 |
Movement Solutions: Advanced Manual Technique
Part 2: Thoracic Kyphosis & Shoulder Dysfunction |
Steve Percy, MS, PTA, ATC |
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DON'T MISS OUR KEYNOTE PRESENTERS
Rulon Gardner is perhaps most well known for his defeat of Alexander Karelin in the 2000 Summer Olympics. Karelin had been undefeated for thirteen years prior to his loss in the gold medal match to Gardner. Gardner continued to win the U.S. Olympic trials for his weight class and then to compete in the 2004 Summer Olympics. At the 2004 Olympics in Athens, he won the bronze medal and left his shoes on the mat as the traditional symbol of retirement from competitive wrestling.
Gardner has since begun competing in mixed martial arts and in 2005 he became the host for a professional wrestling league called Real Pro Wrestling. Aside from his Olympic medals, his achievements are numerous and inspiring. Join us as the NSCA welcomes Rulon Gardner to share his lifetime triumphs through his motivational presentation during the Opening Ceremonies on Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 11:00 A.M.
Mike Flynt
Mike Flynt, Known as the “Grid Iron Grandpa,” Mike Flynt captured national attention in 2007 when he returned to Division III football for Sul Ross State in Texas playing line-backer approaching the age of 60. Flynt learned that he had 1 year of eligibility left and so enrolled in a master's program.
In addition to being one of the founding members of the NSCA in 1976, Flynt spent most of his career as a strength and conditioning coach with Nebraska, Oregon and Texas A&M. He is also the inventor of the Powerbase training system and is committed to physical fitness. Join us as Flynt will be giving an inspirational message about perseverance at the Awards Reception on Friday, July 11th at 6:30 p.m.
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| Time |
Session |
Presenter(s) |
| 7:00am-8:00am |
Morning Yoga brought to you by: The Balanced Athlete |
John Gillespie, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, & Cara Bradley, CSCS |
| 9:00am-10:00am |
More Power in Less Time |
Gary Lavin, CSCS, NSCA-CPT |
| 9:00am-10:00am |
Fitness for Police, Fire and EMS Personnel |
Thomas Collins, DC, CSCS |
| 10:00am-11:00am |
Quadrennial Planning for the High School Athlete |
Ian Jeffreys, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D |
| 10:00am-11:00am |
Special Ops Fitness - Motivate your Clients Using Proven Training Methods of Special Operators to Help Achieve Fitness / Health Goals |
Stewart Smith, CSCS |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm |
30 Minute Time Efficient Workouts |
Annette Lang, NSCA-CPT |
| 1:00pm-3:00pm |
Nutritional Supplementation BEFORE, DURING & AFTER, Resistance Training: Science & Recommendations
Sponsored by GNC |
Jeffery Stout, PhD, CSCS,*D, FNSCA & Joel Cramer, PhD, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D, FNSCA & Joseph Weir, PhD |
| 2:00pm-2:50pm |
Calcium and Weight Loss: Recent Research Findings |
Joan Eckerson |
| 2:00pm-3:00pm |
Exercising the Role of Fitness in the Treatment of Eating Disorders |
Irv Rubenstein, PhD, CSCS |
| 3:00pm-3:50pm |
Resistance Training and Arterial Compliance |
Anette Fjeldstad |
| 3:00pm-4:00pm |
Separating Dead Lifts from Weightlifting Pulls Through a Technical Practical Perspective |
Michael Waller, MA, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D |
| 3:00pm-4:00pm |
The Influence of Dexterity Training on Injury Prevention and Performance |
Tony Moreno, PhD, CSCS |
| 4:00pm-4:50pm |
Multiple Sclerosis: Postural Balance & Resistance Training |
Cecilie Fjeldstad |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm |
Common Musculoskeletal Compensation Patterns for Basic Movement Mechanics |
Keith Shimon, CSCS, USAW |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm |
Sports Nutrition for the High School Athlete: Do's and Don'ts to Increase Performance |
Paul Moore, MS, RD, LDN, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D |
FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2008
| Time |
Session |
Presenter(s) |
| 7:00am-8:00am |
Morning Yoga brought to you by: The Balanced Athlete |
John Gillespie, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, & Cara Bradley, CSCS |
| 9:00am-10:30am |
The Aging Neuromuscular System in Men and Women Still Responds to Strength Training |
Keijo Häkkinen, PhD |
| 10:30am-12:00pm |
Secrets of the Shoulder
Sponsored by Perform Better |
Gray Cook, CSCS |
| 10:30am-12:00pm |
Assessment and Monitoring of Athlete Strength and Power |
Robert Newton, PhD, CSCS,*D |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm |
Performance Training for the Aging Athlete |
Peter Twist, MSc, CSCS |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm |
Applied Power Training Research & its Implications for Training: Lessons from Australian Professional Rugby League |
Daniel Baker, PhD |
| 2:00pm-2:50pm |
Youth Fitness Testing: Effectiveness and New Developments |
Jill Bush |
| 2:00pm-3:00pm |
Factors Affecting the Length of the Rest Interval Between Resistance Training Exercise Sets |
Jeffrey Willardson, PhD, CSCS |
| 3:00pm-3:50pm |
Resistance Training for Hypertrophy: Why Do Some Respond Better? |
Marcas Bamman, PhD, CSCS |
| 3:00pm-4:00pm |
The Power of Nutrition for all Levels: 10 Ways to Implement Sports Nutrition Techniques for the Competitive Edge |
Dawn Weatherwax-Fall, RD, CSSD, LD, ATC, CSCS |
| 3:00pm-4:00pm |
Cleveland Browns 2007 Game Plan |
Thomas Myslinski Jr, MS, CSCS |
| 4:00pm-4:50pm |
Resistance or Aerobic Exercise for Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance |
John McCarthy |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm |
Functional Training: Beyond the Hype |
Sean Flanagan, PhD, ATC, CSCS |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm |
Neuromuscular Control Training Programs to Reduce Lower Extremity Injury Risk |
Terry Grindstaff, DPT, ATC, CSCS*D |
Saturday, July 12, 2008
| Time |
Session |
Presenter(s) |
| 7:00am-8:00am |
Morning Yoga brought to you by: The Balanced Athlete |
John Gillespie, CSCS, NSCA-CPT, & Cara Bradley, CSCS |
| 9:00am-10:30am |
Non-Linear Periodization: From its Physiological Basis to its Implementation |
William Kraemer, PhD, CSCS, FNSCA |
| 9:00am-10:30am |
Maximizing the Various Aspects of Strength for All Levels of Athletes - Absolute, Speed, Reversal, Stabilizing |
Pete Bommarito, MS, CSCS, USAW |
| 10:30am-12:00pm |
Real World Fat Loss - Destroying the Dogma
Sponsored by Perform Better |
Alwyn Cosgrove, CSCS,*D |
| 10:30am-12:00pm |
Theory and Practice of Vibration Training |
Michael Barnes, MEd, CSCS,*D, NSCA-CPT,*D |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm |
The Use of Meta-Analysis in Strength Training Research |
Moh Malek, PhD, CSCS*D, NSCA-CPT*D |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm |
Plyometric Training Integration in Athletic Development |
James Radcliffe, MS |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm |
A Simplified Progression for Teaching the Olympic Movement |
Sean Waxman, CSCS |
| 2:00pm-3:00pm |
In-Season Detraining in College Athletes |
Todd Miller, PhD, CSCS, *D |
| 2:00pm-3:00pm |
"Practical Teaching of Acceleration and Top Speed Running"
Sponsored by Velocity Sports Performance |
Loren Seagrave |
| 3:00pm-4:00pm |
Benefits/Risk Analysis of the Weightlifting Movements |
Allen Hedrick, MA, CSCS*D, Coach Pract, FNSCA |
| 3:00pm-4:00pm |
Building a Strong Foundation: How to Train the Endurance Athlete in the Gym |
Carmen Bott, MS, CSCS |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm |
Theory and Applications of Recovery Techniques |
David Sandler, MS, CSCS,*D |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm |
Back to Basics: A Practical Framework for Coaching and Training Back Health” |
Tracy Fober, MSPT, CSCS |
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Sports Performance Coach Certification Course
Paris Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, July 08 – 09, 2008
In partnership with USA Weightlifting, the NSCA is bringing USA Weightlifting’s Sports Performance Coach Certification Course to our members. The course will precede the National Conference. The aim of this course is for professionals to introduce their athletes, students, and clients to the techniques of weightlifting, plyometrics, and other explosive training methods as a means to improving athletic performance. Each candidate will come away with a body of knowledge and practical expertise to enable them to train a beginner to a level where they can perform these movements safely and effectively. Before the course, you will receive a coaching manual and instructional video. Upon passing the exam, you will receive your USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach shirt, USA Weightlifting membership card and certificate. Annual renewal and recertification are required in order to maintain valid certification.
Course Instructors
Leo Totten, Chris Feder, and Mike Favre
Cost: $335
NOTE: There will be a $35 late fee for anyone registering after the deadline.
To register, go to www.usaweightlifting.org and click on Coaching Course Calendar and Registration. If you have questions, please call USA Weightlifting’s National Office at 719-866-4508.
www.usaweightlifting.org
International NSCA Index Invitational
Wednesday, July 09, 2008 • 5:00pm
Champagne Room, Paris Hotel & Casino
You are invited to the 1st Annual International Index Testing Competition held at NSCA’s 2008 National Conference in Las Vegas. Competitors from the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Ireland and the United States will participate in a thrilling Index Testing Competition where scores will be projected live for anyone in the world to see. NSCA Index scoring is based on a decathlon system where competitors receive points based upon on their performance for the Vertical Jump, Pro-Agility Run, Ten Yard Dash and Hang Clean. For more information contact Jake Wurth at 800-815-6826 or visit www.nsca-lift.org.
NSCA Certification Exams
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
The CSCS® and NSCA-CPT® certifications are considered to be the most highly respected and credible fitness-related certifications available. Join the 36,000 professionals who have obtained their prestigious CSCS or NSCA-CPT certifications. Register for testing online at www.nsca-cc.org, or call the NSCA Certification at 888-746-2378 for more information.
Exam Early Registration Deadline
Friday, May 2, 2008
Exam Registration Cutoff
Friday, May 16, 2008
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