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August 1, 2005The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research

Strength and Conditioning Practices of National Basketball Association Strength and Conditioning Coaches

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CSChristopher J. SimenzMarquette UniversityCDCARRIE A. DUGANMarquette UniversityWEWilliam P. EbbenNorthland College

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Overview

Survey study reports widespread implementation of periodization, plyometrics, and Olympic lifts among NBA strength coaches, highlighting standard practices in elite player conditioning.

Key Points

  • To survey and characterize the training methodologies, physical testing protocols, and exercise programming utilized by strength and conditioning coaches in the National Basketball Association.
  • Cross-sectional survey distributed to NBA strength and conditioning coaches (N=20 of 29 respondents; 68.9% response rate).
  • Survey evaluated coach backgrounds, physical testing routines, flexibility protocols, speed development, plyometrics, and strength/power training regimens.
  • Coaches evaluated an average of 7.3 fitness parameters, with body composition testing being the most frequently utilized assessment.
  • Periodization models were followed by 85.0% (17/20) of coaches, while 100% (20/20) implemented flexibility routines and plyometric drills.
  • Olympic-style lifts were programmed by 95.0% (19/20) of respondents, with squats, Olympic lifts, and their variations serving as the most common exercises.

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Simenz et al. (2005) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a956fc77ee17f80122cb8d7https://doi.org/10.1519/00124278-200508000-00003
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