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The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Gillen, Z. (2025). titled "Percentile Rankings and Normalization of Performance for Youth International Weightlifting Federation World Championships Competitors” Abstract The present study provided percentile rankings and comparisons based on sex and weight class for absolute and normalized Oly

We’re excited to welcome John Noonan to the lineup for the IUSCA International Conference on Strength and Conditioning , taking place at Leeds Beckett University on Friday 5th June 2026. John is a world-class high-performance practitioner with over 15 years of experience across elite sport, including Formula 1, Olympic sport, rugby union, and football. He currently works with Oracle Red Bull Racing, applying cutting-edge S&C and performance science in one of the world’s most

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Daly, L., Cregg, C., Forde, D., Catháin, C., & Kelly, D. (2025). titled "Profiling the Physical Conditioning Attributes of Young Male Gaelic Football Players: From Adolescence to Adulthood” Abstract This study assessed the anthropometry and physical conditioning attributes of young male inter-co

We’re delighted to announce our next keynote speaker for the IUSCA International Conference on Strength and Conditioning 2026… 🏋️‍♂️ Tim Suchomel - Director of the Sports Science Program at the University of Pittsburgh 📅 Friday 5th June 2026 📍 Leeds Beckett University, UK Dr. Suchomel is one of the leading researchers and educators in strength and conditioning, and currently serves as Director of the Sports Science Program at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Health

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Finlay, M. (2025). titled "A Four Week Contrast Training Programme Enhances Punch Performance and Physical Qualities in Senior Elite Amateur Boxers” Abstract This case study aimed to design a 4-week training intervention and monitor the physical capabilities of three amateur boxers as they prepa

We’re excited to announce that we are bringing Joe Kenn to the UK as our first keynote speaker for the IUSCA 2026 International Conference on Strength and Conditioning… 🏋️‍♂️ Joe Kenn – Vice President of Performance Education, Dynamic Fitness & Strength 📅 Friday 5th June 2026 📍 Leeds Beckett University, UK Joe Kenn is one of the most influential figures in the field of strength and conditioning, with over three decades of experience at the highest levels of sport. Best kno

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Ryan, C., Cronin, J., Kulczynski, S., & Ireland, J. (2025). titled "New Perspectives for the Resistance Training of Runners: Flywheel Approach” Abstract Strengthening muscle is a critical aspect of injury resistance and training for performance gain, and as such, a wide variety of resistance tra

The International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA) is pleased to announce that Bournemouth University’s MSc in Strength and Conditioning has been awarded IUSCA Degree Accreditation, recognising the programme’s commitment to academic rigour, applied practice, and professional relevance. This achievement positions Bournemouth University among a growing group of institutions whose strength and conditioning (S&C) degrees meet the highest international

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Feit, A., Hutchinson, J., Mullin, E., & Thompson, B. (2025). titled "The Use of Psychological Skills and Strategies in Collegiate Strength and Conditioning” Abstract Strength and conditioning coaches (SCCs) are in a unique position to coach psychological skills and strategies (PSS) alongside phy

We are delighted to announce the IUSCA International Conference on Strength & Conditioning 2026 , taking place on Friday 5th June 2026 at Leeds Beckett University, United Kingdom. Following the huge success of this year’s sell-out event, the 2026 conference is set to be the largest single-day Strength & Conditioning event in the UK, bringing together world-leading practitioners, researchers, and educators from across the globe. Purpose of the New Roles 🎟️ Ultra Early Bird t

Strength and Conditioning (S&C) has become one of the fastest-growing professional fields in sport and performance. With new degrees emerging across the world, choosing where to study has never been more important. The best S&C degrees combine scientific understanding, applied practice, and industry accreditation to ensure graduates are fully prepared for professional success. But what makes a degree truly world-class? 1. Scientific and Evidence-Based Curriculum The foundatio

IUSCA visits UCLA, USC, CSUF, CSULB, CSUN, and Pepperdine to expand collaboration across education and practitioner development Last week, the International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA)  undertook a strategic visit to several of our esteemed partner institutions across California, including: 🏛 University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) 🏛 University of Southern California (USC) 🏛 California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) 🏛 California Sta

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Bridgeman, L., Cameron, B., & Steele, J. (2025) . titled "The Validity and Reliability of the My Jump Lab Artificial Intelligence Application” Abstract Jump height (JH) achieved in a countermovement jump (CMJ) has been suggested to allow for the monitoring of neuromuscular fatigue (NMF) and ass

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Hasegawa, T., Muratomi, K., Furuhashi, Y., Mizushima, J., & Maemura, H. (2025). titled "Monitoring Neuromuscular Function in Sprinters Using the Countermovement Jump: A Longitudinal Case Study” Abstract The countermovement jump (CMJ) is a widely used test for monitoring neuromuscular (NM) functi

We’re pleased to announce a new partnership between the International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA)  and Athlete Now  – a fast-growing platform connecting athletes with trusted, verified practitioners across all areas of performance support. What is Athlete Now? Launched in 2023, Athlete Now is an exclusive directory created by top names in elite sport, Holly Calvert (Professional Golfer), Nicole Booth (Sports Science Lecturer & S&C Coach), and Dr

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Pryer, M., Cronin, J., Neville, J., & Uthoff, A. (2025). titled "Effect of Entry Velocity on Pickup Acceleration Performance” Abstract Sprint acceleration is a fundamental component of team sports and is typically measured from a static start, despite athletes frequently initiating sprints from

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport Science. We have recently published a new article by Badby, A., Comfort, P., Ripley, N., Cuthbert, M., Robles-Palazón, F., Mundy, P., & McMahon, J. (2025) titled "Which Metrics Can I Monitor? Test-Retest Reliability of Countermovement Jump and Countermovement Rebound Jump Force-Time Metrics in Youth Soccer Players In-Season” Abstract Previous rese

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport...

We are pleased to announce that the University of Derby  has been awarded IUSCA Endorsed  status for its Strength & Conditioning...

The IUSCA's International Journal of Strength and Conditioning is the world leading Diamond Open Access journal in S&C and Sport...