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title: Strength and Conditioning Blog | BridgeAthletic | Coaching Tips (2)
description: Coaching Tips | The BridgeAthletic blog features workout routines and advice designed to give athletes, coaches, and trainers a competitive advantage. (2)
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## [4 SOP's you Can Implement Today in your Programming](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/4-sops-you-can-implement-today-in-your-programming)
By [Craig Rasmussen, CSCS, SFG, SFL](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/craig-rasmussen) on February 08, 2024
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In the popular book, [Extreme Ownership](https://echelonfront.com/books/extreme-ownership/), co-authors Jocko Willink and Leif Babin discuss standard operating procedures (SOP's) extensively. They describe SOPs as a means of creating a clear process to make commonly performed tasks as efficient as possible.
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## [How Train 4 The Game Decreased Coach Burnout with Automation in BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/how-train-4-the-game-decreased-coach-burnout-with-bridgeathletic)
By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on November 02, 2023
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Train 4 The Game is a renowned training center with a rich legacy of excellence, spanning over two decades of operation in Austin, Texas. They bring together a team of coaches with an impressive total of over 120 years of combined coaching experience. This esteemed group has successfully trained over 800 professional and college athletes to reach the pinnacle of their performance and guided thousands of individuals in their journey to regain full mobility after minor and major injuries. Additionally, they've helped numerous clients achieve their goals in weight loss and strength gain.
What sets Train 4 The Game apart is their team of coaches, all experts in Applied Functional Science, with bachelor's degrees in exercise science, and several holding master's degrees in exercise physiology. This level of expertise ensures that every client, ranging from age 9 to 92, receives personalized and top-tier training.
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## [Communicating Load Prescriptions: A Common Error of Omission](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/communicating-load-prescriptions-a-common-error-of-omission)
By [Craig Rasmussen, CSCS, SFG, SFL](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/craig-rasmussen) on October 24, 2023
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Every coach hears these questions without fail: "*What weight should I use?*" or "*How hard should this set be?*". Sometimes it's because the athlete didn't read their program but oftentimes it's on us as coaches to provide sufficient clarity when it comes to prescribing the appropriate weight for the given set and rep parameters.
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## [Minimize Pain and Amplify Progress with FMS](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/minimize-pain-and-amplify-progress-with-fms)
By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on October 17, 2023
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This post has been adapted from a more detailed article that appears in BridgeAthletic’s new ebook called “Raising the Bar: How World-Class Coaches Elevate Their Programming”. You can [download the complete eBook](https://info.bridgeathletic.com/raising-the-bar-ebook-download)for free to get tips and advice from experts at Exos, FMS, Hyperice, Results Fitness, and more.
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## [Programming with Special Blocks in Bridge](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/programming-with-special-blocks-in-bridge)
By [Craig Rasmussen, CSCS, SFG, SFL](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/craig-rasmussen) on October 10, 2023
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Programming specialized protocols that utilize kettlebells (or any other piece of equipment) can pose a significant challenge, especially when working with different digital platforms. By utilizing BridgeAthletic as your digital platform, you can tap into its immense power to effortlessly program these specialized protocols and, most importantly, make them more comprehensible for your athletes and clients.
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## [Simple Rules for Better Soft Tissue Care & Improving Mobility](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/simple-rules-for-better-soft-tissue-care-improving-mobility)
By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on August 31, 2023
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This post has been adapted from a more detailed article that appears in BridgeAthletic’s new ebook called “Raising the Bar: How World-Class Coaches Elevate Their Programming”. You can [download the complete eBook](https://info.bridgeathletic.com/raising-the-bar-ebook-download)for free to get tips and advice from experts at Exos, FMS, Hyperice, Results Fitness, and more.
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## [Going Beyond the Basics with Your Program Design Process](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/big-picture-programming-tips-results-fitness)
By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on June 20, 2023
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Craig Rasmussen, the Director of Coaching and Programming at Results Fitness, brings a fresh perspective to program design. Unlike many trainers who start with exercises and work backward, Rasmussen believes in taking a macro-to-micro approach, beginning with the big picture and working down to individual training sessions. In this post, we will explore three key steps from Rasmussen's program design process that result in better outcomes and more satisfied clients.
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## [Rethinking Linear Periodization for Optimal Client Performance](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/rethinking-linear-periodization-a-better-approach-for-clients)
By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on June 18, 2023
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When it comes to strength training, there is a common belief that linear periodization is the key to success. However, James Dabbs, the owner of Dabbs Fitness in London, challenges this traditional approach. Drawing from his personal experience as a former professional soccer player and his research in the field, Dabbs advocates for a non-linear periodization approach. In this blog post, we will explore Dabbs' journey, his findings, and how he applies non-linear periodization at Dabbs Fitness.
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## [The Best Bench Press Variation You’re Not Doing](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/the-bridged-floor-press-the-best-bench-press-variation-youre-not-doing)
By [BridgeAthletic](https://blog.bridgeathletic.com/author/bridgeathletic) on March 01, 2023
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*This post is part of our Coaches Corner series with Taylor Rimmer. Taylor is NSCA-CPT, StrongFirst SFG 1, and owner of Revive the Human in Longmont, Colorado, and has been a Bridge customer since 2019.*
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