CSCS LUGS case studies
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The CSCS LUGS credential is aimed at strength and conditioning professionals who work with athletes in team or individual settings. It signals that the holder can apply exercise science, assess athletes, teach safe and effective technique, design periodized programs, manage a training facility, conduct testing, address nutrition and supplementation within scope, and act ethically. The CSCS LUGS case studies are 5 cases and about 3,223 words.
1In-Season Point Guard Returning From a Lateral Ankle Sprain
Alex is a 19-year-old female collegiate point guard, 6 weeks after a grade II lateral ankle sprain. The team physician has cleared her for modified practice but not full competition.
683 words, about 3 min2Preseason Testing Battery for a Division II Men's Soccer Team
You are the CSCS for a Division II men's soccer team. Preseason testing is scheduled for 24 players in one 90-minute session, two days before the first scrimmage.
661 words, about 3 min3Female Cross-Country Runner Requesting Iron and Creatine
A 20-year-old female Division I cross-country runner comes to you asking about iron and creatine. She has had two tibial stress fractures in 14 months, a BMI of 18.2, and reports 5–6 hours of sleep, restricted eating, and no menstrual period for 8 months.
650 words, about 3 min4Coach Pressure to Clear a Quarterback After Concussion
You are a strength coach employed by a school district. A 16-year-old quarterback sustained a concussion 9 days ago.
585 words, about 3 min5Back Squat Coaching for a Mixed-Mobility Group
You are coaching 12 high school athletes in their first back-squat session. One athlete's heels lift and knees collapse inward during a bodyweight squat; another has a healed wrist fracture and cannot get into a comfortable back-rack position; a third can squat well but has never trained with a barbell.
644 words, about 3 min