Summit session · 1 CEC

Preparing to Train Tactical Athletes: Best Practices for Fitness Professionals

Tactical athletes including military personnel, police officers, firefighters, and other public safety professionals have unique physical demands and training requirements. This session provides an overview of the science behind their performance needs and explores how fitness professionals can…

About this course

Session from the 2026 ACSM Health & Fitness Summit

What you will learn

  • Describe the physiological and performance demands of tactical athletes and the evidence-based principles guiding their training
  • Apply assessment and programming strategies to safely and effectively train tactical athletes across different professions
  • Develop practical approaches for integrating tactical athlete training into fitness settings, including client onboarding, progression, and safety considerations

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