The podcasts in this feed will review select articles from our academic, peer-reviewed journal. We also offer monthly interviews with leaders in the TEMS and TCCC communities, providing valuable insight into the latest and greatest information in the world of tactical medicine.
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Strength and Conditioning Journal is the professional journal of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). The purpose "SCJ Podcasts" is to highlight current topics in the journal related to the field of strength and conditioning. The NSCA and SCJ are committed to the mission of integrating the practical experience of professionals in our field with evidence-based research to provide practitioners with the most accurate information available. The "SCJ Podcasts" will be a ver ...
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Time-Saving Versus Time-Efficient Training Terminology, Methods, and Prescription
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In this episode Ian Bonder discusses his article, “Time-Saving Versus Time-Efficient Training Terminology, Methods, and Prescription” published in issue 46-3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Our JSOM Podcast team of Alex Merkle and Josh Randles will be reviewing the following articles for our Spring podcast: Our JSOM Podcast team of Alex Merkle and Josh Randles will review the following articles for our Spring podcast: Development and Implementation of a Standard Operating Procedure for Military Working Dog Blood Collection, Storage, a…
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Our JSOM Podcast team of Alex Merkle and Josh Randles will be reviewing the following articles for our Winter podcast: Optimizing Brain Health of United States Special Operations Forces by Brian L. Edlow, Natalie Gilmore, Samatha L. Tromly, et al. (www.jsomonline.org/FeatureArticles/2023447Edlow) Bluetooth Tactical Headsets Improve the Speed of Acc…
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In this episode Dr. Tim Suchomel discusses the Sport Science special topic issue, published in issue 46-1 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Toward Professionalization of the Strength and Conditioning Field
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In this episode Baykal Altiner discusses his article “Toward Professionalization of the Strength and Conditioning Field”, published in issue 45-6 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Our JSOM Podcast team of Alex Merkle and Josh Randles will be reviewing the following articles for our Fall podcast: Slow Intravenous Infusion of a Novel Damage Control Cocktail Decreases Blood Loss in a Pig Polytrauma Model by Nathan J. White, MD, MS, et al. (www.jsomonline.org/FeatureArticles/2023350White.pdf) Pain Control and Point-of-Care Ultra…
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SO1 Brentyn Jones, Navy SEAL/SOCM, currently, working in the Tactical Medical Training Department, will be review Prevalence of Trauma-Induced Hypocalcemia in the Prehospital Setting. Patrick Thompson is affiliated with the Trauma, Hemostasis & Oxygenation Research Network, Bergen, Norway. He will be review Risk of Harm in Needle Decompression for …
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Using Autoregulation to Safely Return to Weightlifting During Cancer Treatments
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In this episode Dr. Francis Kozub discusses his article “Using Autoregulation to Safely Return to Weightlifting During Cancer Treatments”, published in issue 45-4 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Kozub discusses the concept of autoregulation and how it can be applied to patients being treated for cancer.…
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Physical Demands of Air Force Special Operations Command Flight Crews: A Needs Analysis and Proposed Testing Protocol
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In this episode Jeffrey Paschall discusses his article “Physical Demands of Air Force Special Operations Command Flight Crews: A Needs Analysis and Proposed Testing Protocol”, published in issue 45-3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Our guest medic editor this quarter, SSG Blake Wright, enlisted in 2013 and has since served in various roles across the 173d, 82d Airborne, and USASOC. He currently serves as a Special Operations Flight Medic and has future aspirations of applying to the Inter-Service Physician Assistant Program. He will review The Effect of Prehospital Blood Tran…
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Muscle Hypertrophy Response to Range of Motion
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In this episode Dr. Charlie Ottinger discusses his article “Muscle Hypertrophy Response to Range of Motion in Strength Training: A Novel Approach to Understanding the Findings”, published in issue 45-2 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Our guest medic editor this quarter is Devin DeFeo, a former SOF medic. 2LT DeFeo enlisted in the Army in 2004 and served as an 18D with 1SFG(A) and USASOC. As a medic, he authored the concept for MARCHE2 for TCCC in the chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) environment published in JSOM, which later formed the framework for the Jo…
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In this episode Dr. Morey Kolber discusses the Special Populations Special Topic Issue, published in issue 44-6 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Kolber discusses the articles that appear in this special issue and why it is important for strength and conditioning professionals to be familiar with these populations and how training may be af…
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This podcast is focused on research and contributions made by women in service to the military. We start with a review of "Women in US Military History" by Gretchen Garceau-Kragh. Guest medic HM1(FMF/EXW) Eric Dodson reviews "Active Warfighter Resilience: A Descriptive Analysis" by Nikki Barczak-Scarborov, et. al. Finally, we give an objective revi…
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Physical Determinants of Golf Swing Performance: Considerations for Youth Golfers
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In this episode James Shaw discusses his article “Physical Determinants of Golf Swing Performance: Considerations for Youth Golfers”, published in issue 44-4 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. James discusses the importance of strength training for improving performance in youth golfers and the importance of assessing golfers through biological …
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The Summer podcast features articles written primarily by medics and non-physicians. This entire journal is focused on the Critical Care aspect of SOF Medicine, so we wanted to invite the tip of the spear medics to talk about their research in this podcast. The first article is, "Analgesia and Sedation in the Prehospital Setting: A Critical Care Vi…
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Implementing an injury prevention and performance enhancement program during a softball season for young female athletes
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In this episode Dr. Toby Brooks discusses his article “Implementing an injury prevention and performance enhancement program during a softball season for young female athletes”, published in issue 44-3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Brooks discusses how they were able to implement this program during the softball season and the importanc…
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Strength and Conditioning for the Roller Derby Athlete
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In this episode Alyssa Parten discusses her article “Strength Training for the Roller Derby Athlete”, published in issue 44-2 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. The demands of roller derby, the role of strength and conditioning in the sport, and the potential for injury reduction are discussed.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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In this episode of the JSOM Podcast, Alex and Josh start by reviewing, "Use of Walking Blood Bank at Point of Injury During Combat Operations: A Case Report" by Gaddy, et. al. Associate Editor Rico Pesce and guest reviewer Pete Moreno review "Comprehensive Ultrasound Course for Special Operations Combat and Tactical Medics" by Fatima, et. al. Lastl…
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The Spring podcast is a little late, but well worth the wait! In this podcast, our experts Josh and Alex review articles from Dr. Alexander Iteen and Dr. Hossam Abdou. Guest Medic PJ Pelaez reviews the article from PA Brett TerBeek. Josh and Alex are joined by Dr. Jonathan Morrison, coauthor of the Swine Polytrauma article. Their discussion delves …
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Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes: Theory to Practice
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In this episode Dr. Kate Baldwin discusses her article “Strength Training for Long-Distance Triathletes: Theory to Practice”, published in issue 44-1 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Considerations for the Pregnant Endurance Athlete
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In this episode Dr. Ryanne Carmichael discusses her article “Considerations for the Pregnant Endurance Athlete”, published in issue 43-6 of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Carmichael explains the guidelines for pregnant endurance athletes and the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy.…
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In this episode of the JSOM Podcast, Alex and Josh start by reviewing, "Timeline of Psychological and Physiological Effects Occurring During Military Deployment on a Medical Team" by Hall, et. al. Guest reviewer Rico Pesce and SSG Meredith Cole review "Blood Product Administration During Transport Throughout the US Africa Command Theater of Operati…
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Manny Romero discusses the article “Utility of Back-Off Sets: An Overview” which appears in issue 43-5 of Strength and Conditioning Journal, overviews the research available on back-off sets, and outlines how back-off sets can be used by strength and conditioning practitioners.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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A New Model for Optimizing Firefighter Human Performance
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Manny Romero discusses the article “A New Model for Optimizing Firefighter Human Performance” which appears in issue 43-4 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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In this episode of the JSOM Podcast, Alex and Josh review 3 articles from the Summer journal. They review articles on Infectious Myositis in the Austere Setting by Simon Sarkisian, Autopy-Determined Atherosclerosis in SOF Forces by Russ Kotwal, and 23.4% Hypertonic Saline by Eric DeSousy for the Summer journal. Don't forget to follow us on our Soci…
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Dr. Robert Lockie discusses his article, “Importance of Ability-Based Training for Law Enforcement Recruits” which appears in issue 43-3.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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We are honored to sit with Dr. Russ Kotwal, President of the Special Operations Medical Association. In this interview, Dr. Kotwal talks about the Association and the upcoming SOMSA symposium, to be held in Charlotte, North Carolina from June 28 - July 2, 2021. This year's scientific assembly will be held in-person, following current CDC and state …
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In this episode of the JSOM Podcast, Alex and Josh begin the podcast with an interesting open discussion about recent cases of patients travelling to Mexico to receive plastic surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic. Josh and Alex provide their analysis on the articles outlining the Secondary Traumatic Stress in Emergency Services Systems (STRESS) Pro…
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We close out the 20th anniversary interview series with another of the pillars of our SOF medical community - Doc Rush from pararescue. He helps us learn more about the tremendous advances in special operations en route care over the last 20 years. We also get to hear about his background and how he serendipitously become involved with pararescue i…
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Enriching Selves in Strength and Conditioning Society: A Multilevel Proposal to Enhance Strength and Conditioning Psychosocial Practice as Part of the Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning ...
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Dr. Brian Gearity previews the article “Enriching Selves in Strength and Conditioning Society: A Multilevel Proposal to Enhance Strength and Conditioning Psychosocial Practice as Part of the Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education” which appears in the April 2021 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.…
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Interview with Deputy Steve Doucette, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
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We take a swing into civilian practice with the world-renowned rotor wing tactical detail from Los Angeles. Steve helps us better understand the original transfer of tactical skills from military to law enforcement setting after the Korean war. We then find out about the absorption of tactical medicine into special weapons and tactics (SWAT) teams …
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Dr. Morey Kolber and Dr. Brian Gearity discuss recommendations for submitting articles to SCJ as an author and the peer review process. They also discuss the process for becoming a peer reviewer for SCJ.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Interlimb Asymmetries: Are Thresholds a Usable Concept
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Dr. Chris Bishop discusses his article, “Interlimb Asymmetries: Are Thresholds a Usable Concept” which appears in the February 2021 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal and how coaches should use interlimb asymmetries to monitor athletes.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Interview with Dr. Ted Redman, 160th SOAR Regimental Surgeon
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The Journal had the great pleasure to sit down and chat with one of the great leaders in SOF medicine, recently retired Dr Redman. He uses his extensive experience developing and improving prehospital REBOA care delivery to give us a wide-ranging education on the topic. We review the original of REBOA in the Korean Conflict and its subsequent trans…
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In this episode of the JSOM Podcast, Alex and Josh discuss the articles "Life and Limb In-Flight Surgical Intervention: Fifteen Years of Experience by Joint Medical Augmentation Unit Surgical Resuscitation Teams" and "Austere Surgical Team Management of an Unusual Tropical Disease: A Case Study in East Africa". Guest reviewer medic SGT Greg Spencer…
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Interview with Dr. Frank Butler, CAPT, USN (Ret) - Part 2
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We end the year with a discussion from none other than THE Dr Frank Butler. He helps us review the state of combat care 20 years ago when the JSOM and TCCC both started. We learn about how he came to have an interest in improving the quality and delivery of combat care and the many different evolving roles he has had in combat casualty care. He als…
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Interview with Dr. Frank Butler, CAPT, USN (Ret) - Part 1
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We end the year with a discussion from none other than THE Dr Frank Butler. He helps us review the state of combat care 20 years ago when the JSOM and TCCC both started. We learn about how he came to have an interest in improving the quality and delivery of combat care and the many different evolving roles he has had in combat casualty care. He als…
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Long-Term Athletic Development Special Topic Issue
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Dr. Rhodri Lloyd previews the Long-Term Athletic Development Special Topic issue which appears in the December 2020 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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Interview with CAPT (Dr) Ryan C. Maves - Bonus Material
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Dr Maves had so much information packed into his interview that we couldn't keep it all within the hardball. It's like a double chocolate cake with chocolate chips; too much goodness! We've broken the interview into two pieces, the main interview and Dr Maves' excellent review of the current JTS wound care CPG. Please join us for both and let us kn…
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In one of our most scientifically robust discussions, we go down the rabbit hole with Dr Maves and learn about some of the advances in antibiotic selection and use in the PFC environment. He helps us learn about the many changes in antimicrobial therapy that the military has seen in the past 20 years; and how much is still the same from the past 50…
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Strategic SOF pivots to AFRICOM and INDOPACOM have brought a number of surprises, such as treating snakebites. We caught up with one of the current snakebite SMEs to learn what got him interested in the field and how the arena of snakebite care has developed over the past couple of decades. In yet another rousting bit of education, he breaks down t…
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In this episode of the JSOM Podcast, Alex and Josh discuss the articles "Ketamine Administration by Special Operatinos Medical Personnel During Training Mishaps". Guest Rico Pesce breaks down the article, "Far Forward Gaps in Hemorrhagic Shock and Prolonged Field Care: An Update of ALM Fluid Therapy for Field Use". Alex and Josh also discuss, "Mana…
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Bodybuilding and Physique Special Topic Issue
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Dr. Brad Schoenfeld and Dr. John McCarthy preview the Bodybuilding and Physique Special Topic issue which appears in the October 2020 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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We settle down to chat with one of the reigning champions of Prolonged Field Care (PFC), Dr Jamie Riesberg. He helps educate us about where the modern impetus for creating PFC treatments came from and what it looks like now. We review the thought process and resources available to the SOF medic practicing in the austere environment. Hope you enjoy …
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Dr. Nicole Dabbs previews the Female Athlete Special Topic issue which appears in the August 2020 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Dabbs served as the co-guest editor for this issue.By Ben Reuter, SCJ Podcast Editor
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The 20th Anniversary interview series continues with LTC Rich Lesperance. LTC Lesperance is a surgeon at Brook Army Medical Center. Rich came up through the enlisted ranks as a Special Forces Medic. He earned his commission through medical school and continues to serve the SpecOps community as a trauma surgeon. In this interview, LTC Lesperance dis…
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In this episode of the JSOM Podcast, Alex and Josh discuss the article, "Step Duration Effects on Blood Loss in Simulated Designs of Tourniquet Use Procedure". Guest Will Price breaks down the article, "Clothing Effects on Limb Tourniquet Application", and authors Matt Douma and Peter Brindley discuss their article, "Temporizing Life-Threatening Ab…
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We continue our 20th Anniversary interview series with world-renowed tourniquet expert Dr. John Kragh. In this interview, Dr. Kragh takes us through his history in becoming a tourniquet expert as well as detailing the evolution of toruniquet use in combat situations as a battalion surgeon in Southwest Asia. Tourniquet use has evolved considerably e…
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Please join us as we catch up with CMSgt Rubio, currently the commandant of the 351st Special Warfare Training Squadron of the PJ schoolhouse at Kirtland AFB. We had the privilege of hearing about his wide-ranging career as a SOF medic before diving into a discussion about the PJ training pipeline. It's a great opportunity to hear from the best abo…
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