Coach John Hofman, MS., CSCS*D, TSAC-F*D, is the director of tactical strength and a conditioning specialist for Southern California University Health Systems. Previously, he spent 10 years as the strength and conditioning coach for the Sacramento (CA) Fire Department, where he oversaw the Wellness Centre, coordinated the department’s medical and fitness assessments, developed recruit fitness training, conducted pre-employment medical and fitness evaluations, and assisted with the department’s 20 certified Peer Fitness Trainers. He was the 2018 recipient of the National Strength and Conditioning Association TSAC Practitioner of the Year Award, given to a TSAC educator and practitioner who has made noteworthy contributions in the areas of teaching and practical application of tactical strength training and conditioning.