Dr. Brian Gearity discusses the upcoming Sociology of Strength and Conditioning Special Topic Issue which appears in the December 2018 issue of Strength and Conditioning Journal. Dr. Gearity explains what sport sociology is, and why an understanding of sociology is important for strength and conditioning professionals.

Dr. Jay Dawes discusses the Exercise Technique Column and provides suggestions for authors considering submitting to this column.

Chris Bishop discusses the sport of hurling and the role the strength and conditioning can play in improving performance for the sport of hurling.

Andy Galpin discusses the Point/Counterpoint column and gives advice for potential authors looking to submit for this column.

Dr. Ian Jeffreys discusses the soccer special issue published in issue 40/3 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Dr. James Bagley discusses his article "Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation: Considerations for Cognitive Performance in Athletes" published in issue 40/2 of Strength and Conditioning Journal.

Peter Ronai discusses the Special Populations column and gives advice for potential authors looking to submit for this column.

Dr. Jay Dawes discusses the Speed and Agility Special Topic Issue, the importance of speed and agility and some of the articles that are included in the issue.