NASM Essentials of Sports Performance Training - Hardcover

National Academy Of Sports Medicine (NASM)

 
9781284057539: NASM Essentials of Sports Performance Training
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 1284057534 ISBN 13: 9781284057539
Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc, 2014

Synopsis

This text, based on the National Academy of Sports Medicine(TM) (NASM) proprietary Optimum Performance Training (OPT(TM)) model, teaches future sports performance coaches and other trainers how to strategically design strength and conditioning programs to train athletes safely and effectively. Readers will learn NASM's systematic approach to program design with sports performance programme guidelines and variables; protocols for building stabilisation, strength, and power programmes; innovative approaches to speed, agility and quickness drills, and more! This is the main study tool for NASM's Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES). Illustrations visually bring key concepts to life. Updated tables summarise additional information not included in the body of the text. Anatomical images clearly identify important structures of the nervous, musculoskeletal, and cardiorespiratory systems. Time Out and Key Term sidebars highlight important principles and concepts. End-of-chapter summaries provide quick hitting chapter highlights. Exercise photos show proper execution and progression.

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About the Author

For more than 20 years, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has set the standard in certification, continuing education, solutions and tools for health and fitness, sports performance and sports medicine professionals. NASM has pioneered evidence-based health and fitness solutions that optimise physical performance and allow individuals to achieve a variety of fitness activity goals. Today, NASM serves thousands worldwide and positively impacts the lives of millions of people the world over. As the world s foremost resource for health and fitness information, the organization continues to elevate its industry best practices by providing outstanding programs and quality certification courses for its members.

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Publisher
Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
Publication date
2014
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1284057534
ISBN 13 
9781284057539
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
648