9781492522089: Strength Training
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1492522082 ISBN 13: 9781492522089
Publisher: Human Kinetics Australia P/L, 2016

Synopsis

In an age when information is everywhere, the challenge is finding safe, effective, and evidence-based science. Cue the National Strength and Conditioning Association, the world's leading organization in strength and conditioning. The first release of "Strength Training" redefined exercise instruction with no-nonsense, straightforward science. Now the new second edition raises that bar even further.

Written by a team of experts chosen by the NSCA, "Strength Training" combines the most valuable information with best instruction for proven results:

- Assessing strength to personalize programs

- Incorporating new exercises and equipment for increased intensity

- Increasing muscle mass as well as strength, power, and muscular endurance

- Preventing injuries

- Improving performance

Serving more than 30,000 members from the sport science, athletic, allied health, and fitness industries, the NSCA is the authoritative source on strength training. Now the proven techniques developed by these renowned experts are available to you.

Whether you're launching a lifting program or fine-tuning a serious training regimen, "Strength Training" will fill any knowledge void and correct the misconceptions to ensure proper technique, safety, and progressions. Multiple program options for specific machines, free weights, body weight, and other types of apparatus provide the flexibility to tailor your training to personal preferences or needs. It's the authoritative guide from the world's authority on strength training.

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About the Author

The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is the world's leading organization in the field of sport conditioning. Drawing on the resources and expertise of the most recognized professionals in strength training and conditioning, sport science, performance research, education, and sports medicine, the NSCA is the world's trusted source of knowledge and training guidelines for coaches and athletes. The NSCA provides the crucial link between the lab and the field.

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Publisher
Human Kinetics Australia P/L
Publication date
2016
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1492522082
ISBN 13 
9781492522089
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
400
Editor
Nsca -National Strength & Conditioning Association