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Part of the Winning Edge Series, this text provides a complete introduction and explanation of the skills and techniques needed to get into the gym and start a personal weight training program. Offering an introduction and an explanation of facilities, equipment, principles and proper nutrition, this book moves on to detail the dynamics of warming up, arm exercises, chest exercises, upper and lower body exercises, and special exercisese for various sports.

Introductory chapters provide an overview of weight training, elements of a successful program, how your body and nutrition relate to the sport, and proper warm-up exercises to get started (Chapter 1-7)
Professional photos and graphics illustrate proper form and technique.
Includes self-assessments at end of applicable chapters, perforated for easy removal (End of Chapters)
Each chapter starts with a bulleted list of objectives; ends with a closing summary that outlines and reinforces major points, and has bold key terms that are defined in the text.
Fitness Tip boxes outline safety minded concepts, applications, and procedures.
Workout Log and Strength Assessment Guide appendices help students track and assess their progress (Appendix A and Appendix B)
Closing chapters illustrate proper technique for exercises for specific areas of the body (Chapters 8-12)
Introductory chapters orients the beginner by offering an overview of weight training, elements of a successful program, how your body and nutrition relate to the sport, and proper warm-up exercises to get started and to begin working out and developing a personal weight training program.
Professional photos and graphics illustrate proper form and technique and serve as an excellent tool for self-evaluation and guide for improvement.
Self-assessments included at the end of applicable chapters are perforated for easy removal and assist students in determining areas for improvement, charting progress, and guiding practice.
A bulleted list of objectives and closing summary which outlines and reinforces major points covered and includes bolded key terms that are defined in the text for provides for easy access and review of essential information in every chapter.
Fitness Tip boxes outline safety minded concepts, drills, applications, and procedures and give the reader a quick review of important information and helps to enhance results.
Workout Log and Strength Assessment Guide appendies help students track and assess their progress and stay motivated to improve.
Closing chapters illustrate proper technique of exercises for specific areas of the body showing students how to concentrate on each particular part of the body and how to do the exercises properly.