Weightlifting Books

Book SynopsisWhile speed is often viewed as the defining characteristic of elite athletic performance, there remains plenty of misinformation and confusion about what speed truly is and how it can be developed. Speed is far more than seconds on a stopwatch—it is the result of multiple anatomical systems working together in highly coordinated unison, from the cross-body co-contractions of deep myofascial tissues to the pulsing contract-and-release cycle of the nervous system.The Anatomy of Speed is a resource like no other. Bill Parisi, the internationally recognized expert and founder of Parisi Speed School, delves deep into the physiological mechanisms of speed through in-depth interviews with top experts and researchers in the field. The text provides scientifically proven exercises and drills for developing speed that will help performance coaches and athletes more effectively maximize development of this precious attribute. Using detailed photo sequences, enhanced with Trade Review“What is the largest difference between great players in high school, college, and the pro level? I would argue that it is speed. When muscles contract, they create force and stiffness. Thus, speed only comes with optimal sequencing of rapid muscle pulsing into activation for force development and rapid relaxation for muscle length changes. Bill Parisi has coached speed in many sports and at all levels of athletic development. His success speaks for itself. In The Anatomy of Speed he has integrated science and his coaching skills into a consumable text with an approach that will work for anyone wanting more speed.”—Stuart McGill, Professor Emeritus and Author of Back Mechanic and Low Back Disorders“The Anatomy of Speed contains proven speed training concepts that I have successfully used throughout my 40-year career as a Division I college and NFL strength and conditioning coach. Bill Parisi combines the evidence-based principles behind them, with the latest science on speed training, and serves it up in an engaging, practical way that coaches and athletes of all types can easily understand and use. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to improve speed, agility, and quickness.”—Mike Woicik, Six-Time Super Bowl Champion and Former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Dallas Cowboys and New England Patriots"Everyone knows that speed is essential to high-level athletic performance, but few coaches can actually break it down to its constituent parts and outline how to optimize each of them. Bill Parisi is one of those coaches. In this comprehensive resource, he combines his extensive experience with invaluable input from other industry leaders to present a comprehensive who, what, when, where, and how of elite speed development. It's a must-read for coaches and athletes alike."—Eric Cressey, Director of Player Health and Performance for the New York Yankees and Owner of Cressey Sports Performance“The information in this book has been a staple in my training program throughout my high school career and beyond. The Parisi Speed School coaches I worked with understand the physical demands of the highest caliber athletes and know how to implement the proper training programs to allow athletes to maximize their abilities.”—Tobin Heath, USA Women’s Soccer Gold Medalist“Seemingly anyone with a growth mindset looking to take his or her performance to the next level knows it comes down to consistency, resiliency, and SPEED. The Anatomy of Speed provides a proven framework of periodized training that leads to elite results. If you are looking for an edge, read this book.”—Mark Glicini, Four-Year Varsity Starter for Yale Lacrosse, Three-Time Ivy League Champion, NCAA All-American, Professional Lacrosse Player for Chaos Lacrosse Club in the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), and Member of the San Diego Seals in the National Lacrosse League (NLL)“Speed has always been a highly prized commodity for any athlete. Yet for years speed training seemed to take a secondary role to strength training in athletic performance programs. Speed training is finally assuming its rightful role as a key part of performance programs, and no one has done more to drive this change than Bill Parisi—a name closely linked to the concept of speed. Bill's systems and methodologies have made innumerable athletes faster—not just on the track but also, crucially, on the fields and courts of multiple sports. In this book he lays out the secrets of improving speed that he has gleaned from years of practice.”—Ian Jeffreys, PhD, FNSCA, ASCC, CSCS*D, NSCA-CPT*D, Proprietor and Performance Director of All-Pro Performance“The Anatomy of Speed is one of the most comprehensive resources for speed development out there. Coach Parisi’s ability to break down the science of speed, as well as the tactical and technical aspects of speed development, is second to none. I have been fortunate to know Coach Parisi for many years and have always admired his ability to take complex topics and make them easy to understand. The Anatomy of Speed is a must-have resource for anyone who is serious about becoming faster or teaching athletes to become faster.”—Todd Wright, Assistant Coach and Vice President of Player Performance for the Los Angeles Clippers“Anyone who has ever said that you can’t develop speed has never met Coach Bill Parisi. In The Anatomy of Speed you’ll find a blueprint that reveals your path to fastness.”—Nick Winkelman, PhD, Head of Athletic Performance and Science for the Irish Rugby Football Union and Author of The Language of Coaching"As a pioneer of sports performance and speed, Bill Parisi is always building his knowledge to share with others as an authentic coach, charismatic speaker, and educated author. Now he goes into the why's behind speed, specifically the role of anatomy and the fascial system in enabling optimal and efficient movement. I continue to learn from Bill, as both an experienced coach and a passionate writer, and his wisdom regarding how to build the ultimate expression of human movement: speed."—Phil Wagner, MD, CEO of Sparta ScienceTable of ContentsChapter 1. The Many Forms of SpeedChapter 2. Systems of SpeedChapter 3. Pre–Warm-Up for Injury PreventionChapter 4. Session-Based Active Dynamic Warm-UpChapter 5. Speed-Specific StrengthChapter 6. AccelerationChapter 7. Maximum VelocityChapter 8. DecelerationChapter 9. Multidirectional SpeedChapter 10. AgilityChapter 11. System-Specific RecoveryChapter 12. Programming Menus

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Book SynopsisRaging Love is about athlete Jimmie D. King's rise to fame as an angry, chronically injured powerlifting champion to a happy, healthy cyclist and bodybuilder. The reader will witness a man who learns to be at ease with himself through mentoring and coaching others to become a better version of themselves. It gives us a glimpse at the life and athletic career of Powerlifting National Champion Jimmie D. King. With stunning candor, King shares his intimate and deeply personal perspective-including his challenges and struggles with bullies, physical limitations, childhood abuse, disappointments, oppression, and racism-and how he evolved and adapted over seven decades all while learning to serve and develop the talents of others. Far more than a sports memoir, Raging Love is a gripping tale of perseverance and purpose and a reminder that finding one's path is, above all, an evolution from psychological discipline and mental toughness to forgiveness, spiritual peace, self-knowledge, and self-love. This is a must-read that will inspire sports fans of all ages. The reader will cheer for King as he wrestles his rage, learns to forgive, and turns his focus to love and service of others.Trade Review"Jimmie and Lori are two of the highest frequency people I have met. You know them before they even speak with smiles that can light up a room, and a positivity that is tangible! Their biggest gifts are being able to translate their pain, growth and healing into a passion to help others." - LAURA MULVIHILL, LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR; "I could not put this book down. I read Raging Love in one day. Captivating, raw, insightful and a true glimpse of grit." JENNIFER OSTROWSKI; "I've known Lori since high school and have never had the opportunity to meet her husband, Jimmie; at least until reading this book. My favorite quote from Raging Love: 'People aren't defined by the storm they face; they're defined by how they react to the storm.' We all face storms in life; some of those preparing us for our futures, as many of them did for Jimmie in a variety of ways. Great book for anyone-not just the sports enthusiast-looking for purpose and trying to find their way in a crazy world." RUTH O'NEILL, AUTHOR of the What a Difference a Year Makes series.

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Book SynopsisIncludes 74 effective swimming exercises, each with step-by-step descriptions and full-colour anatomical illustrations highlighting the primary muscles in action. This book helps swimmer learn how exercises can be modified to target specific areas, improve form in the water and minimise common swimming injuries.Trade Review"With full-color exercises and drills, Swimming Anatomy takes an inside look at the muscles you need to strengthen in order to swim your best. This is a must-have guide for every swimmer." Jason Lezak 2008 Olympic Bronze Medalist in 100-meter freestyle 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist (World Record) in 4 X 100 freestyle relay 2008 Olympic Gold Medalist (World Record) in 4 X 100 medley relay "Ian McLeod, one of the most intelligent minds in swimming, demonstrates how to care for swimmers both in and out of the water, making Swimming Anatomy an essential resource for anyone involved in competitive swimming." Keenan Robinson Athletic Trainer for University of Michigan Swimming and Diving "Buy Swimming Anatomy and treat it as the authoritative liftoff into the world of aquatic strength and conditioning." Swimming World magazine Table of ContentsExercise Finder Foreword Chapter 1. The Swimmer in MotionChapter 2. Arms Chapter 3. ShouldersChapter 4. ChestChapter 5. AbdomenChapter 6. BackChapter 7. LegsChapter 8. Whole-Body TrainingAbout the Author

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Book Synopsis Developed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), this comprehensive text offers extensive information on performance-related assessment and testing for strength and conditioning professionals in measuring key fitness components. Trade Review“This book takes an aggressive, holistic approach to the longstanding profession of strength and conditioning. The authors make a first-rate effort to move the profession of strength and conditioning forward into a new realm of expertise as professionals in the business of getting athletes to perform beyond their own expectations.”-- Doody’s Book ReviewTable of ContentsChapter 1: Tests, Data Analysis, and Conclusions Matt Rhea, PhD, and Mark Peterson, PhD Screening Tests Data Evaluation and Statistical Analysis Normalizing of Fitness Data Tracking Data Over Time Summary Chapter 2: Body Composition Nick Ratamess, PhD Sport Performance and Body Composition Body Composition Measurement Measuring Height, Body Weight, and Body Mass Index Body Fat Standards Comparison of Body Composition Techniques Summary Chapter 3: Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Dan Drury, DPE Heart Rate Control Exercise Intensity and Heart Rate Sport Performance and Heart Rate Heart Rate Measurement Blood Pressure Summary Chapter 4: Metabolic Rate Wayne Miller, PhD, EMT Components of Energy Expenditure Sport Performance and Metabolic Rate Measurement of Energy Expenditure Prediction of Energy Expenditure Estimation of 24-hour and Physical Activity Energy Expenditure Relevance and Applications for Metabolic Testing Summary Chapter 5: Aerobic Power Jonathan Anning, PhD Regression Equation Variables Maximal Exercise Testing Methods Submaximal Exercise Testing Methods Regression Equation Calculations Summary Chapter 6: Lactate Threshold Dave Morris, PhD Energy Pathways and Lactate Metabolism Sport Performance and Lactate Threshold Performing a Lactate Threshold Test Maximal Lactate Steady State Using Lactate Threshold Data Summary Chapter 7: Muscular Strength Gavin Moir, PhD Definition of Muscular Strength Factors Affecting Muscular Force Production Sports Performance and Muscular Strength Methods of Measurement Field Tests for Muscular Strength Predicting 1RM Values from Multiple Repetitions Laboratory Tests for Maximal Muscular Strength Isokinetic Strength Testing Summary Chapter 8: Muscular Endurance Gavin Moir, PhD Definition of Muscular Endurance Field Tests for Muscular Endurance Laboratory Tests for Muscular Endurance Summary Chapter 9: Power Mark D. Peterson, PhD Operationalizing Power Mechanisms of Power Production and Expression Types and Factors of Power Sport Performance and Power Tests for Power Lower Body Tests Upper Body Tests Warm-Up and Postactivation Potentiation (PAP): A Special Consideration for Testing Power Summary Chapter 10: Speed and Agility N. Travis Triplett, PhD Speed Agility Sport Performance and Speed and Agility Test Selection Methods of Measurement Summary Chapter 11: Mobility Sean P. Flanagan, PhD Fundamental Concepts of Mobility Sport Performance and Mobility Mobility Testing Range of Motion Tests Interpretation of Results Comparing Mobility Measurement Methods Summary Chapter 12: Balance and Stability Sean P. Flanagan, PhD Body Mechanics Control Theory Balance and Stability Tests Sport Performance and Balance and Stability Measuring Balance and Stability Interpreting the Results

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Book SynopsisGet the help you need to achieve a stronger lower body. Lower Body Training is a comprehensive guide containing the most up-to-date, scientifically proven strategies for increasing lower body size, strength, and power. Jason Brown, a program design expert who has worked with CrossFit affiliates and strength and conditioning facilities around the world, shares his innovative programs for a variety of different training goals, ranging from increased lower body size and strength to improved athletic performance.Lower Body Training offers dozens of options for developing all the muscles of the lower body. The exercises are organized by the movement patterns they target—quad dominant, hip dominant, isolation, and plyometric—and feature variations based on the equipment you have available without sacrificing results. You will also find recommendations for selecting a balance of exercises to maximize effectiveness and reduce lower back pain and other potential overuse or acute injuries.Best of all, Lower Body Training includes programs using maximal, submaximal, and dynamic training methods. The programs—categorized by beginner, intermediate, or advanced—target specific goals such as hypertrophy, strength, or athletic performance. Plus, there are variations for making staple exercises even more effective.Whether your goal is increased lower body size and strength or improved athletic performance, Lower Body Training has the tools to help you get there.Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.Trade Review“Lower Body Training isn’t just another cookie-cutter workout plan! Jason Brown has left no stone unturned in providing you with all the tools needed for an effective and results-oriented approach to training.”—Gareth Sapstead, The “Fitness Maverick” and Author of Ultimate Abs“Jason Brown is one of the consummate professionals in the fitness and strength industry. Lower Body Training provides practical, accurate, and scientifically sound guidance to maximize lower body training results.”—Joel Seedman, Neuromuscular Physiologist, Performance Specialist, and Founder and CEO of Advanced Human Performance“In Lower Body Training, Jason Brown has created a comprehensive resource that will guide you through all the necessary aspects of lower body development. You will learn how to program your training to build the size, strength, and explosive power of your legs as efficiently as possible.”—Dr. Chad Waterbury, Instructor of Clinical Physical Therapy at the University of Southern California and Author of Elite Physique“Jason is one of the rare coaches whose programs are fundamentally sound and offer a lot of adaptations that keep the training innovative. I highly recommend Lower Body Training if you wish to take your training to the next level.”—Christian Thibaudeau, Strength Coach and International SpeakerTable of ContentsPart I. The Scientific Approach to Lower Body TrainingChapter 1. Meet the MusclesChapter 2. Create Better Balance Through MovementChapter 3. Go Beyond the BasicsChapter 4. Set Realistic Training GoalsPart II. The ExercisesChapter 5. Quad-Dominant ExercisesChapter 6. Hip-Dominant ExercisesChapter 7. Isolation ExercisesChapter 8. Plyometric ExercisesPart III. The ProgramsChapter 9. Hypertrophy ProgramsChapter 10. Strength ProgramsChapter 11. Athletic Performance ProgramsChapter 12. At-Home Training Programs

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Book SynopsisSince its development over a decade ago, Suspension Training® has remained a popular choice for developing strength, stability, core power, flexibility, and balance because it delivers results. Used by the best of the best, from personal trainers to the elite athletes they work with, Suspension Training® is a respected and essential component of conditioning programs worldwide.Approved and endorsed by TRX®, the global leader in functional training products, programming, and education, the Complete Guide to TRX®Suspension Training®, Second Edition, is the authoritative resource on safe, effective, and optimal use of Suspension Training® and programming. Written by renowned strength and conditioning expert Dr. Jay Dawes, the book offers 100 exercises, 40 variations, and 24 ready-to-use programs designed to take your workouts to unprecedented levels. The second edition is packed with full-color photos, demonstrating how to perform each exercise, as well as 14 assessments to help determine fitness level and gauge training progress.Complete Guide to TRX®Suspension Training® also shows you how to incorporate Suspension Training® into circuit training and injury prevention programs as well as programs for improving strength and power, speed and agility, balance and stability, and flexibility.If you are tired of repetitive workout routines, sick of waiting for equipment at a crowded gym, or simply looking to enhance your current regimen, look no further than Complete Guide to TRX®Suspension Training®.Note: Fitness Anywhere LLC has granted Human Kinetics Inc. permission to use TRX® trademarks in accordance with TRX Trademark Usage Guidelines for the purposes of publishing Complete Guide to TRX®Suspension Training®.Table of ContentsPart I. Science of Suspension TrainingChapter 1. Foundations of Suspension TrainingChapter 2. Benefits of Suspension TrainingChapter 3. Setup, Safety, and SuccessChapter 4. Physical Testing and AssessmentPart II. Suspension Training ExercisesChapter 5. Upper-Body ExercisesChapter 6. Lower-Body ExercisesChapter 7. Core ExercisesPart III. Suspension Training ProgramsChapter 8. Foundations of Program DesignChapter 9. Circuit TrainingChapter 10. PrehabilitationChapter 11. Strength and PowerChapter 12. Speed and AgilityChapter 13. Balance, Stability, and Flexibility

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Book SynopsisDeveloped by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and now in its fourth edition, Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning is the essential text for strength and conditioning professionals and students. This comprehensive resource, created by 30 expert contributors in the field, explains the key theories, concepts, and scientific principles of strength training and conditioning as well as their direct application to athletic competition and performance. The scope and content of Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fourth Edition With HKPropel Access, have been updated to convey the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of a strength and conditioning professional and to address the latest information found on the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam. The evidence-based approach and unbeatable accuracy of the text make it the primary resource to rely on for CSCS exam preparation. The text is organized to lead readers from theory to program design and practical strategies for administration and management of strength and conditioning facilities. The fourth edition contains the most current research and applications and several new features: Online videos featuring 21 resistance training exercises demonstrate proper exercise form for classroom and practical use. Updated research—specifically in the areas of high-intensity interval training, overtraining, agility and change of direction, nutrition for health and performance, and periodization—helps readers better understand these popular trends in the industry. A new chapter with instructions and photos presents techniques for exercises using alternative modes and nontraditional implements. Ten additional tests, including those for maximum strength, power, and aerobic capacity, along with new flexibility exercises, resistance training exercises, plyometric exercises, and speed and agility drills help professionals design programs that reflect current guidelines. Key points, chapter objectives, and learning aids including key terms and self-study questions provide a structure to help students and professionals conceptualize the information and reinforce fundamental facts. Application sidebars provide practical application of scientific concepts that can be used by strength and conditioning specialists in real-world settings, making the information immediately relatable and usable. Online learning tools delivered through HKPropel provide students with 11 downloadable lab activities for practice and retention of information. Further, both students and professionals will benefit from the online videos of 21 foundational exercises that provide visual instruction and reinforce proper technique.Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning, Fourth Edition, provides the most comprehensive information on organization and administration of facilities, testing and evaluation, exercise techniques, training adaptations, program design, and structure and function of body systems. Its scope, precision, and dependability make it the essential preparation text for the CSCS exam as well as a definitive reference for strength and conditioning professionals to consult in their everyday practice. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print books.Trade Review“This is the most comprehensive reference available for exercise professionals in the area of strength and conditioning. The depth of information is unmatched, and the level of current research dissemination is excellent.”©Doody’s Review Service, 2016, Kimberly Friedman, MS, The Ohio State UniversityTable of ContentsChapter 1. Structure and Function of Body SystemsN. Travis Triplett, PhD Musculoskeletal System Neuromuscular System Cardiovascular System Respiratory System Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 2. Biomechanics of Resistance ExerciseJeffrey M. McBride, PhD Skeletal Musculature Anatomical Planes and Major Body Movements Human Strength and Power Sources of Resistance to Muscle Contraction Joint Biomechanics: Concerns in Resistance Training Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 3. Bioenergetics of Exercise and TrainingTrent J. Herda, PhD, and Joel T. Cramer, PhD Essential Terminology Biological Energy Systems Substrate Depletion and Repletion Bioenergetic Limiting Factors in Exercise Performance Oxygen Uptake and the Aerobic and Anaerobic Contributions to Exercise Metabolic Specificity of Training Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 4. Endocrine Responses to Resistance ExerciseWilliam J. Kraemer, PhD, Jakob L. Vingren, PhD, and Barry A. Spiering, PhD Synthesis, Storage, and Secretion of Hormones Muscle as the Target for Hormone Interactions Role of Receptors in Mediating Hormonal Changes Categories of Hormones Heavy Resistance Exercise and Hormonal Increases Mechanisms of Hormonal Interactions Hormonal Changes in Peripheral Blood Adaptations in the Endocrine System Primary Anabolic Hormones Adrenal Hormones Other Hormonal Considerations Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 5. Adaptations to Anaerobic Training ProgramsDuncan French, PhD Neural Adaptations Muscular Adaptations Connective Tissue Adaptations Endocrine Responses and Adaptations to Anaerobic Training Cardiovascular and Respiratory Responses to Anaerobic Exercise Compatibility of Aerobic and Anaerobic Modes of Training Overtraining Detraining Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 6. Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance Training ProgramsAnn Swank, PhD, and Carwyn Sharp, PhD Acute Responses to Aerobic Exercise Chronic Adaptations to Aerobic Exercise Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance Training External and Individual Factors Influencing Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance Training Overtraining: Definition, Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Potential Markers Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 7. Age- and Sex-Related Differences and Their Implications for Resistance ExerciseRhodri S. Lloyd, PhD, and Avery D. Faigenbaum, EdD Children Female Athletes Older Adults Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 8. Psychology of Athletic Preparation and PerformanceTraci A. Statler, PhD, and Andrea M. DuBois, MS Role of Sport Psychology Ideal Performance State Energy Management: Arousal, Anxiety and Stress Influence of Arousal and Anxiety on Performance Motivation Attention and Focus Psychological Techniques for Improved Performance Enhancing Motor Skill Acquisition and Learning Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 9. Basic Nutrition Factors in HealthMarie Spano, MS, RD Role of Sport Nutrition Professionals Standard Nutrition Guidelines Macronutrients Vitamins Minerals Fluid and Electrolytes Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 10. Nutrition Strategies for Maximizing PerformanceMarie Spano, MS, RD Precompetition, During-Event, and Postcompetition Nutrition Nutrition Strategies for Altering Body Composition Feeding and Eating Disorders Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 11. Performance-Enhancing Substances and MethodsBill Campbell, PhD Types of Performance-Enhancing Substances Hormones Dietary Supplements Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 12. Principles of Test Selection and AdministrationMichael McGuigan, PhD Reasons for Testing Testing Terminology Evaluation of Test Quality Test Selection Test Administration Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 13. Administration, Scoring, and Interpretation of Selected TestsMichael McGuigan, PhD Measuring Parameters of Athletic Performance Selected Test Protocols and Scoring Data Statistical Evaluation of Test Data Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 14. Warm-Up and Flexibility TrainingIan Jeffreys, PhD Warm-Up Flexibility Types of Stretching Conclusion Static Stretching Techniques Dynamic Stretching Techniques Learning AidsChapter 15. Exercise Technique for Free-Weight and Machine TrainingScott Caulfield, BS Fundamentals of Exercise Technique Spotting Free-Weight Exercises Conclusion Resistance Training Exercises Learning AidsChapter 16. Exercise Technique for Alternative Modes and Nontraditional Implement TrainingG. Gregory Haff, PhD, Doug Berninger, MEd, and Scott Caulfield, BS General Guidelines Body-Weight Training Methods Core Stability and Balance Training Methods Variable-Resistance Training Methods Nontraditional Implement Training Methods Unilateral Training Conclusion Alternative Modes and Nontraditional Exercises Learning AidsChapter 17. Program Design for Resistance TrainingJeremy M. Sheppard, PhD, and N. Travis Triplett, PhD Principles of Anaerobic Exercise Prescription Step 1: Needs Analysis Step 2: Exercise Selection Step 3: Training Frequency Step 4: Exercise Order Step 5: Training Load and Repetitions Step 6: Volume Step 7: Rest Periods Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 18. Program Design and Technique for Plyometric Training David H. Potach, PT, and Donald A. Chu, PhD, PT Plyometric Mechanics and Physiology Design of Plyometric Training Programs Age Considerations Plyometrics and Other Forms of Exercise Safety Considerations Conclusion Plyometric Drills Learning AidsChapter 19. Program Design and Technique for Speed and Agility Training Brad H. DeWeese, EdD, and Sophia Nimphius, PhD Speed and Agility Mechanics Neurophysiological Basis for Speed Running Speed Agility Performance and Change-of-Direction Ability Methods of Developing Speed Methods of Developing Agility Program Design Speed Development Strategies Agility Development Strategies Conclusion Speed and Agility Drills Learning AidsChapter 20. Program Design and Technique for Aerobic Endurance Training Benjamin H. Reuter, PhD, and J. Jay Dawes, PhD Factors Related to Aerobic Endurance Performance Designing an Aerobic Endurance Program Types of Aerobic Endurance Training Programs Application of Program Design to Training Seasons Special Issues Related to Aerobic Endurance Training Conclusion Aerobic Endurance Training Exercises Learning AidsChapter 21. PeriodizationG. Gregory Haff, PhD Central Concepts Related to Periodization Periodization Hierarchy Periodization Periods Applying Sport Seasons to the Periodization Periods Undulating Versus Linear Periodization Models Example of an Annual Training Plan Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 22. Rehabilitation and Reconditioning David H. Potach, PT, and Terry L. Grindstaff, DPT Types of Injury Tissue Healing Rehabilitation and Reconditioning Strategies Program Design Reducing Risk of Injury and Reinjury Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 23. Facility Design, Layout, and OrganizationAndrea Hudy, MA General Aspects of New Facility Design Existing Strength and Conditioning Facilities Assessing Athletic Program Needs Designing the Strength and Conditioning Facility Arranging Equipment in the Strength and Conditioning Facility Maintaining and Cleaning Surfaces and Equipment Conclusion Learning AidsChapter 24. Facility Policies, Procedures, and Legal IssuesTraci Statler, PhD, and Victor Brown, MS Mission Statement and Program Goals Legal and Ethical Issues Staff Policies and Activities Facility Administration Emergency Planning and Response Conclusion

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Book SynopsisClients often find the camaraderie of group training to be engaging and fun, motivating them to commit to regular activity. But participants also appreciate a more personalized experience, with focused attention from the instructor. That’s where small-group training comes in. A Professional’s Guide to Small-Group Personal Training is a much-needed resource designed to help you successfully lead training sessions for small groups—incorporating group dynamics and your knowledge of training principles to develop business offerings that will create a new stream of revenue. Learn how to apply group dynamics and social interaction to create a comfortable environment for clients who enjoy personal training in a group setting. Develop the skills necessary to quickly modify work for each participant to keep your entire group engaged and progressing toward their fitness goals. Increase client performance, adherence, and enjoyment while growing relationships bTable of ContentsPart I. The Business of Small-Group Personal TrainingChapter 1. Understanding Small-Group Personal TrainingChapter 2. Risk Management and Safe Training PracticesChapter 3. Creating Your PlanChapter 4. Building Your Client BasePart II. Working With Small GroupsChapter 5. Assessment and Exercise TestingChapter 6. Understanding Your Client and Enhancing the Group ExperienceChapter 7. The Three Styles of Coaching: Verbal, Visual, KinestheticChapter 8. Strategies to Optimize Group AchievementPart III. Applying Foundational Training Principles to Programming PracticesChapter 9. Training Principles and Programming ComponentsChapter 10. Advanced Training TechniquesChapter 11. Dynamic Warm-Ups and Cool-DownsPart IV. Sample ProgramsChapter 12. Introductory Training ProgramsChapter 13. Advanced Training ProgramsChapter 14. Partner and Team Training ProgramsChapter 15. Selected Exercises

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Book SynopsisPhil Burt and Martin Evans have worked with the world''s best cyclists, including the Great Britain Cycling Team, devising and implementing highly effective off the bike training plans. Now, in Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists you can benefit from their wealth of knowledge and experience and apply it to make you a stronger, faster and more robust cyclist.Use the self-assessment, inspired by the Functional Movement Screening used by the Great Britain Cycling Team, to identify your strengths and weaknesses.Discover the mobility and strengthening movements that are most applicable to your needs, maximising effectiveness and avoiding wasted time.Learn how to devise your own personalized and progressive off the bike training plan, how to schedule it into your year and combine it most effectively with your cycling.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Assessment 2 Rom Corrective Exercises 3 Control Through Range: Supported Corrective Exercises 4 Control Through Range: Unsupported Corrective Exercises 5 Taking it Further Further Reading About the Authors Index Acknowledgements

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Book Synopsis Developed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), this text offers strength and conditioning professionals a scientific basis for developing training programs for specific athletes at specific times of year. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Athlete Needs AnalysisWilliam J. Kraemer, PhD, Brett A. Comstock, MA, James E. Clark, MS, and Courtenay Dunn-Lewis, MAMetabolic Demands of the SportBiomechanical Demands of the SportInjury Risks of the SportIntegrating the Needs AnalysisChapter 2. Athlete Testing and Program EvaluationJay R. Hoffman, PhDFactors That Affect Performance TestingTest SelectionPractical Considerations for Test AdministrationTests for Needs Assessment and Program EvaluationChapter 3. Dynamic Warm-UpAvery D. Faigenbaum, EdDStatic Stretching and PerformanceDynamic Warm-Up and PerformanceDeveloping a Dynamic Warm-Up ProtocolDynamic Warm-Up ExercisesChapter 4. Resistance TrainingNicholas A. Ratamess, PhDAdaptations to Resistance TrainingCustomizing Resistance Training ProgramsResistance Training Program VariablesChapter 5. Power TrainingRobert U. Newton, PhD, Prue Cormie, PhD, and William J. Kraemer, PhDFactors Contributing to Power OutputTargeting Power DevelopmentTraining Methods for Power DevelopmentSelecting Load and Velocity for Power DevelopmentChapter 6. Anaerobic ConditioningJay R. Hoffman, PhDPhysiological Adaptations From Anaerobic Conditioning ProgramsDeveloping Anaerobic Conditioning ProgramsAnaerobic Conditioning ExercisesChapter 7. Endurance TrainingJoel T. Cramer, PhD, and Abbie E. Smith, PhDFactors in Aerobic Endurance PerformanceAerobic Endurance Training VariablesAerobic Endurance Training StrategiesPeriodization for Aerobic Endurance TrainingChapter 8. Agility TrainingLee E. Brown, EdD, and Andy V. Khamoui, MSFactors in Agility PerformanceAssessing AgilityTraining for AgilityAgility Program DesignChapter 9. Speed TrainingJay R. Hoffman, PhD, and John Graham, MS Factors in Speed PerformanceSprinting Mechanics and TechniqueSpeed Program DesignChapter 10. Balance and Stability TrainingNejc Sarabon, PhDProgram Planning and PeriodizationSafe Progression for Balance ExercisesStability Training for Joint SystemsChapter 11. Training Integration and PeriodizationG. Gregory Haff, PhD, and Erin E. Haff, MAGeneral Principles of PeriodizationTraining PeriodsSequencing and Integration of the Training ProcessPractical GuidelinesChapter 12. Training Program ImplementationJay R. Hoffman, PhD, Lee E. Brown, PhD, and Abbie E. Smith, PhDWorkout SessionsOff-Season TrainingCompetitive SeasonConsiderations for Endurance AthletesProgram Evaluation

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Book SynopsisFor many dedicated bodybuilders, the weight-lifting theories of Arthur Jones are gospel. It was Jones, the inventor of Nautilus exercise equipment, who first discovered that short, intense workouts could produce better results than the long, high-volume workouts then in vogue. Even though research into Jones's methods has proved them correct, there still are no major HIT books in stores. This new book-by champion bodybuilder, exercise researcher, and best selling author Ellington Darden, Ph.D., who is a Jones disciple and friend-shows lifters how to apply the master's teachings, along with some new HIT concepts to achieve extraordinary results. At the heart of the book is a complete, illustrated, six- month course for explosive growth. Exercise by exercise, workout by workout, the reader is shown precisely what to do, and perhaps even more important, what not to do. Dr. Darden also shows why HIT, when pursued steroid-free, is the best way to safely build muscle. Finally, the exercise religion Arthur Jones founded, and Dr. Darden fine-tuned, has its bible.

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Book SynopsisMonitoring Training and Performance in Athletes provides practitioners with the information needed in order to oversee an athlete monitoring system and to collect, analyze, and interpret monitoring data so that training programs can be adjusted to achieve optimal athlete preparation and performance. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Why Monitor Athletes? Stress Response to a Training Session Adaptation to a Training Program Risk of Overreaching, Overtraining, Sickness, and Injury Importance of Individualized Monitoring Conclusion Chapter 2. Research Tools for Athlete Monitoring Basic Statistical Tools for Practitioners Descriptive Statistics Reliability Validity Meaningful Change Correlation and Relationships Presentation of Results Qualitative Analysis Conclusion Chapter 3. Physiological Effects of Training Stress General Adaptation Syndrome Model Fitness-Fatigue Model Stimulus-Fatigue-Recovery-Adaptation Model Applications of the Models Fatigue Continuum Overreaching and Overtraining Interdisciplinary and Multifactorial Approaches to Avoid Overtraining Conclusion Chapter 4. Quantifying Training Stress Measurement Tools External Load Internal Load Conclusion Chapter 5. Measures of Fitness and Fatigue Neuromuscular Fatigue Heart Rate Hormonal and Biochemical Markers Immunological Markers Performance Tests Conclusion Chapter 6. Current Monitoring Practices and Technologies Monitoring Practices in Sport Monitoring Technologies Data from Monitoring Technology Applications of Monitoring Technology Conclusion Chapter 7. Integrating Monitoring With Coaching Art and Science of Monitoring Monitoring Data Within a Training Session Providing Monitoring Feedback to Athletes Barriers to Effective Athlete Monitoring Conducting In-House Monitoring Projects Conclusion Chapter 8. Athlete Monitoring Guidelines for Individual Sports Individual Sport Athletes Monitoring in Individual Sports on a Budget Monitoring With Training Diaries Applying Monitoring in Individual Sports Reporting One Week of Monitoring for an Athlete Modifying Training Based on Monitoring Considerations for Monitoring Athletes in Individual Sports Conclusion Chapter 9. Athlete Monitoring Guidelines for Team Sports Team Sport Athletes Monitoring in Team Sports on a Budget Applying Monitoring in Team Sports Monitoring System for Team Sport Reporting One Week of Monitoring for a Team Sport Modifying Training Based on Monitoring Considerations for Monitoring Athletes in Team Sports Conclusion

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Book Synopsis Frédéric Delavier has captivated millions with Strength Training Anatomy. Now readers have access to Delavier’s exercise expertise and trademark illustrations once again with Delavier’s Stretching Anatomy. With full-color photos and illustrations, this guide depicts over 130 exercises to increase flexibility, tone muscles, and reduce injury. Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Why Stretching? Exercises That Reconnect You With Your Body STRETCHING: A USER’S MANUAL A Natural Method Based On How Your Body Feels, Not How Hard You Push Benefits of Stretching Stretching: A Gentle Form of Exercise Types of Stretching Structuring a Stretching Program Learn How to Breathe! For Effective Breathing. Inhaling and Exhaling Breathe Deeply, but Find a Natural Rhythm Active Breathing External Breathing Pulmonary Breathing Why Athletes Should Stretch Stretching Has Five Benefits for Athletes Too Much Flexibility Can Diminish Performance Athletes Have Four Opportunities to Stretch. How an Athlete Should Stretch Breathing During Stretching . Stretching Unilaterally Stretching to Prevent Problems Associated With Sports THE STRETCHES Neck Stretches Stretches for the Shoulders and Chest Muscles To Prevent Shoulder Pain, Stretch the Infraspinatus Preventing Shoulder Pain in Athletes How to Protect the Infraspinatus Stretches for the Arms and Forearms Stretches for the Lateral Flexor Muscles in the Torso Stretches for the Rotator Muscles in the Torso Stretches to Relax the Back. Preventing Lower Back Pain Relaxing the Spinal Column Stretching the Hips Importance of Hip Flexibility Stretching the Buttocks Stretching the Quadriceps Hamstring Stretches Preventing Hamstring Tears Adductor Stretches Calf Stretches STRETCHING PROGRAMS Stretching Programs for Better Muscle Tone and Well-Being Beginner Program Intermediate Program Advanced Program Stretching Programs for Athletes Guidelines on Programs Basic Athletic Program Program for Golf and Sports Involving Torso Rotation Program for Running Sports, Soccer, and Skating Skiing Program Program for Combat Sports Cycling Program Program for Throwing Sports (Shot Put, Basketball, and Handball) Horseback Riding Program Swimming Program. Bodybuilding Program

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Book SynopsisBased on scientific evidence, Training and Conditioning for MMA covers physical training, nutrition, and injury prevention for all martial arts disciplines. It uses actual training programs and showcases real examples from countless elite MMA fighters.Trade Review"This book covers everything about strength and conditioning, nutrition, periodization, injury and prevention, and, more importantly, it shows real training models that could be used to get you in the best shape and performance mode. I highly recommend Training and Conditioning for MMA."—Junior Dos Santos, Brazilian Professional Wrestler and Mixed Martial Artist, Former Heavyweight Champion of UFC“After training with professor and scientist Stéfane Dias (in Melbourne, Florida), I can assure you he knows everything about the training and physical preparation of fighters. He shares that knowledge with you in Training and Conditioning for MMA.”—Anderson Silva, MMA Legend and Former UFC Middleweight ChampionTable of ContentsChapter 1. Concepts in the Methodology of Sports TrainingOverload Principle Applied to Sports TrainingModes of TrainingTraditional Periodization MethodsBlock PeriodizationPeriodization Model Used at American Top TeamConstruction of a Training SessionChapter 2. Program DesignPrinciples of Resistance TrainingResistance Training for Strength and Muscle HypertrophyResistance Training for PowerHigh-Intensity Interval TrainingNew Russian Concept of TrainingMethods of Training the Heart MuscleMethods of Directing Adipose Tissue ActivityHeat AcclimationChapter 3. Physical Assessment of the FighterBody CompositionMetabolic and Cardiorespiratory Fitness: Laboratory TestingMetabolic and Cardiorespiratory Fitness: Field TestingTests Specific to FightersNeuromuscular-Musculoskeletal FitnessVelocityFlexibilityChapter 4. The Importance of Nutrition in High-Level TrainingEnergyCarbohydratesProteinFatVitaminsMineralsErgogenic AidsChapter 5. Methods of Training for MMABody Weight TrainingResistance TrainingAgonist-Antagonist TrainingEccentric TrainingFunctional TrainingSuspension TrainingPower TrainingSpecific Power TrainingPower Endurance TrainingSpeed TrainingAgility TrainingPrecompetition TrainingMMA-Specific Cross TrainingTraining for Adaptive MMA AthletesTraining to Improve MMA TakedownsMMA, Muay Thai, and Jiu-Jitsu Preparation Training for WomenTraining for Wrestlers and GrapplersTraining for Jiu-JitsuOutdoor Training for MMAHigh-Intensity Interval Training for MMACircuits for Five-Round MatchesResistance Band TrainingTraining Using the Isoton MethodTraining to Increase Muscular Endurance and Number of Mitochondria in Type II Muscle FibersTraining to Increase Strength and Power in Type II Muscle FibersTraining to Increase SpeedChapter 6. Prevention of MMA-Related InjuriesInjury Prevention in MMA FightersHead and Face InjuriesSpinal InjuriesElbow, Wrist, and Hand InjuriesShoulder InjuriesHip and Thigh InjuriesKnee InjuriesAnkle and Foot InjuriesThe Science of Stretching and Flexibility

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Book SynopsisFrom skinny scholar to muscle-bound showman. “Easily the best memoir ever written about weight training, steroids and all” (Men’s Journal). When blue-blooded, storklike Samuel Wilson Fussell arrived in New York City fresh from the University of Oxford, the ethereal young graduate seemed like the last person on Earth who would be interested in bodybuilding. But he was intimidated by the dangers of the city—and decided to do something about it. At twenty-six, Fussell walked into the YMCA gym. Four solid years of intensive training, protein powders, and steroid injections later, he had gained eighty pounds of pure muscle and was competing for bodybuilding titles. And yet, with forearms like bowling pins and calves like watermelons, Fussell felt weaker than ever before. His punishing regimen of workouts, drugs, and diet had reduced him to near-infant-like helplessness and immobility, leaving him hungry, nauseated, and prone to outbursts of “ ’roid rage.” But he had come to succeed, and there was no backing down now. Alternately funny and fascinating, Muscle is the true story of one man’s obsession with the pursuit of perfection. With insight, wit, and refreshing candor, Fussell ushers readers into the wild world of juicers and gym rats who sacrifice their lives, minds, bodies, and souls to their dreams of glory in Southern California’s so-called iron mecca.Trade Review“A kind of beefcake Alice in Wonderland . . . Hilarious . . . Marvelous, entertaining.” —The Boston Globe “A powerful, funny, and disturbing book, a classic piece of Americana.” —Entertainment Weekly “Lively and enjoyable . . . A modern cautionary tale on answered prayers . . . A very good book.” —The Washington Post “Easily the best memoir ever written about weight training, steroids and all.” —Men’s Journal Table of Contents Dedication CONTENTS Disclaimer Epigraph THE INTRODUCTION 1. THE GENESIS 2. THE Y 3. THE WALK 4. THE METAMORPHOSIS 5. THE BUNKER 6. THE MOVE 7. THE JUICE 8. THE DIGS 9. THE VOCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES 10. THE NINTH ANNUAL ROSE CITY BENCH-PRESS EXTRAVAGANZA 11. THE BLITZ 12. THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY 13. THE DIET 14. THE GOLDEN VALLEY 15. THE AFTERMATH THE IMAGE GALLERY ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"I highly recommend The Science of Strength Training. It's a comprehensive, actionable, and easy-to-understand handbook for new and experienced weightlifters alike. Worth ten times the price."– Mike Matthews, author of Bigger Leaner Stronger and Thinner Leaner Stronger“I am blown away with the quality of this book! From the photos, diagrams, and text. This is truly the resource for both coaches and those trying to understand the science of lifting more. The perfect resource for learning what exercises target what muscles, how to execute them, and how to train for your goals. Austin's book is an incredible resource for anyone interested in fitness and lifting.”–Alyssa Olenick, Ph.D.(c), CISSN, Researcher & Coach"Austin Current’s Science of Strength Training is a great read for both beginners and advanced trainees alike. Far too often people head into the gym without a clear understanding of the physiology behind the process in which they are engaged. Austin does a great job of breaking down the complex science behind weight training while making it understandable for everyone and ensuring practical applications every step of the way. I can't recommend it enough."–Cliff Wilson, author of Bodybuilding: The Complete Contest Preparation Handbook and 13x World Champion Natural Bodybuilding Coach“Austin has done an incredible job on putting together the Science of Strength Training. He’s found the perfect balance of laying it out in a way that will benefit both the average gym-goer who just loves to train and the more dedicated coach or trainer who has a deeper understanding of the science side of things. I honestly couldn’t recommend this book enough, and I will be using it as a reference for both my online and in-person clients and for the coaches and trainers I help out along the way.”–Danny Kennedy, Personal Trainer & Host of The Fitness & Lifestyle Podcast

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Book SynopsisA state-of-the-art weight-lifting and nutritional blueprint for "skinny" guys who want to pack on muscleLet''s face it, naturally skinny guys are at a distinct genetic disadvantage when it comes to building muscle mass. But with the proper advice, these "hardgainers" definitely can realize their fitness goals. In Scrawny to Brawny, the authors draw on their years of practical experience as private strength and nutrition coaches to provide hardgainers with:    • A progressive, state-of-the-art program that optimizes results with shorter, less frequent workouts that maximize compound exercises    • A unique, action-based perspective on nutrition that shows how to prepare quick muscle-building meals and snacks-and how to take advantage of several critical times in the day when muscle growth can be stimulated by food intake    • Vital information on how to identify and fix any weak links in their physiques that may be precursors to injury Designed not only for frustrated adult hardgainers but also--with its strong anti-steroid message--a terrific book for the large teen market, Scrawny to Brawny fills a significant gap in the weight-lifting arsenal.

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