Description
Book SynopsisThe Laboratory Manual for Strength and Conditioning is a comprehensive text that provides students with meaningful lab experiences in the area of strength and conditioning and applied sport science. While each lab may be conducted in a sophisticated laboratory, there are opportunities to conduct the labs in a gym or field environment without costly equipment. It is a useful resource as students prepare for a career as a strength and conditioning coach, athletic trainer, physical therapist, or personal trainer.
The Laboratory Manual for Strength and Conditioning is designed to be a practical guide for training students and professionals in the skills to be applied to strength and conditioning. The labs cover seven major aspects of strength and conditioning including speed, power, flexibility, agility, and fitness. The labs are practical and easy to follow with sample calculations, data tables, and worksheets to complete. Each includes suggested tasks/activities to
Table of Contents
1 Pre-Participation Health Screening, Medical Clearance, and Informed Consent
JOSHUA MILLER
2 Athlete Needs Analysis
PAUL COMFORT AND JOHN McMAHON
3 Injury Risk Assessment Including Flexibility
JOSHUA MILLER
4 Statistical Analysis and Test Administration
JOHN McMAHON, JOSHUA MILLER, AND PAUL COMFORT
5 Body Composition
JOSHUA MILLER
6 Muscular Strength
PAUL COMFORT AND JOHN McMAHON
7 Muscular Power
JOHN McMAHON AND PAUL COMFORT
8 Muscular Endurance
PAUL COMFORT AND JOHN McMAHON
9 Anaerobic Capacity
JOSHUA MILLER
10 Aerobic Capacity Testing
JOSHUA MILLER
11 Speed
JOHN McMAHON AND PAUL COMFORT
12 Change of Direction Performance
PAUL COMFORT AND JOHN McMAHON
