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Action Plan For Osteoporosis (Action Plan for Health)
Kerri, Ph.D. Winters-Stone
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2005
Build bone strength and prevent bone loss with Action Plan for Osteoporosis. Based on the most recent research, this exercise-based plan allows you to take an active role in improving the health of your musculoskeletal system and is a more effective way to manage the condition than dietary changes or medications alone. Learn how to assess your risk level and then choose the best exercises to ...
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The Encyclopaedia of Sports Medicine An IOC Medical Commission Publication, The Endocrine System in Sports ...
Wiley-Blackwell, 2005
This valuable new addition to the Encyclopaedia of Sports Medicine series provides a comprehensive and logical look at the principles and mechanisms of endocrinology as related to sports and exercise. It looks at growth hormone factors involved in exercise and the endocrinology of sport competition. It considers various factors and stresses on the body that may alter sporting performance. It ...
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Action Plan For Menopause (Action Plan for Health)
Barbara, Ph.D. Bushman, Janice Clark, Ph.D. Young
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2005
Reduce menopausal symptoms, promote bone health and decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease. Based on latest research, this exercise-based plan will help you live more comfortably and take control of your diet, fitness level, and health. Learn the best and safest exercises; how diet, medication and exercise affect symptoms.
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Strength Training Past 50 19 reviews
Wayne L. Westcott, Thomas R. Baechle
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2007
It's an important pick for any considering strength training efforts past 50
+ Great response
+ Review of gift
Strength training has many advantages, from decreasing symptoms of arthritis and diabetes to increasing endurance and weight loss, but most strength training titles focus on the under-40 crowd. STRENGTH TRAINING PAST 50 offers a range of workouts and programs designed for the over-50 set, offering ...
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Optimizing Strength Training: Designing Nonlinear Periodization Workouts 4 reviews
William J. Kraemer, Steven J. Fleck
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2007
"The" periodization!
+ good but disapppointing
+ The power of dynamic systems
+ Great book!
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ACSM's Certification Review 7 reviews
American College of Sports Medicine
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2005
Elite Fitness & Nutrition
+ Great Studying Material
+ Very Pleased with Product and Transaction
+ Great resource!
+ Not the primary source for personal trainer certification
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Advanced Sports Nutrition11 reviews
Dan Benardot
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2006
A worthwhile reference
+ Fantastic Purchase
+ Thank you!
First and foremost, this exceptional book is not a "one stop reference"; thats an idea that people often look for in a book, that probably doesn't really exist. Quality books should be added to your library, taken for what they are and what they offer, and compared to other similar books to create ...
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Designing Resistance Training Programs7 reviews
Steven J. Fleck, William J. Kraemer
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2003
This is the real thing
+ An Excellent book of Resistance Training
+ Why does your training work?
Not for everybody. The average gym member will be lost by all the advanced knowledge. Be warned that it is very technical and the reader should have a background in exercise physiology to fully comprehend it.
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Action Plan for High Blood Pressure (Action Plan for Health)
Jon Divine
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2005
Aimed at consumers who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure and are motivated to use exercise as one means of control or prevention. Includes key medical and anatomical information, methods for monitoring high blood pressure, pros and cons of medication, diet guidelines and programmes for strength, flexibility and aerobic exercise. Readers can use one of the sample programmes provided or ...
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Strength Ball Training16 reviews
Lorne Goldenberg, Peter Twist
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2006
A weight lifter sees the light
+ Detailed, thorough and clear
+ Good training book
+ excellent
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Program Design for Personal Trainers: Bridging Theory into Application4 reviews
Douglas Brooks
Human Kinetics Publishers, 1998
Fantastic resource
+ Knowledge is Power, this book is the -POWER - I was looking for!
+ The Cliff's Notes of Fitness
This is one of the very best books on exercise and fitness I have read. It takes the very latest scientific research in exercise physiology and makes it easy to read and easy to understand. You would be hard pressed to find a more useful resource for trainers, coaches, or anyone interested in the ...
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Strength Band Training7 reviews
Phillip Page, Todd Ellenbecker
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2004
More than one hundred physical exercises
+ Alternate Exercise Program
+ A great resource for the clinic library
+ Great Practical Tips
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Strength Training for Young Athletes5 reviews
William J. Kraemer, Steven J. Fleck
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2004
Great for Parents, Coaches and the Motivated Young Athlete
+ "Must-have" guide for anyone responsible for a young person
+ Safety first and always; your physical body is not immortal.
+ Nice reference and clear instruction
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Nutrient Timing: The Future of Sports Nutrition34 reviews
John Ivy, Robert Portman
Basic Health Publications, 2004
revolutionary
+ Excellent book for those interested in maximizing Strength Training
+ body building nutrition
I think this is one of the best books I ever read / followed. The concepts are awesome, the results so far are amazing. I wish I would have found this sooner. It's the better than ANY supplement I ever tried. A 10$ used one is the best mony ever spent! This book change my line of thinking ...
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Sport Nutrition for Health and Performance2 reviews
Melinda Manore, Janice Thompson
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2000
Great book concerning the food aspect of sports
+ Really good book !
One can not reach peak potential without the right diet. So if your going to be buying books on how to workout and ect. dont forget to get this book. It covers all most of the stuff that you ever wondered about in your food intake and how to make your body work with you to reach your potential.
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ACSM's Advanced Exercise Physiology 1 review
American College of Sports Medicine
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2005
Not for Beginners
I tried reading this book the first time and only understood about 20% of what i was reading. So I stopped, bought and read the book Physiology of Sport and Exercise before reading this one, believe me it makes a big difference. This is an advanced book with advanced terminology, but damn is it ...
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Exercise Metabolism
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2005
A reference for exercise physiologists and biochemists and a text for students in physiology, sport and exercise science and biochemistry. This book provides readers with information on the metabolic processes that take place during exercise. It takes an in-depth look at the mobilization and utilization of substrates-glucose, lipid, and protein - during physical activity. It also contains new ...
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ACSM's Resources for Clinical Exercise Physiology: Musculoskeletal, Neuromuscular, Neoplastic, Immunologic ...1 review
American College of Sports Medicine
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2002
great book!
This is a great resource for those studying for the RCEP exam! Contains epi, pathology, exercise testing and prescriptions, treatments, special considerations, etc
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Science and Practice of Strength Training, Second Edition14 reviews
Vladimir M. Zatsiorsky, William J. Kraemer
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2006
Excellent Book
+ Outstanding Reference And Text
+ Serious strength book
+ Science Not Myth
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Exercise Biochemistry
Vassilis, Ph.D. Mougios
Human Kinetics Publishers, 2006
"Exercise Biochemistry" describes how, at the molecular level, exercise affects the functioning of humans and animals. Part 1 covers the principles of biochemistry that are then applied in Part 2 to be the excitation of the nervous and muscular system when producing muscular contraction. Exercise modulation of metabolism is discussed in Part 3 and the simple biochemical tests used to assess an ...
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