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ACSM's Foundations of Strength Training and Conditioning

By American College of Sports Medicine , Nicholas Ratamess Jr. PhD CSCS*D FNSCA

Book information

Publisher
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Year
2011
ISBN
0781782678, 978-0-7817-8267-8
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
24 MB (25477701 bytes)
Edition
1 Har/Psc
Pages
560\514
Time added
2014-02-12 18:00:00

Description

Developed by the American College of Sports Medicine, this text offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of strength training and conditioning based on the latest research findings. ACSM's Foundations of Strength Training and Conditioning is divided into four parts: Foundations, Physiological Responses and Adaptations, Strength Training and Conditioning Program Design, and Assessment. The text focuses on practical applications, enabling students to develop, implement, and assess the results of training programs that are designed to optimize strength, power, and athletic performance. Moreover, the text’s clear, straightforward writing style makes it easy to grasp new concepts.

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