A Practical Approach to Strength Training
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 152
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 152
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A Practical Approach to Strength Training is designed to educate students on the basics of strength and resistance training. The chapters are divided into short, easy-to-read content areas that cover everything from rules, guidelines, exercise techniques, and workout plans. In addition, the text provides a simple workout log for record keeping and progress comparisons. This text is simple, yet thorough and engaging!
Each chapter includes:
- areas and ideas for practical application to increase the retention of information.
- content areas that thoroughly describe the different types and principles of strength training.
- detailed pictures of exercise technique.
Preface
About the Author
Introduction
CHAPTER 1 Getting Started
CHAPTER 2 Physical Activity, Exercise, and Strength Training
CHAPTER 3 Warm-up & Muscle Preparation
CHAPTER 4 Basic Anatomy of Muscle Groups
CHAPTER 5 Strength Training Programs (Part 1)
CHAPTER 6 Strength Training Programs (Part 2)
CHAPTER 7 Training with Body Weight Exercises
CHAPTER 8 Training with Selectorized Machines
CHAPTER 9 Training with Cable Machines
CHAPTER 10 Training with Plate-Loaded Machines
CHAPTER 11 Training with Free Weights: Barbells & Plates
CHAPTER 12 Training with Free Weights: Dumbbells
CHAPTER 13 Training with Alternate Fitness Equipment
CHAPTER 14 Common Myths and Misconceptions about Strength Training
Example Workouts
Workout Log
Glossary
Joni Boyd, PhD CSCS*D, is an Associate Professor of Exercise Science and the Advisor to the Coaching Minor at Winthrop University. She has a PhD in Health Aspects of Physical Activity from University of South Carolina, where her research focused on locus of control, health behaviors, and religion. She has served as the National Strength & Conditioning Association State Director for South Carolina and a Master Instructor for Athletics and Fitness Association of America. Dr. Boyd has a vast range of research interests and topics, including functional-based movements, strength and conditioning, coaching styles, warm-up protocols, group exercise cohesion, nutrition-driven athletic and academic performance, and general health and well-being of college students. Dr. Boyd holds over 20 certifications and credentials within the health, exercise science, and nutrition fi elds. Ultimately, Dr. Boyd works to help students find where they belong in the worlds of health, exercise, and sports.