This course offers the reader a beginning guide to ensure proper weightlifting techniques, safety procedures, training programs and different methods of physical conditioning. This e-book also offers the reader the knowledge and skills of strength training and conditioning that can be enjoyed throughout their lifetime.
CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Strength Training
CHAPTER 2 Strength Training and Safety
CHAPTER 3 Planning an Effective Routine
CHAPTER 4 Developing a Strength Training Program
CHAPTER 5 Getting Started: Warm-up, Flexibility, Stretching & Cool Down
CHAPTER 6 Nutrition and Strength Training
CHAPTER 7 Body Composition – Muscle and Fat
CHAPTER 8 Modalities of Resistance Exercise
CHAPTER 9 Lower Body Exercises
CHAPTER 10 Upper Body – Trunk Exercises
CHAPTER 11 Upper Body – Arm Exercises
CHAPTER 12 Core Exercises
CHAPTER 13 Strength Training for Life
CHAPTER 14 Strength Training for All Populations