Fundamental Weight Training

Paperback

Main Details

Title Fundamental Weight Training
Authors and Contributors      By (author) David Sandler
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:224
Dimensions(mm): Height 254,Width 178
Category/GenreSports training and coaching
ISBN/Barcode 9780736082808
ClassificationsDewey:613.713
Audience
General
Illustrations 213 Halftones, black and white; 3 Illustrations, black and white

Publishing Details

Publisher Human Kinetics Publishers
Imprint Human Kinetics Publishers
Publication Date 11 March 2010
Publication Country United States

Description

If you're ready to walk the walk and talk the talk, Fundamental Weight Training is your guide. Learn the basics safely, effectively, and in less time. Over 100 exercises with photo demonstrations are included and supported with step-by-step descriptions for use in the gym or at home. Every aspect of a beginning weight program is covered: *Exercises and programs to target key areas in every muscle group *Stretching routines to prevent injuries *Steps and tips for developing your own program *Gym language and lingo so you feel at ease walking into any gym The easy-to-use programs in Fundamental Weight Training will give you the confidence to start training safely and quickly and begin strengthening and toning your body.

Author Biography

David Sandler has served as science advisor for Spike TV's Jesse James Is a Dead Man series, Fox Sports' Sport Science series, and National Geographic's Fight Science, Super Strength, The Science of Steroids, and Humanly Possible shows. He is president and cofounder of StrengthPro Inc. and a member of the advisory boards for Muscle and Fitness Magazine, Muscle Mag International, Reps, Maximum Fitness, and Performance Training Journal of the NSCA. Sandler has been a strength and conditioning consultant for two decades and presented at almost 300 lectures worldwide with organizations such as the NSCA, ACSM, AFPA, AAHPERD, IFPA, SWIS, ECA, and SCW Fitness. He was the recipient of the Faculty of the Year Award in 2005 for the International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA). Sandler has also authored or coauthored 5 books, over 20 scientific articles, and more than 150 articles in power and strength training magazines, including Muscle and Fitness, Men's Health, and Oxygen. As a former world-class powerlifter, Sandler focuses his research in strength and power development.