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Ratamess, Nicholas A.,

ACSM's foundations of strength training and conditioning / American College of Sports Medicine's foundations of strength training and conditioning Foundations of strength training and conditioning Nicholas Ratamess. - Second edition. - xiii, 659 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm

CAC Camia (Recommending faculty) AY 2022-2023 Previous edition: 2010.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part 1. Foundations. Introduction to strength training and conditioning ; Biomechanics of force production and performance ; Basic nutrition -- Part 2. Physiological responses to adaptations. Neural adaptations to training ; Muscular adaptations to training ; Connective tissue adaptations to training ; Endocrine system responses and adaptations ; Metabolic responses and adaptations to training ; Responses and adaptations of the cardiorespiratory system ; Principles of strength training and conditioning -- Part 3. Strength training and conditioning program design. Warm-up, flexibility, and myofascial release ; Resistance training program design ; Resistance training equipment and safety ; Resistance training exercises ; Plyometric training ; Sprint and agility training ; Aerobic training ; Training periodization and tapering -- Part 4. Assessment. Assessment and evaluation.

"Developed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), ACSM's Foundations of Strength Training and Conditioning, 2nd Edition offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of strength training and conditioning essential to develop, implement, and assess training programs. This text focuses on practical applications, empowering students and practitioners to develop, implement, and assess the results of training programs that are designed to optimize strength, power, and athletic performance. Clear, straightforward writing helps students master new concepts with ease, and engaging learning features throughout the text provide the understanding and confidence to apply lessons to clinical practice."--Page 4 of cover..

ISBN: 9781975118754 1975118758

LCCN: 2023756437

Nat. Bib. No.: GBC138659 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 020129371 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Exercise--Physiological aspects.
Physical fitness.
Weight training.
Bodybuilding.
Physical Fitness
Resistance Training
Exercice--Aspect physiologique.
Musculation.
Condition physique.
Culturisme.
weight training.
Bodybuilding.
Exercise--Physiological aspects.
Physical fitness.
Weight training.

Index Terms--Curriculum Objective:
Biomechanics 1--SS151
Methods of Physical Conditioning--SS170

LC Class. No.: GV546 / .R33 2022

Dewey Class. No.: 613.7

National Library of Medicine Call No.: QT 255