NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training Book

In this revised and expanded second edition of Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning now with over 300 color photographs leading exercise science professionals explore the scientific principles concepts and theories of strength training and conditioning as well as their practical applications to athletic performance.Students coaches strength and conditioning specialists personal trainers athletic trainers and other sport science professionals will find state-of-the-art comprehensive information on structure and function of body systems training adaptations testing and evaluationexercise techniques program design (aerobic and anaerobic) and training facility organization and administration.Edited by Thomas R. Baechle and Roger W. Earle Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning Second Edition is an excellent text for students preparing for careers in strength training and conditioning. It is the most comprehensive reference available for strength and conditioning professionals and sports medicine specialists. For people preparing to take the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist examination it is the primary preparation resource. Those preparing to take the NSCA Certified Personal Trainer examination will also find it to be a valuable resource. The NSCA Certification Commission the certifying body of the National Strength and Conditioning Association has developed this text.Read More