Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-242) and index.
Contents
Basic weight training -- Weight training and your body -- Weight training guidelines -- How weight training improves your body -- Getting started: The basics -- Developing the lower body -- Developing the back and neck -- Developing the abdominal muscles -- Developing the chest and shoulders -- Developing the arms -- Exercises to develop speed and power -- Nutrition for weight training -- Ergogenic aids: Drugs and supplements -- Appendix 1. Muscular system -- Appendix 2. Skeletal system -- Appendix 3. Machine and free-weight exercises for sports and activities -- Appendix 4. Norms and test procedures for measuring strength.
Summary
This guide explains ways to develop a personalized program using both free weights and exercise machines to help improve fitness, strength, and performance through training and nutrition.
