Strength Training

The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is the world's leading organization in the field of sport conditioning. Drawing on the resources and expertise of the most recognized professionals in strength training and conditioning, sport science, performance research, education, and sports medicine, the NSCA is the world's trusted source of knowledge and training guidelines for coaches and athletes. The NSCA provides the crucial link between the lab and the field.

• Part I: The Origin of StrengthChapter 1. Muscle Anatomy 101 Chapter 2. How Muscle Grows Chapter 3. Types of Muscle Training Chapter 4. Nutrition for Muscle Growth Part II: Resistance Training GuidelinesChapter 5. Strength Assessment Chapter 6. Types of Strength and Power Training Chapter 7. Workout Schedule and Rest Chapter 8. Safety, Soreness, and Injury Part III: Exercise TechniqueChapter 9. Upper Body Exercises Chapter 10. Lower Body Exercises Chapter 11. Torso Exercises Chapter 12. Explosive Movements Part IV: Sample ProgramsChapter 13. Beginner Programs Chapter 14. Intermediates Programs Chapter 15. Advanced Programs Chapter 16. Youth Programs Chapter 17. Senior Programs

"Strength Training is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to maximize their muscular fitness. Written by top experts in the field, it provides a thorough overview of the underlying science of resistance exercise as well as discussing practical approaches to achieve optimal results. Highly recommended!"Brad Schoenfeld, PhD, CSCS, CSPS, FNSCA-- Author of Science and Development of Muscle Hypertrophy and Strong & Sculpted"The second edition of the NSCA's Strength Training provides excellent coverage of the science of developing strength, resistance training guidelines, exercise technique, and practical programming. It is a must have for all in the strength and conditioning industry and those who are serious about their training." G. Gregory Haff, Ph.D., C.S.C.S.*D, FNSCA-- Associate Professor, Master of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning)