Fitness Weight Training - 2nd Edition

by Baechle, Thomas R.; Earle, Roger W.

• ISBN13: 9780736052559
• ISBN10: 0736052550
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-02-23
• Publisher: Human Kinetics

Summary

Make every minute in the weight room count. Fitness Weight Trainingwill help you maximize the results you're seeking from each workout session.75 detailed workouts designed specifically for strengthening, toning, and shaping ensure that your muscles will develop as you desire. The selection of workouts allows you to fit the optimal training session into the time, energy, and equipment available.Take the guesswork out and put confidence into every workout. Make Fitness Weight Trainingyour workout manual for toned and well-defined muscles.

Author Biography

Roger Earle is the associate executive director and the director of exam development for the National Strength and Conditioning Association Certification Commission.

Table of Contents

Preface	vi
Acknowledgments	viii
PART I Preparing to Weight Train
Weight Train for Fitness	3	(6)
Know Your Equipment	9	(8)
Check Your Weight Training Fitness	17	(6)
Make a Successful Start to Your Program	23	(4)
Set Up Your Program	27	(12)
Weight Train the Right Way	39	(16)
PART II Training By the Workout Levels
Muscle Toning	55	(20)
Body Shaping	75	(30)
Strength Training	105	(34)
Weight Training Exercises	139	(52)
PART III Designing Weight Training Programs
Design Your Own Program	191	(8)
Combine Weight Training With Aerobic Exercise	199	(6)
Weight Training for a Sport	205	(8)
Appendix	213	(5)
References	218	(1)
Index	219	(4)
About the Authors	223