Optimal Muscle Training-Paper

Name: Optimal Muscle Training-Paper
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ISBN: 9780736081726

ISBN-10: 0736081720

ISBN-13: 9780736081726

Edition: 2009 (Revised)

Authors: Ken Kinakin

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Description:

Book/DVD package now in paperbook that shows how to enhance muscle functioning, leading to better performance, greater strength gains, and fewer injuries. Menu-driven DVD allows users to visualize the subtleties of the tests and exercises, and offers the convenience of accessing specific information quickly and easily. Book provides the background on how many muscles develop imbalances, how testing will pinpoint problems, and how training to correct imbalances optimizes muscle function. Includes exercises and their modifications for improving muscle function based on the testing results. Demonstrates 32 free weight exercise techniques based on the proper mechanics and structure of the…

Book details

List price: $24.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Publication date: 11/14/2008
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 136
Size: 5.91" wide x 9.84" long x 0.59" tall
Weight: 0.682
Language: English



Product Features


Preface


Acknowledgments



The Anatomy of Optimizing Strength


Four Types of Weight-Training Dysfunction


Causes of Weight-Training Dysfunction


Assessment of Weight-Training Function


Summary



Assessing Weight-Training Readiness


Self-Test


Exercise Test


Functional Muscle Test


Treatment of Weight-Training Dysfunctions


Summary



Linking Muscles to Exercise Movement


Deltoid Muscle


Rotator Cuff Muscles


Chest Muscles


Biceps Muscles


Triceps Muscle


Forearm Muscles


Upper-Back Muscles


Lower-Back and Hip Muscles


Quadriceps Femoris Muscles


Hamstring Muscles


Calf Muscles


Abdominal Muscles


Summary



Analyzing the Risk-Benefit Ratio of Weight-Training Exercises


Risk-Benefit Coding System


Variables That Affect the Risk-Benefit Ratio


Risk-Benefit Ratio of Weight-Training Exercise Parameters


Summary



Designing Training Programs for Optimal Strength


Program Design



Weight-Training Readiness Screen



Weight-Training Readiness Exam



Determine Training Goals and Desired Outcomes



Design a Functional Training Program



Design an Optimal Training Program


Summary


Resources


Index


About the Author