American College of Sports Medicine, 2nd Edition
by Nicholas Ratamess
Developed by the American
College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), ACSM’s Foundations of Strength
Training and Conditioning offers a comprehensive introduction to the
basics of strength training and conditioning. This updated 2nd edition
focuses on practical applications, empowering students and
practitioners to develop, implement, and assess the results of training
programs that are designed to optimize strength, power, and athletic
performance. Clear, straightforward writing helps students master new
concepts with ease, and engaging learning features throughout the text
provide the understanding and confidence to apply lessons to clinical
practice.
- Myths and Misconceptions boxes debunk popular myths and clarify widespread misconceptions about strength and conditioning.
- Interpreting
Research boxes draw attention to important research findings and
explain their application to strength and conditioning practice.
- Case Studies throughout the chapters challenge you to evaluate real-world scenarios and devise effective solutions.
- Exercise
boxes provide step-by-step instructions for various exercises, as well
as Caution! alerts that highlight important safety considerations.
- Sidebars highlight topical points at a glance.
- Additional
online resources, including videos, animations, additional exercises
and exercise variations, and an interactive question bank further
support understanding of the content.
- Review Questions at the end of each chapter test your knowledge and challenge you to apply what you’ve learned.
