Science of Strength Training
Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Transform Your Body
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Published:8th Apr '21
Should be back in stock very soon
This informative guide explores strength training, nutrition, and injury prevention, offering readers practical strategies for achieving their fitness goals through Science of Strength Training.
In Science of Strength Training, author Austin Current presents a comprehensive guide to building a stronger body, whether at home or in the gym. The book is filled with research-backed exercises and practical advice designed to help readers lose weight, tone muscles, gain strength, and enhance their metabolism. It delves into the relationship between nutrition and exercise, providing insights that can significantly improve overall health.
The book is structured into several sections, beginning with human physiology, where readers will learn about skeletal muscle and the mechanisms of strength training. This foundational knowledge helps demystify how muscles grow and how resistance training can lead to improved strength and size, as well as the positive effects on bones and connective tissue. It also covers the importance of macronutrients, brain health, and mental well-being in relation to physical fitness.
The subsequent sections provide detailed workout plans and over 100 exercises, complete with instructions on proper form and technique. Common mistakes are highlighted to aid in injury prevention. Additionally, the book addresses how to avoid injuries during resistance training and offers guidance on returning to workouts after an injury. With a focus on effective training variables, Science of Strength Training equips readers with the tools to create personalized workout programs that evolve over time.
I highly recommend The Science of Strength Training. It's a comprehensive, actionable, and easy-to-understand handbook for new and experienced weightlifters alike. Worth ten times the price. -- Mike Matthews, author of Bigger Leaner Stronger and Thinner Leaner Stronger
I am blown away with the quality of this book! From the photos, diagrams, and text. This is truly the resource for both coaches and those trying to understand the science of lifting more. The perfect resource for learning what exercises target what muscles, how to execute them, and how to train for your goals. Austin's book is an incredible resource for anyone interested in fitness and lifting. -- Alyssa Olenick, Ph.D.(c), CISSN, Researcher & Coach
Austin Current's Science of Strength Training is a great read for both beginners and advanced trainees alike. Far too often people head into the gym without a clear understanding of the physiology behind the process in which they are engaged. Austin does a great job of breaking down the complex science behind weight training while making it understandable for everyone and ensuring practical applications every step of the way. I can't recommend it enough. -- Cliff Wilson, author of Bodybuilding: The Complete Contest Preparation Handbook and 13x World Champion Natural Bodybuilding Coach
Austin has done an incredible job on putting together the Science of Strength Training. He's found the perfect balance of laying it out in a way that will benefit both the average gym-goer who just loves to train and the more dedicated coach or trainer who has a deeper understanding of the science side of things. I honestly couldn't recommend this book enough, and I will be using it as a reference for both my online and in-person clients and for the coaches and trainers I help out along the way. -- Danny Kennedy, Personal Trainer & Host of The Fitness & Lifestyle Podcast
ISBN: 9780241389454
Dimensions: 239mm x 203mm x 18mm
Weight: 690g
224 pages