| Description |
xi, 418 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
Part I. Introduction to resistance training. ch. 1. Introduction -- ch. 2. Rationale and review of current guidelines -- ch. 3. Metabolic, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and endocrine responses and adaptation -- ch. 4. Resistance traning and the neuromuscular system -- ch. 5. The safety of resistance training: hemodynamic factors and cardiovascular incidents -- ch. 6. Resistance training: reduced trainig and long-term adherence -- ch. 7. Exercise prescription for healthy adults -- p. II. Special populations and conditions. ch. 8. Resistance training in women -- ch. 9. Resistance exercise, aging, and weight control -- ch. 10. Resistance training and musculoskeletal injury -- ch. 11. Elderly patients and frailty -- pt. III. Chronic visceral diseases. ch. 12. Resistance training in patients with coronary heart disease -- ch. 13. Resistance training for hypertension and stroke patients -- ch. 14. Resistance training for organ transplant recipients -- ch. 15. Resistance training and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease -- ch. 16. Resistance exercise for patients with diabetes mellitus -- pt. IV. Resistance training for persons with physical disabilities -- ch. 18. Arthritis and related musculoskeletal disorders -- ch. 19. Resistance training for low back pain and dysfunction -- ch. 20. Resistance training for the prevention of osteoporosis |
| Summary |
This text addresses the expanding role of resistance training for health, disease prevention and rehabilitation. It presents a clear and sound rationale for including resistance training as a health benefit, pointing out the areas in which it helps |
| Analysis |
Exercise Therapy |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Weight training.
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Exercise therapy.
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Exercise Therapy.
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Weight Lifting.
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Weight Lifting.
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Physical Fitness.
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Exercise Therapy.
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| Author |
Franklin, Barry A.
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Graves, James E., 1954-
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| LC no. |
2001024450 |
| ISBN |
0736001786 |
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