xii, 347 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm
Contents
What is back stability? -- Biomechanics of the lumbar spine -- Stabilization mechanisms of the lumbar spine -- Principles of muscle imbalance -- Posture -- Muscle balance tests -- Foundation movements -- Limb loading -- Unstable base -- Gym ball -- Foam rollers -- Faults with traditional abdominal training -- Abdominal training using stability concepts -- Resistance training for core strength -- Speed and power in core training -- Functional training -- Preliminary client assessment -- Designing the program -- Case history illustrations
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-336) and index
