| Description |
viii, 359 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm |
| Series |
Science of strength and conditioning series |
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Science of strength and conditioning series.
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| Contents |
Tests, data analysis, and conclusions / Matthew R. Rhea, and Mark D. Peterson -- Body composition / Nicholas A. Ratamess -- Heart rate and blood pressure / Daniel G. Drury -- Metabolic rate / Wayne C. Miller -- Aerobic power / Jonathan H. Anning -- Lactate threshold / Dave Morris -- Muscular strength / Gavin L. Moir -- Muscular endurance / Gavin L. Moir -- Power / Mark D. Peterson -- Speed and agility / N. Travis Triplett -- Mobility / Sean P. Flanagan -- Balance and stability / Sean P. Flanagan |
| Summary |
"NSCA's Guide to Tests and Assessments presents the latest research from respected scientists and practitioners in exercise testing and assessment. The text begins with an introduction to testing, data analysis, and formulating conclusions. It then features a by-chapter presentation of tests and assessments for body composition, heart rate and blood pressure, metabolic rate, aerobic power, lactate threshold, muscular strength, muscular endurance, power, speed and agility, mobility, and balance and stability. Using descriptions of multiple test options for each key fitness component, readers will learn to choose from a range of alternatives to meet the needs of their athletes, reach training objectives, choose from available equipment, and work within budgets. Each chapter provides a summary detailing the key testing and assessment information for each fitness component, the equipment needed for performing the tests, step-by-step instructions, normative data for the tests, and multiple test options per conditioning component. Insights into the applications of testing for certain fitness components are also presented: the value of body composition assessments in determining health and fitness levels for competitive athletes as well as individuals across the life span; how an understanding of 24-hour energy expenditure can be useful in structuring a complete diet and exercise plan for weight loss, gain, or maintenance; how to select a maximal or submaximal aerobic power test that is specific to the demands of a client's or athlete's sport; discussion of the mechanical and physiological factors shown to influence the expression of muscular strength; an examination of the relevant factors influencing power production and explosive movement capacity; differences between mobility and flexibility and a discussion of the acute versus chronic effects of static stretching; and theories and concepts of balance and stability."--Publisher |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Athletic ability -- Testing.
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Exercise tests.
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Physical fitness -- Evaluation.
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Muscle strength.
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Physical fitness -- Measurement.
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Physical fitness -- Testing.
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Physical fitness.
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Athletic Performance -- physiology.
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Physical Fitness -- physiology.
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Exercise Test -- methods.
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Exercise -- physiology.
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Physical Examination.
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Sports -- physiology.
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| Genre/Form |
Guideline.
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| Author |
Miller, Todd, 1967- editor of compilation
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National Strength & Conditioning Association (U.S.)
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| LC no. |
2011038488 |
| ISBN |
0736083685 (hard cover) |
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9780736083683 |
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