Why seniors should strength train -- Training principles and teaching strategies -- Exercise execution procedures and instruction -- Basic workout programs -- Intermediate and advanced workout programs -- Alternative exercises and programs -- Progress assessment -- Working with special populations -- Sport-specific training -- Nutrition for senior clients
Summary
Provides health and fitness instructors with information for designing strength training programs for older adults. The book offers basic and advanced sample programs, as well as sport conditioning programs
Notes
Rev. ed. of: Strength training for seniors / Wayne L. Westcott, Thomas R. Baechle. c1999
