Help your older, female clients stay strong and feel great as they move through middle age and beyond with "Age Strong: A Woman’s Guide to Feeling Fit After 40"! Let personal trainer Rachel Cosgrove show you how to help your older, female clients increase metabolism, lose body fat, decrease osteoporosis risk and boost their stamina. This important book will motivate you to follow a tried-and-true progression that has worked for hundreds of women who have maintained both health and fitness into their 50s, 60s, and beyond. You'll discover real world techniques help your client meet the aging process head-on and learn how to set (and meet!) appropriate goals. The comprehensive text is accompanied by high-resolution, full-color photos that show you how to safely perform 73 traditional strength exercises as well as 41 mobility and warm-up movements to strengthen upper body, lower body and core while building her confidence and empowering her to live her best life as she ages.

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Fitness expert Pete McCall provides straightforward science-based information on how the same high-intensity exercise that provides a number of health benefits—from increased lean muscle mass to burning fat to reduced heart rate—can also influence human physiology in a way that can reduce the biological effects of time. Learn about the impacts of aging on the body and how to keep getting results from working out hard and pushing yourself to your limits while doing it safely, lowering the risk of injury, and building in the needed recovery for a body that may be starting to show signs of aging. You'll gain practical knowledge on the importance of strength and power, mobility work, and recovery as the keys to boosting your efforts to build and maintain muscle, burn calories, and help joints stay mobile as the body ages. The exercises included are designed to be challenging and deliver tangible benefits to middle-aged and older adults. Save time with the predesigned workouts or customize a complete workout plan to maximize your results and combat the effects of aging.

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Great athletes make difficult moves look effortless with a combination of skill, strength, and balance. Traditional conditioning builds a fitness base, but modern sports training takes into account athletic movement patterns. Athletic Body in Balance is the first guide of its kind to show you how to train for smooth, fluid movement and prevent muscle imbalances, mobility restrictions, stability problems, and injuries. Physical therapist and sports conditioning expert Gray Cook has proven the effectiveness of this approach through the performances of athletes in the NFL, NBA, NHL and WNBA. His methods will help you identify functional weaknesses; correct imbalances; and refine sport-specific movement skills such as jumping, kicking, cutting, and turning. You will see where your client's conditioning is breaking down and how to get their program back on track. Whereas other books concentrate simply on maximizing obvious strengths, Athletic Body in Balance focuses on exposing and overcoming weaknesses to form a foundation for long-term training gains. Learn how to maintain what your client's gain and build on their improvements. 222 pages, softcover.

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"Back Exercise" will help you understand the reasons why your clients may suffer with back pain and dysfunction. You will start with a guided assessment of your client's current back health and you will learn to assess their functional capacity by using several simple exercises that will also help to identify postural deviations and muscular imbalances in your client's body. This brand-new course also features 60 innovative exercises designed to stabilize and strengthen the spine. Finally, you will explore exercise guidelines for five common spinal conditions: nonspecific low back pain, disc bulge and herniation, spondylolisthesis, stenosis, and spinal surgeries such as spinal fusion. Six months’ worth of tailored exercise plans are also presented for each condition, offering a safe progression of exercises to improve mobility, increase stability, and reduce pain.229 pages, softcover.

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Don’t get stuck in the same old routine: The "Complete Guide to Landmine Training" is your key to adding versatile, joint-friendly workouts to your training. Whether your client is training for fitness or function, joint pain can limit their appropriate training options. The need for an alternative way to load the body in unique, joint-friendly positions is the core of why landmine training is growing in popularity. The "Complete Guide to Landmine Training" is the ultimate resource for everything you need to know about this powerful training device. Renowned coaches David Otey and Joe Drake break down the science behind landmine training, why it works, where it is most effective, and how you can immediately begin to reap its benefits. Inside the book you will training protocols for everyone from athletes to seniors to those recovering from injury as well as over 35 workouts to train for total body conditioning, advanced conditioning, hypertrophy, strength, and power.

This book is so thorough that it has earned the endorsement of TRX! This brand new, second edition (2022) is the authoritative guide to Suspension Training. This is a one-of-a-kind resource designed to take workouts to unprecedented levels; it includes instructions for more than 115 exercises, complete with photo sequences, variations, and safety recommendations so you can learn how to develop and integrate strength, power, core stability, flexibility, and balance. In the gym, at home, or on the road, this guide is the ultimate training companion. With over thirty ready-to-use programs, you have options for any situation and every desire. It is all here.

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There is no magic diet scheme, meal plan, or one-size-fits-all workout that will help everyone achieve their weight loss goals, but "Diet Lies and Weight Loss Truths" is a trustworthy, evidence-based guidebook to help you find the approach that will work for your clients. You'll discover that weight loss is complicated and there is no single solution that works for everyone. "Diet Lies and Weight Loss Truths" cuts through all the confusion and provides real research and practical guidance on choosing a diet plan that will work! Boasting over 200 references, you’ll see the science that explains the biological, genetic, and psychological components that make weight loss difficult and you'll examine the pros and cons of 12 popular diet styles like keto, low carb, raw food, and cleanses.

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Written by Dr. Chad Waterbury to address the specific performance and fitness needs of men, Elite Physique shows how your clients can achieve sustainable physical changes by manipulating sets, reps, and frequency and by deciding when and how to use advanced training methods. You'll discover innovative exercises for the upper and lower body and core and you'll find tips on altering exercises to alleviate stress on the primary joints, You'll also learn the finer points of sculpting the midsection and realistic ways to create programs that target a specific body part, either as an add-on to full-body training or as a stand-alone plan. Waterbury also includes advice on how to make primal exercises such as squats, deadlifts, and presses more joint friendly for older men. If your client is looking for the most effective approach to ignite their physical transformation, Elite Physique is a go-to resource you'll use over and over. In addition, this beautiful book features crisp, full color photographs and glossy pages, making it look more like a high end fitness magazine than a CE textbook. Based on the most recent, evidence-based strategies for making workouts more effective, "Elite Physique" features over 100 exercises and 50 exercise videos for men who want to to build muscle and burn fat.

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This comprehensive course covers a wide spectrum of injuries and the appropriate tests for examining and diagnosing them. You will learn to obtain an accurate injury history from the patient, inspect the injury and related areas, test motion control, palpate both bone and soft tissues, and examine function in order to gauge the player's readiness to return to play. Full-color photos and medical artwork have been added throughout the text to clarify testing techniques and enhance knowledge of relevant body structures and expanded selection of special tests and injury-specific examinations are presented in an accessible, user-friendly format.

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Newly revised & rewritten for 2016, this comprehensive reference gives you the latest ACSM exercise protocol and guidelines for 46 separate chronic diseases and disabilities -- virtually every special population group you can think of. You will also appreciate the expanded list of medications and real life case studies. This book from Human Kinetics should be in the library of every serious athletic trainer, physical therapist, massage therapist and fitness professional. Course includes hard-cover textbook, separate testing booklet and free, instant grading.

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Written for women by a woman, "Functional Core for Women" explains the core’s anatomy to show how the abs and glutes work together with more than 45 ab and glute exercises that are designed to improve physique, function, and strength. Derived from a variety of disciplines, including traditional weight training, Pilates and yoga, each exercise features step-by-step instructions, variations, equipment options, progressions and regressions. You’ll also find detailed sample workouts to get you started, along with the guidance you need to create and customize your own program. If your client has struggled with building a stronger core to improve her fitness and self-confidence, it’s time for a transformation! With "Functional Core for Women" you can help your client challenge her existing fitness level and unlock the potential to change the way her body looks and feels.

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Revised and rewritten for 2021, the second edition of Kettlebell Training is an easy-to-use, no-nonsense guide that will get you started setting goals, assessing fitness, and selecting exercises. Whether you are training athletes or seniors, you'll learn how to exercise safely and efficiently to maximize results. The new edition has been expanded with almost 100 updated kettlebell exercises, each accompanied by step-by-step instruction, detailed photo sequences, and training tips -- instantly accessible and perfect for training indoors or outdoors, at home or in the gym. More than exercises, Kettlebell Training contains proven programs that will produce results. You'll learn how to create a routine based on your client's individual needs, goals, and schedule. Short on time? You'll love the sample fitness, strength, and conditioning programs or for your clients who play sports, one of the sport-specific routines for football, soccer, mixed martial arts, or tennis. Whether you are training for performance, appearance, or general fitness, Kettlebell Training has the exercises, programs, and advice you need for the results you want.

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This third edition of Low Back Disorders contains all of the essential tools for those with low back maladies. Strong foundational information on anatomy and injury mechanisms guide readers through the essential functions of the structures of the low back and related tissues, and common misconceptions about pain and discomfort are addressed and corrected. The text provides detailed insights into injury assessment by an extensively expanded set of tests with accompanying instructions. These provide guidance and recommendations for individualized rehabilitation strategies and exercises. In addition to offering strategies for relieving and potentially eliminating pain, the text provides insight into the conditions and environments that may initially cause back pain and makes recommendations on reducing these influences so that clients can be pain free.

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Mobility is the foundation for training and "The Modern Art and Science of Mobility" willteach you exercises to alleviate pain, improve posture, and release muscle tension for a more comfortable and enjoyable quality of life for your clients. Whether your client is a casual exerciser or an elite athlete, you will learn how to preserve and maintain their body with over 300 exercises designed to improve mobility, facilitate recovery, reduce pain, and activate muscles. Choose from over 50 progressive training routines that can be used as is or customized to target specific functional chains. You’ll find exercise recommendations based on body region, activity, and primary goal, and you’ll learn to incorporate a variety of techniques and popular equipment, including resistance bands, medicine balls, and stability balls. This gorgeous textbook provides a stunning visual presentation with over 1,200 photos and 100 original illustrations, all printed in full color on glossy paper --- like a high-end magazine.

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Featuring more than 600 full-color photographs, "Myofascial Training" will show you how to reset the network of fascia, the connective tissues that support and protect the muscles and bones that facilitate movement. Following five fundamental strategies you will learn specific whole-body exercises for the fascia. Expert instruction will teach you specific sequences to improve function, enhance performance, recover from injury, and release tension. Whether you want to improve your client's activities of daily living or enhance their athletic performance, the benefits of mobilizing the fascia network are significant. With "Myofascial Training", you will learn to train the body as a functional unit.

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Whether you are preparing for competition or simply eating for an active lifestyle, let this leading sports nutritionist show you how to get maximum benefit from the foods you choose and the meals you make. Learn what to eat before and during exercise and events and how to refuel for optimal recovery and find the latest research and recommendations on supplements, energy drinks, organic foods, fluid intake, popular diets, carbohydrate and protein intake, training, competition, fat reduction, and muscle gain. Whether you are seeking advice on getting energized for exercise or improving your health and performance, this new edition of the Sports Nutrition Guidebook has the answers you can trust.

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This comprehensive guide brings together 48 of the field’s top researchers and practitioners to build this one-of-a-kind resource. From theory to practice, discover evidence-based ways to help your heavy clients get stronger, fitter, and healthier. You will encounter the latest information regarding the epidemiology, definition, and classification of obesity including a frank discussion of popular weight loss medications on the market. Learn how to redefine your role as an exercise professional as a valuable member of a multidisciplinary client weight management team. An authoritative resource for exercise professionals, "Obesity and Weight Management" bridges the gap between research and practice in creating solutions for safe, effective, and personalized weight loss journeys.

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This well-written textbook features full-color anatomical illustrations and step-by-step instructions for 40 of the most effective stretches to eliminate pain, alleviate muscle soreness, improve balance, and prevent common injuries. In addition, you'll find sample stretching programs that you can personalize to meet your client's needs. Elite athletes have long relied on personalized stretching programs to improve flexibility and prevent injury, but what you might not know is that many of those targeted stretches have a much broader application, one that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine. Best of all, this course will show you how to quickly assess the sources of chronic pain and then identify specific stretches to reduce discomfort.

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Without proper recovery, your client won’t be fully prepared for their next session — or reap the full benefits of your training plan. "Smarter Recovery" changes that, delivering evidence-based information and practical advice to effectively integrate this essential step into your comprehensive training routine. Pete McCall, renowned personal trainer and author of the best-selling "Smarter Workouts", cuts through the hype to explain what you really need to maximize your recovery and feel your best. With dozens of exercises and stretches for recovery and mobility, "Smarter Recovery" breaks down the most effective tools, techniques, and methods, including the use of massage guns, foam rollers and other popular recovery tools. With separate sections on how to integrate proper nutrition and adequate sleep into your recovery plan, "Smarter Recovery" takes the guesswork out of designing and implementing a comprehensive recovery plan that works to the needs of your clients, whether they are athletes, older adults or weekend warriors.

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In Smarter Workouts, fitness expert Pete McCall details the effects of exercise on the body so you can identify what will work best for your client. You'll start by assessing your client and identifying their goals, both functional and performance based. He offers suggestions for fat‐burning workouts that produce real results by amping up the metabolism with sweat‐ inducing conditioning work. He also offers workouts that improve mobility for better balance and coordination and muscle strengthening options for better performance and functional movement. McCall offers a plethora of different exercise options based on goals, the training environment and equipment availability including kettlebells, med balls, elastic tubes and more. "Smarter Workouts" gives you the solutions you need to work anywhere with your client without spending a lot of money on expensive equipment ‐‐ all while improving performance, reducing the risk of injury and targeting your client's personal goals. The course includes soft‐cover textbook, separate testing booklet and free, instant grading.

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This eye-opening course is a practical guide to understanding and applying soft tissue release (STR), including how it can be used to deactivate trigger points and maximize patient outcomes for treatment and rehabilitation. You are sure to appreciate the detailed instruction and the numerous full-color photos will help you gain proficiency and confidence in applying these techniques. This course thoroughly explains the differences between the three types of STR passive (clients do not help), active-assisted (clients and therapists work together), and active (clients do it on their own) and provides step-by-step descriptions for performing each type. This edition incorporates new content on how soft tissue release may be used to deactivate trigger points, aiding in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain and speeding recovery and a return to activity.

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This course should be required reading for ATs, PTs and coaches from every discipline. Sport First Aid, Sixth Edition provides detailed steps for both prevention and the initial treatment for the most common sport-related injuries. This comprehensive guide covers initial assessment and treatment for bleeding, soft tissue injury and unstable injuries as well as how to move an injured athlete and how and when (or if) to return an athlete to play. The updated sixth edition also reflects the latest guidelines for administering CPR and treating concussion, dehydration, and heat illness based on guidance from leading health organizations. This important course is authored by an unparalleled team of experts in athletic training, sports medicine, exercise science and physiology, strength and conditioning, and sport coaching.

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This is an authoritative guide covering more than 150 common sports injuries. Chapters cover injuries for most body regions and include anatomical drawings of the injured area, a description of common causes, identification clues, an explanation of symptoms, immediate treatment options, and guidelines for returning to action. This second edition also features new chapters explaining how and why injuries happen, as well as how comprehensive strength and conditioning programs can prevent injuries from occurring in the first place.

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Brand new for 2024, this is a brand new CE course with a new course title and/or new approval numbers for your CE awards. Many weight loss plans focus only on cardio training -- with an inherent risk of losing muscle mass as well as fat. In "Strength Training for Fat Loss, Second Edition", internationally renowned trainer Nick Tumminello shows you how to implement strength training programs to burn fat and add muscle to transform your client's physique. He explains how using metabolic strength training modalities -- circuits, combinations, and complexes -- will enhance metabolism and maximize fat loss while maintaining and adding muscle. He discusses how to defuse concerns your female clients may have about "bulking up" as a result of strength training. You'll love how he explains the benefits of strength training for fat loss for clients who for a variety of reasons ("bad knees", "bad hips", "cardio is boring") don't want to, or cannot, use the treadmill, stationary bike or elliptical trainer. This remarkable book will give you a new appreciation for how to integrate fat loss protocols into your client's routines.

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The New Power Eating brings together the latest scientific research on nutrition and does not just explain what to eat but also when to eat and how to adjust eating plans to your body's specific energy needs. Whether it’s a heavy or light training day, in peak season or off-season, you’ll learn how to achieve your physique and performance goals safely and effectively. You'll appreciate the updated details on safe supplements you'll love the frank discussion of how to evaluates specific product and brands for purity, potency, digestibility, and absorption. In addition, you'll discover the fascinating science of gender-specific nutrition to maximize your power eating program.

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If your client is a woman over age 35, she needs fitness and wellness advice that's uniquely tailored to her needs. More than an exercise guide, Total Body Beautiful explores the changes that women experience during and after pregnancy, during perimenopause, and during and after menopause. You’ll learn how hormones affect your physical body and emotional wellness, the effects of exercise on the brain, and how nutrition affects the way you look and feel. You'll also get practical and research-backed advice on improving strength, mobility, flexibility, and aerobic fitness and learn how to choose fitness activities based on your client's goals. With 100 different exercises—spanning yoga, Pilates, and strength exercises—you'll have plenty of options to choose from when creating your client's workouts.

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"Ultimate Abs: The Definitive Guide to Developing a Chiseled Six-Pack" offers a unique, science-based approach to abdominal training designed to help your client achieve the elusive six-pack. Featuring 130 innovative abdominal exercises, you'll learn progressions and regressions of each exercise to accommodate your client's specific fitness level. Whether you are training in a fully equipped gym or at home, you'll learn to achieve results based on the equipment you have available. You'll also learn the principles and misconceptions surrounding abdominal training so you can cut a direct path to the most effective way to develop a six-pack. Although stabilization exercises are included within the book, looks are the priority, and this text is an unapologetic guide to developing a chiseled six-pack, providing you with the tools you need to help your clients achieve their goals faster. Filled with expert coaching cues and an abdominal exercise library like no other, "Ultimate Abs" is a must-have guide for achieving a chiseled six pack.

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Looking for exercises to improve your fitness, maximize your cross-training, or recover from an injury or condition --all with little or no impact? Water Exercise is your complete resource for fitness and rehabilitation exercises. Water workouts are a fabulous way to exercise, no matter your current fitness level. Water exercise allows personalization of each workout plan: You can change the speed, intensity, or amount of rest based on your needs. Water Exercise is ideal for cross-training workouts and beginning to advanced fitness workouts. It will also help you recover from injury or manage a chronic condition. With underwater photos and simple instructions for each exercise, you will learn fun exercises in Water Exercise you can do in shallow or deep water. You'll also learn how to use optional equipment such as foam noodles and water buoys to strengthen muscles and improve flexibility.

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