Strength Training Past 50 - 2nd Edition (Ageless Athlete Series)
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| Rating | : | 4.97 (973 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 073606771X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 264 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-08 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This book gives older exercisers all the information they need to get started, including advice on testing for strength and how to pick a qualified personal trainer. . But no matter how old you are when you start, strength training has nearly immediate benefits: more muscle mass, more strength, less fat. Muscle loss is inevitable through the years if you're sedentary. Strength training is an equal-opportunity exercise system; studies show that anyone who tries it can benefit
greetings said Good for middle-ages and reasonably fit seniors as the title suggests.. The title of this book reflects the contents very well. As long as you have a good working knowledge of up to date safety recommendations and practices, (there are some out-dated photos of seniors don't knee bends where their knee goes way in front of the foot, instead of the modern squat) then the detailed charts and suggested progressions for strength training are really useful. I brought it in to convince some of my strong seniors to let go of the darn Good for middle-ages and reasonably fit seniors as the title suggests. greetings The title of this book reflects the contents very well. As long as you have a good working knowledge of up to date safety recommendations and practices, (there are some out-dated photos of seniors don't knee bends where their knee goes way in front of the foot, instead of the modern squat) then the detailed charts and suggested progressions for strength training are really useful. I brought it in to convince some of my strong seniors to let go of the darn 4 pound weights and choose something higher! I think this would be particularly useful for young personal trainers who aren't used to working with seniors, and therefore te. pound weights and choose something higher! I think this would be particularly useful for young personal trainers who aren't used to working with seniors, and therefore te. Helpful to the elder exerciser. A great method of education for those who are older, but want to be wiser about their fitness. Know your machines and "what" they work. Know your body parts and "how" they work. Wisdom saves time. Be wise, learn, then burn (calories).. not as expected This book is not for someone who has no access to machines. A lot of the book is devoted to the use of gym equipment. I was hoping for more instruction when there are no machinesor trainers.a basic book for beginners. This is not that book.
Strength Training Past 50 has everything you need to start enjoying these benefits or to jump-start your current routine:-63 exercises for both free weights and machines-14 workout plans for increasing size, endurance, and strength -Sport-specific programs for running, cycling, swimming, skiing, tennis, and golf-Eating plans for increased strength gainsStrength Training Past 50 will keep you active, healthy, and looking great with workouts and programs designed just for you!. Increase your strength to improve your health, your appearance, and your performance—with Strength Training Past 50! Strength training has numerous advantages for the active adult, including enhanced athletic performance and reduced risk of disease, including decreased symptoms of arthritis, diabetes, and osteoporosis