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Murray, Robert, 1949-

Practical guide to exercise physiology / Exercise physiology Bob Murray, W. Larry Kenney. - xii, 195 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 28 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Warming up: Physiology 101 -- Muscles move us -- Food really is fuel -- Muscles need oxygen -- Fatigue: What is it good for? -- The science of training program design -- Principles of designing training programs -- Training for muscle mass and strength -- Training for weight loss -- Training for speed and power -- Training for aerobic endurance -- Special considerations -- Heat, cold, and altitude -- Training children, older adults, and pregnant women. Part I. 1. 2. 3. 4. Part II. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Part III. 10. 11.

"Practical Guide to Exercise Physiology gives health and fitness professionals the confidence to design physiologically sound exercise programs and explain to clients the science supporting the program design." --Publisher's website.

ISBN: 1450461808 9781450461801

LCCN: 2015020548

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Exercise--Physiological aspects.
Exercise--Physiology.
Exercise Movement Techniques
Physical Exertion

LC Class. No.: RA781 / .M87 2016

Dewey Class. No.: 613.71