Baechle, Thomas R., 1943-

Fitness professional's guide to strength training older adults / Strength training older adults Thomas R. Baechle, Wayne L. Westcott. - Second edition. - xiv, 330 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm

Revised edition of: Strength training for seniors / Wayne L. Westcott, Thomas R. Baechle. c1999.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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.

073607581X 9780736075817

2009054272


Physical fitness for older people
Physical education for older people
Exercise for older people--Physiological aspects
Weight training
Muscle strength.
Older people.
Muscle strength--Physiology.
Physical fitness.
Resistance Training--methods
Middle Aged

RA781 / .W42 2010

613.70446