Dr. David Nieman sets the record straight. He presents the bottom line on what exercise can and cannot do to benefit personal health. Nieman examines how major diseases and health afflictions can be prevented and controlled by appropriate exercise programs. With the help of a question and answer format, he reveals what the latest research says about the benefits and risks of exercise on such conditions as:? coronary heart disease, ? cancer, ? stroke, ? diabetes, ? osteoporosis,? arthritis, ? low back pain, ? asthma, ? infection,? high blood pressure, ? obesity, ? and more. This comprehensive, no-nonsense guide also devotes special attention to physical fitness and activity issues specific to children, teenagers, women, and the elderly. The book answers such important questions as ?Does physical activity improve the health of children and youth and carry over into adulthood?,? ?Can too much exercise be harmful to women?,? and ?Is exercise as beneficial for older people as it is for younger people?? The Exercise-Health Connection cuts through the hype and presents the true benefits and risks of exercise.About the AuthorDavid C. Nieman, DrPH, FACSM, has been a professor of health and exercise science for more than 25 years. He currently teaches at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. Not only is he the author of several books, including Fitness and Sports Medicine: A Health-Related Approach, Nutritional Assessment, and Fitness and Your Health, but he has written more than 200 articles that have appeared in such publications as Women?s Sports and Fitness, ACE Fitness Matters, and Vibrant Life. He is also on the editorial boards of the International Journal of Sport Nutrition, Sports Medicine, Training and Rehabilitation, and Exercise Immunology Annual. Nieman received a doctorate in public health from Loma Linda University in California in 1984. In addition to being a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine, he is certified as a Health/Fitness Instructor by that organization. He is also a member of the American Public Health Association and the American Physiological Society.Table of ContentsPart I: Physical Activity, Health, and the Human BodyChapter 1. Physical Activity Components and HealthChapter 2. How the Body Adapts to ExercisePart II: Physical Activity, Disease, and DisabilityChapter 3. Coronary Heart DiseaseChapter 4. CancerChapter 5. StrokeChapter 6. DiabetesChapter 7. OsteoporosisChapter 8. ArthritisChapter 9. Injury and Low Back PainChapter 10. AsthmaChapter 11. Infection and the Immune SystemChapter 12. Cigarette SmokingChapter 13. Blood CholesterolChapter 14. High Blood PressureChapter 15. Nutritional HabitsChapter 16. SleepChapter 17. Weight ManagementChapter 18.  (less)

The book begins with an explanation of the MRI technology and how theinformation acquired from it takes the guesswork out of training. Teschthen provides a brief anatomical overview, focusing most on the majorarm and leg muscle groups that will be targeted in the exercise sectionthat follows.A total of 60 lifts are included for the biceps, triceps, thigh, andcalf muscles. Two large photos showing the starting and liftingpositions are shown for each lift. Instructions for proper liftingtechnique accompany the photos. On a facing page, an enlargedphotograph of the specific muscle group and body part is complementedby a description of the muscle function involved in the lift. Pairedwith this information is a large MRI scan showing the amount ofactivity generated in each muscle involved in the lift.At the end of the book, Tesch explains how to develop a successfulbodybuilding program. He also provides a number of tips for beginning,intermediate, and advanced trainers.Take the guesswork out of training. With the help of MRI technology, TargetBodybuilding goes inside the body to show the best techniques forbuilding and sculpting the muscles.About the AuthorPer Tesch is an internationally recognized expertin the field of strength training. He is a professor of physiology atthe Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, where he has conductednumerous scientific research studies on skeletal muscle adaptations toweightlifting. Dr. Tesch has been awarded research grants from severalrenowned agencies, including NASA, the Swedish Sports Federation, theSwedish Air Force, and the U.S. Army. A fellow of the American Collegeof Sports Medicine, Tesch has published more than 130 scientificpapers. He has also served as a regular contributor to such magazinesas Muscle and Fitness and Ironman. A flatwater kayaker on the Swedish National Team, Tesch has had along-time interest in applied exercise physiology. He has served as anexercise physiology consultant to several Olympic teams. He enjoyskayaking, weight training, skiing, skating, and reading. His currentresidence is in Stockholm, Sweden. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Muscles and MRIChapter 2. Front of Upper ArmChapter 3. Back Of Upper ArmChapter 4. ThighChapter 5. CalfChapter 6. Targeted Bodybuilding Programs and PrescriptionsWords of Praise ""Target Bodybuilding brings science to muscle building. It?sguaranteed to become one of your favorite references for sculpting theperfect physique. Per Tesch has created a blockbuster contribution tothe bodybuilding world-part reference book, part workout tool, and parttraining inspiration. It takes the science of bodybuilding to the nextlevel and is a must for every "  (less)

improving the way they look and feel.Unfortunately, many people who participate in resistance training never learn the proper way to work out with weights. They train haphazardly and end up doing more harm than good.Muscle Mechanics was written to teach resistance trainers the safest and most effective techniques for performing 73 exercises. For each exercise, the book provides detailed, full-body or waist-down illustrations to show which muscles should be used for each lift. Several exercises are included for each region and for every major muscle group of the body.Author Everett Aaberg, a expert on resistance training, also provides lifters with an introduction to selecting and combining the exercises to form a program that is appropriate for their abilities and goals. He explains how to determine the appropriate number of sets, repetitions, and amount of resistance, and he provides several sample programs.Muscle Mechanics gives resistance trainers the information they need to get the results they want. It?s ideal for anyone interested in gaining strength and improving muscular development, from fitness enthusiasts to competitive athletes. It?s also the perfect tool for those who teach resistance training, such as strength and conditioning coaches and personal trainers.About the AuthorEverett Aaberg has been both a teacher and practitioner of resistance training for over 15 years. He is currently the Director of Education and Personal Training for International Athletic Club Management, Inc. in Dallas, Texas. Formerly the Education Coordinator and Senior Trainer at the world-renowned Cooper Fitness Center, he now serves as an instructor at the Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research for a specialty certification course entitled ""The Biomechanics of Strength Training."" Aaberg holds a bachelor?s degree in exercise sciences and recreation management with continuing education in exercise physiology, anatomy, kinesiology, biomechanics, and nutrition. He is a resistance training specialist and a certified personal trainer through some of the most highly accredited organizations in the United States-including the American Council on Exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He?s also a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.Aaberg has extensive practical experience in resistance training. He has instructed and trained thousands of athletes and fitness enthusiasts, coaches, fitness instructors, and personal trainers. Plus, he has personally used resistance training throughout his life for health and fitness as well as for preparation for "  (less)

instant ""experts"" in the market today, it?s difficult to know who to trust to guide you in the right direction.The Health Fitness Handbook is the answer. This no-nonsense, information-packed guide combines the latest research with sound medical advice. Together, the authors have 95 years of experience researching, prescribing, teaching, and writing on fitness and other health-related topics. They offer honest, reliable answers to your fitness questions in easy-to-understand language.Inside this book, you?ll find everything you need to start a safe, effective fitness program or to make your current program even more beneficial. Franks, Howley, and Iyriboz help you:? understand what?s important for your own health and fitness, ? evaluate your current fitness level, ? set realistic fitness goals based on your individual needs, and ? learn how to change health-related behaviors to meet your long-term goals. They also present the best exercises for improving aerobic fitness, flexibility, and strength and cover other important aspects of healthy living, including weight control, nutrition, injury prevention, and stress reduction. Being fit means being able to enjoy a full life with less risk of major health problems. It also leads to more energy, less stress, and better performance in everything you do. Let The Health Fitness Handbook be the guide to take you there.About the AuthorB. Don Franks is a professor in and chair of the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Maryland. Franks is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education (AAKPE), and the Research Consortium of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD). He is also a former president of AAKPE and the Research Consortium of AAHPERD. He was Senior Program Advisor for the President?s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports in 1995, and he received that group?s Distinguished Service Award the following year. He received his PhD in exercise science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Franks lives in Silver Spring, MD.Edward T. Howley is a professor of exercise science at the University of Tennessee, where he frequently has been honored for his excellence in teaching. He has been active in the ACSM as a Fellow, as president of the southeast chapter, as chair of the certification committee, as a faculty member in the ACSM health fitness certification workshops, and as a member of the ACSM Preventive and Rehabilitative Committee, which developed the college?s various certification programs. Howley holds a PhD in physical education from the University of Wisconsin at Madison and certification as a program director from the ACSM. He lives in Knoxville"  (less)

ACSM Fitness Book offers the total package from one of the most respected organizations in the field.In its first two editions, the ACSM Fitness Book sold more than 100,000 copies. Now the classic has been enhanced and expanded with the tools you need to succeed. From simple, step-by-step instruction to new insights on nutrition, weight control, motivation, and overcoming setbacks, the authors provide the help you need to reach beyond your personal best.The key to making any fitness program effective is finding the right level of difficulty for your current ability and creating a plan that will take you to the next level. With a simple and scientifically proven fitness test, the ACSM Fitness Book gives you everything you need to determine your starting point and monitor your ongoing progress. With sample programs, worksheets, and more, ACSM Fitness Book takes the guesswork out of getting started and offers color photos of a variety of exercises that require minimal equipment and space.Whether your objective is to improve cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, or overall body condition, the ACSM Fitness Book will lay out a proven plan for reaching your goal in a way that works for you. Richly illustrated and easy to follow, it is the one book you need for the tools, and the motivation, to put your personal fitness program on track.About the AuthorThe American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is dedicated to promoting healthier lifestyles for people around the globe through scientific research, education, and the practical application of knowledge in sports medicine and exercise science. The ACSM has more than 18,000 international, national, and regional members in 80 countries who work in a wide range of medical specialties, allied health professions, and scientific disciplines. This diversity and expertise make the ACSM the largest, most-respected sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world. Table of ContentsChapter 1. An Active LifestyleChapter 2. Nutrition, Physical Activity, and HealthChapter 3. Getting Ready to ExerciseChapter 4. Assessing Your Fitness : The ACSM Fitness TestChapter 5. Beginning ExercisesChapter 6. The ACSM Fitness ProgramChapter 7. Staying ActiveWords of Praise""This book is full of good advice on the health benefits of regular physical activity. It provides information about specific exercises and activities, helps you increase your motivational readiness, and gives you the behavioral skills to become more active. Use this material to permanently increase your physical activity and reap the enormous health benefits that will result.""Steven N. Blair, PED, FACSMFormer president American College of Sports Medicine"  (less)