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"The field of strength and conditioning is always evolving and this book provides current research to help readers to stay informed. It should be a part of the library of professionals and students who are affiliated with this field." (Doody′s, 17 February 2012)
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"The field of strength and conditioning is always evolving and this book provides current research to help readers to stay informed. It should be a part of the library of professionals and students who are affiliated with this field." (Doody's, 17 February 2012)
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is truely a unique textbook on strenght and conditioning. Very complete, with an excellent structure and with every author who can possibly make a contribution on this field.
I would recommend this book to anyone working in strength and conditioning, especially those who would like to improve their background knowledge on this matter.
I think this is them most complete reference textbook on strength and conditioning which has been published so far: a new standard has definitely been set!
I would recommend this book to anyone working in strength and conditioning, especially those who would like to improve their background knowledge on this matter.
I think this is them most complete reference textbook on strength and conditioning which has been published so far: a new standard has definitely been set!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you work in strength and conditioning - as a practitioner, researcher, or both - I highly recommend you purchase this book.
It is an excellent resource that covers pretty much anything you'll ever need to know about strength and conditioning, and the various fields that contribute to this process.
And, if you want to find out anything more about a particular area you'll find that it's supported by up to date research.
If you're interested in this field, get this book.
It is an excellent resource that covers pretty much anything you'll ever need to know about strength and conditioning, and the various fields that contribute to this process.
And, if you want to find out anything more about a particular area you'll find that it's supported by up to date research.
If you're interested in this field, get this book.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Excellent Review of C&S Scientific Literature
23 Feb 2012
Format:Paperback
This book is an excellent review of maybe the last 3 decades of scientific literature and studies on strength and conditioning and the body's biological adaptations to training stresses. It covers neurological, muscle, bone, and connective tissue structures, function, and adaptations.
The book does an extremely good job of identifying what is known to be fact, what might be true, and what is only conjecture and needs more study. Every statement is supported with numerous references; indeed the references are probably the strongest point of this book (I would guess there are ~1500 references).
My only complaints:
- It's has a western focus and misses a lot of Eastern European scientific knowledge. I highly recommend reading Dr. Yuri Verkhoshansky's books in addition to this.
- The material is extremely broad by design, resulting in inadequate focus on any particular subject.
Overall, it's a fantastic book but it must be supplemented with Verkhoshansky, books on block periodization, sports nutrition, and other books specific to the sport of interest.
Lastly, don't buy this expecting an easy read. It's several notches below reading scientific journals, but way above your typical "X for Idiots" book.
The book does an extremely good job of identifying what is known to be fact, what might be true, and what is only conjecture and needs more study. Every statement is supported with numerous references; indeed the references are probably the strongest point of this book (I would guess there are ~1500 references).
My only complaints:
- It's has a western focus and misses a lot of Eastern European scientific knowledge. I highly recommend reading Dr. Yuri Verkhoshansky's books in addition to this.
- The material is extremely broad by design, resulting in inadequate focus on any particular subject.
Overall, it's a fantastic book but it must be supplemented with Verkhoshansky, books on block periodization, sports nutrition, and other books specific to the sport of interest.
Lastly, don't buy this expecting an easy read. It's several notches below reading scientific journals, but way above your typical "X for Idiots" book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Excellent in depth look at many S&C priciples
10 Nov 2011
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I have really enjoyed this text and have gone back to it numerous times. All claims made by authors are very well referenced which it a huge plus.
As the book states this is a look at biological principles of S&C and it also touches on practical applications as well (rather biased toward the principles though)This is not a book to grab if you are looking for a new workout, but if you want cutting edge information on how the human responds to exercise in order to enhance your learning and/or coaching this is an excellent text. I highly recommend it.
As the book states this is a look at biological principles of S&C and it also touches on practical applications as well (rather biased toward the principles though)This is not a book to grab if you are looking for a new workout, but if you want cutting edge information on how the human responds to exercise in order to enhance your learning and/or coaching this is an excellent text. I highly recommend it.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
good book
13 Oct 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Honestly, has waaaaay more biological principles than practical applications. Very understandable book, however, Id only recomend if you have taken a few coures in human biology, anatomy, and physiology.
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