Effective Strength Training: Analysis and Technique for Upper-Body, Lower-Body, and Trunk Exercises

by Douglas Brooks

With expert analysis of technique for more than 100 resistance training exercises, Effective Strength Training is just the guide you need to ensure these exercises are performed correctly and with minimal risk.

Drawing on the latest scientific principles and theories related to resistance training, Effective Strength Training provides the "how" and the "why" behind the proper performance of popular upper-body, lower-body,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0736041818
• ISBN13: 9780736041812
• Release Date: June 2001
• Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Effective Strength Training

It was a book I needed for a class-I recommend it for anyone that wants to start or improve there weight lifting program

Effective Indeed!

The information in this book is far more worth the dollar value. Mr. Douglas is a talented writer and extremely wise man. The book's focus is on correct lifting technique, with a few pages discussing program design. It is similiar to Muscle Mechanics by Everett Aaberg, but describes more excercises. It also debunks many resistance training myths and explores the use of high-risk exercises and their appropriateness. The "10-step any exercise drill" will help you choose the right exercises.I highly recommend this book to anyone who resistance trains, and wants to do it effectively, safely, and for many years to come. Check out his other books if you want expert advice on training.