Fitness professional's guide to strength training older adults /
[Book]
Thomas R. Baechle, Wayne L. Westcott
2nd ed
Champaign, IL :
Human Kinetics,
c2010
xiv, 330 p. :
ill. ;
26 cm
Rev. ed. 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