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Recommended Reading Resources You do not need to buy all of these books, borrow from libraries and friends where possible. This list is at least 3 years old; look for later editions if possible Title Author/Publisher/ISBN Number Information/Notes Exercise Physiology McArdle. Katch & Katch A wealth of it depth information Williams Wilkins covering Energy Systems. Nutrition ISBN: 0181 125445 and Human Performance. An excellent reference book. Physiology of Sport Jack H. Willmore & David Costll This book is an excellent introductory and Exercise Human Kinetics text for undergraduate students. ISBN: 0736000844 Supremely written. With careful attention given to explaining concepts clearly in language appropriate for introductory students. This text is also impressively illustrated throughout. Fitness 8 Health Brian J. Sharkey PHD This study of fitness and health covers Human Kinetics aerobic and muscular ISBN: 0735039716 Fitness, nutrition, weight management, work and sport performance. Science of Flexibility Michael J. Atter Revised and updated version contains Human Kinetics new chapters on joint manipulation ISBN: 0873229770 and chiropractic adjustment, controversial stretches and flexibility for specific sports and health conditions. ACSM's Guidelines Lippincott. Williams & Wilkins The text for heath and fitness for Exercise Testing Human Kinetics professionals. Among the new topics and Prescription — ISBN: 08801145835 addressed are: supervision of 7th Ed exercise tests, absolute versus relative exercise intensity and legal issues. Advanced Fitness Vivian H. Heyward This book discusses exercise Assessment & Human Kinetics physiology fitness assessment and Exercise Prescription ISBN: 0880114835 exercise prescription. A useful text for Advanced Fitness Instructor and Client Appraisal Programmes. Living with Stress C.L. Cooper, R.D. Cooper & L. A useful reference book for those H. Eaker undertaking the client Appraisal Penguin Health module. ISBN: 0140098666 Essentials of Strength NSCA Editors: Thomas R. An in depth resource which explores Training & Baechle &· Roger WK Earle the scientific principles, concepts, Conditioning Human Kinetics theories and practicalities of strength ISBN: 0736000895 training.

Title Author/Publisher/ISBN Number Information/Notes Serious Strength Tudor O. Bompa PHD, Mauro Di Tudor Bompa expands on his Training Pasquale MD& Lorenzo J. periodised approach to strength Cornacchia training to include periodisation of Human Kinetics nutrition. ISBN: 0880118342 Designing Resistance Steve J. Fleck & William J. A guide to developing individualised Training Programmes Kraemer training programmes for both athletes Human Kinetics and fitness enthusiasts. The book ISBN: 0873225082 may also be used as an undergraduate textbook for courses in resistance training prescription. High Performance Editor: Bill Foran This book is a guide to building Sports Conditioning Human Kinetics athletic performance. It addresses ISBN: 0736001638 sports specific performance factors and periodisation of training programmes. Sports Speed George Dintiman, Bob Ward & Designed for both individuals and Tom Tellez team performers. This book reveals Human Kinetics how to train for maximum speed. It ISBN: 0880116072 addresses strength and power training, plyometrics, speed, endurance and overspeed training. Serious Training for Rod Sleamaker & Ray Browning A comprehensive guide to training Endurance Athletes Human Kinetics plans tor running, mountain biking, ISBN: 0873226445 cycling, swimming, decathlon and triathlon. The Complete Guide Fiona Hayes This book is a useful tool for sports to Cross Training A & C Black coaches and exercise instructors. In ISBN: 071364883X examines the concept and advantages of cross training exercise programmes. Fitness Programming Fiona Hayes An approachable guide to fitness, ISBN: 1900018023 sampling a number of typical but different fitness programmes and suggesting some of the best ways to improve your own fitness. Periodisation - Theory Tudor O. Bompa PHD Probably the definitive text for athletes and Methodology of Human Kinetics looking to optimise training schedules. Training ISBN: 0880118512 This book examines: principles of programming, short and long term training plans, strategies for peak competition and customised training.

Title Author/Publisher/ISBN Number Information/Notes Ageing Physical Roy J. Shepherd A review or the scientific literature on Activity & Health Human Kinetics the physiological changes of ageing ISBN: 0873228898 and how regular physical activity affects the ageing process. Exercise for Older American Council on Exercise. Recognising the needs of the older Adults Editor: Richard T. Cotton adult population, this text provides Human Kinetics fitness professionals with essential ISBN: 088011942X information to meet their needs with safe and effective programmes. Physical Dimensions Waneen W. Spirduson A comprehensive integration of of Ageing Human Kinetics research literature on physical ageing. ISBN: 0873223233 Exercise Management ACSM This is informative material for those for Persons with Human Kinetics who are involved in exercise for Chronic Diseases and ISBN: 0873227980 special populations. Disabilities Promoting Physical Centre for Disease Control and An overview of the importance of Activity Prevention, Atlanta physical activity in reducing the risk or Human Kinetics heart disease and other diseases. ISBN: 0736001522 The Diabetic Athlete Sheri Colberg PHD Detailed guide to utilising sport to Human Kinetics minimise the effects of diabetes and in ISBN: 0736032711 turn maximising ones athletic capacity. Fit for Two YMCA of the USA with Thomas This book shows how to exercise W Hanlon safely and effectively during Human Kinetics pregnancy. It examines prenatal ISBN: 0873228285 exercise goals and guidelines and offers aerobic and aquatic exercise programmes. The Complete Guide Judy Difiore The definitive practical handbook for to Postnatal Fitness A & C Black the exercise instructor who needs a ISBN: 071354852X greater understanding of what postnatal fitness is and how to go about teaching it Safely The Complete Guide Anita Bean A complete and practical guide to to Sports Nutrition A & C Black nutrition, providing guidance on ISBN: 0713653892 maximising endurance and strength, formulae for calculating optimal calorie needs, advice on improving body composition and maintaining hydration, plus 30 eating plans.

Title Author/Publisher/ISBN Number Information/Notes Sport Nutrition tor Melinda Manore & Janice This detailed text provides up to date Health & Performance Thompson and authoritative information on such Human Kinetics contentious issues as the metabolic ISBN: 0873229398 roles of various food groups, the physiology of fluid. electrolyte balance and the evaluation of ergogenic aids Sports Injuries: A Malcolm. Reade & Wade This guide helps the reader to pinpoint Unique Guide to Self- Butterworth Heinemann the area of pain and then work diagnosis and ISBN: 0750631120 through range of self-diagnostic tests. Rehabilitation It includes the latest advances in treatment and rehabilitation. Exercise In Walter R. Frontera. David M. Assembles the latest research on Rehabilitation Dawson & David M Slovik exercise science and relates to Medicine Human Kinetics specific clinical interventions for ISBN: 0880118393 rehabilitation patients. The Personal Trainers Rebecca Weisbort A one-stop guide to developing and Handbook A & C Black running a business. Whether you are ISBN: 0-7135-7557-B newly qualified or an established trainer this book provides guidance, ideas and all of the information you will need.