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Which comes first, cardio or weights? : fitness myths, training truths, and other surprising discoveries from the science of exercise / Alex Hutchinson.

By: Publisher: New York : HarperCollins, 2011Edition: First editionDescription: 317 pages : illustrations ; 22 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780062007537 (hbk.)
  • 006200753X (hbk.)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 613.7 22
LOC classification:
  • RA781 .H798 2011
Contents:
Introduction: What this book is (and isn't) -- Getting started -- Fitness gear -- The physiology of exercise -- Aerobic exercise -- Strength and power -- Flexibility and core strength -- Injuries and recovery -- Exercise and aging -- Weight management -- Nutrition and hydration -- Mind and body -- The competitive edge -- Conclusions: From lab to gym.
Summary: Presents the latest research on commonly held beliefs about such topics as fitness routines, weight management, aerobic exercise, strength training, injuries, and aging.
Holdings
Item type Current library Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Book Book NMC Library Stacks RA781 .H798 2011 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 33039001186906

Includes bibliographical references (pages 273-309) and index.

Presents the latest research on commonly held beliefs about such topics as fitness routines, weight management, aerobic exercise, strength training, injuries, and aging.

Introduction: What this book is (and isn't) -- Getting started -- Fitness gear -- The physiology of exercise -- Aerobic exercise -- Strength and power -- Flexibility and core strength -- Injuries and recovery -- Exercise and aging -- Weight management -- Nutrition and hydration -- Mind and body -- The competitive edge -- Conclusions: From lab to gym.

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