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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.

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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