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Strength Training Bible for Women

The Complete Guide to Lifting Weights for a Lean, Strong, Fit Body

Author David Kirschen, William Smith
Foreword by Julia Ladewski
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$25.00 US
Hatherleigh Books | Hatherleigh Press
8.01"W x 9.88"H x 0.64"D   | 20 oz | 18 per carton
On sale Oct 27, 2015 | 288 Pages | 978-1-57826-588-6
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A comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to mastering the basics of weight lifting and barbell training at home or at the gym, created specifically for women

Stop looking for the “perfect program” and start working towards your goals with an exercise regimen designed to help you reach the next level in physical fitness. Top strength training professionals will show you how to craft powerful workouts that are tailored to your unique goals. Experts agree the fastest and most effective way to build strength and enhance muscle tone is to lift weights.

This all-in-one woman's guide to building strength and toning up will show you how to:

• Build muscle and definition while increasing endurance and energy
• Achieve perfect form with detailed, step-by-step exercise instructions
• Turn your home work space or garage into a fully functional weight room
• Reach long-time fitness goals and maintain definition year-round
• Stay motivated with helpful tips from professional powerlifter and physique competitor Julia Ladewski

You can find additional resources for this book at GetFitNow.com and on Facebook at GetFitNowdotcom.
David Kirschen is the Director of Personal Training and Strength Coach at New York's EVF Performance gyms. He has 15+ years of personal training, coaching, education, and club management experience at Asphalt Green, Equinox, Cando Fitness, and American Leisure. David earned a BS in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland, and is a respected presenter and coach for a number of professional training seminars along the East Coast, including elitefts.com's Learn to Train series. He is an active professional powerlifter and recently earned the runner-up spot at the XPC Championships at the 2013 Arnold Classic. View titles by David Kirschen
© (c) Hatherleigh Press, Ltd.
William Smith, MS,NSCA-CSCS, MEPD, completed his B.S. in exercise science at Western Michigan University followed by a master’s degree at St. John's University. While at St. John's Will was the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning. In addition to his many years working in fitness, Will is a published author of 7 books, with 5 new books scheduled for publication in 2015-2016.  Will has been featured on NBC, Canyon Ranch and the World Spinning Conference. Will is currently works for New Jersey’s #1 Rated hospital implementing and supporting Employer-Based medical and wellness initiatives for companies of all sizes and industry. View titles by William Smith
Introduction
1. About the Experts
2. Why Be Strong?
- Strength Training versus Bodybuilding
3. Strength Training Terminology
4. Programming Basics
5. The Truth about Strength Training
6. Basic Muscular Anatomy
7. Equipment and Gear
8. Warming Up
9. The Exercises
10. The Programs
- Introductory Cycle
- Beginner Cycle
- Intermediate Cycle
- Advanced Cycle
11. Creating Your Own Program
12. Injury Prevention and Maintenance
- The Mobility Myth
- Injury Prevention Exercises by Body Area
- Injury Prevention Workouts
Index of Exercises

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A comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to mastering the basics of weight lifting and barbell training at home or at the gym, created specifically for women

Stop looking for the “perfect program” and start working towards your goals with an exercise regimen designed to help you reach the next level in physical fitness. Top strength training professionals will show you how to craft powerful workouts that are tailored to your unique goals. Experts agree the fastest and most effective way to build strength and enhance muscle tone is to lift weights.

This all-in-one woman's guide to building strength and toning up will show you how to:

• Build muscle and definition while increasing endurance and energy
• Achieve perfect form with detailed, step-by-step exercise instructions
• Turn your home work space or garage into a fully functional weight room
• Reach long-time fitness goals and maintain definition year-round
• Stay motivated with helpful tips from professional powerlifter and physique competitor Julia Ladewski

You can find additional resources for this book at GetFitNow.com and on Facebook at GetFitNowdotcom.

Author

David Kirschen is the Director of Personal Training and Strength Coach at New York's EVF Performance gyms. He has 15+ years of personal training, coaching, education, and club management experience at Asphalt Green, Equinox, Cando Fitness, and American Leisure. David earned a BS in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland, and is a respected presenter and coach for a number of professional training seminars along the East Coast, including elitefts.com's Learn to Train series. He is an active professional powerlifter and recently earned the runner-up spot at the XPC Championships at the 2013 Arnold Classic. View titles by David Kirschen
© (c) Hatherleigh Press, Ltd.
William Smith, MS,NSCA-CSCS, MEPD, completed his B.S. in exercise science at Western Michigan University followed by a master’s degree at St. John's University. While at St. John's Will was the Assistant Director of Strength and Conditioning. In addition to his many years working in fitness, Will is a published author of 7 books, with 5 new books scheduled for publication in 2015-2016.  Will has been featured on NBC, Canyon Ranch and the World Spinning Conference. Will is currently works for New Jersey’s #1 Rated hospital implementing and supporting Employer-Based medical and wellness initiatives for companies of all sizes and industry. View titles by William Smith

Table of Contents

Introduction
1. About the Experts
2. Why Be Strong?
- Strength Training versus Bodybuilding
3. Strength Training Terminology
4. Programming Basics
5. The Truth about Strength Training
6. Basic Muscular Anatomy
7. Equipment and Gear
8. Warming Up
9. The Exercises
10. The Programs
- Introductory Cycle
- Beginner Cycle
- Intermediate Cycle
- Advanced Cycle
11. Creating Your Own Program
12. Injury Prevention and Maintenance
- The Mobility Myth
- Injury Prevention Exercises by Body Area
- Injury Prevention Workouts
Index of Exercises

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