Finally, the strength training book you’ve been wishing for is here! The Complete Guide to Strength Training Methods compiles more than 230 training techniques proven to increase strength, power, hypertrophy, endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular capacity. Sport performance coach Keven Arseneault has spent over 20 years reading, researching, and testing various methods to determine the best training techniques. In The Complete Guide to Strength Training Methods, he assembles these into a comprehensive resource that allows you to add variety and get the most from your workouts. Each method is presented on a single page that highlights the technique’s advantages and disadvantages, effects on different aspects of fitness, and trainer tips. The page also has a prescription table that includes intensity or load, reps, and sets. This practical approach provides you with everything you need to incorporate the method into your program immediately. Throughout, you will find programming tips to help you create your own training plan to fit your individual needs. The eight sample programs provided can be followed as is or used as a blueprint for personalized programs. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast working out at home, a serious gym goer, an athlete, or a strength or fitness professional, The Complete Guide to Strength Training Methods is the comprehensive yet practical resource you need to keep your workouts fresh, challenging, and on point to reach your goals.
Author(s): Keven Arseneault
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Year: 2023
Language: English
Commentary: 237 techniques for streng, complete guide strength methods
Title page - The Complete Guide to Strength Training Methods
Contents
Introduction
Determining Needs
Introductory Pages
Training Technique Descriptions
Acknowledgments
Photo Credits
Chapter 1 - Cardiovascular Training
Chapter 2 - Concentric Training: Maximum Strength
Chapter 3 - Concentric Training: Hypertrophy
Chapter 4 - Isometric Training
Chapter 5 - Eccentric Training
Chapter 6 - Power Training
Chapter 7 - Power Endurance Training
Chapter 8 - Endurance Training
Chapter 9 - Flexibility Training
Chapter 10 - Training Program Examples
Appendixes
Appendix #1: Determining Needs
Appendix #2: Sprinting Warm-Up
Appendix #3: Aerobic Treadmill Test
Appendix #4: Map Training
Appendix #5: Predicted Absolute Maximum Based on Number of Repetitions
Appendix #6: Wilks Coefficient
Appendix #7: Prilepin Chart
Appendix #8: Dropset Cluster Chart
Appendix #9: Classification of Training Techniques Based on Experience
Appendix #10: Training Technique Template
Techniques Index
References
Recommended Resources
Glossary
About the Author
