Developing the Core (NSCA Sport Performance)

NSCA -National Strength & Conditioning Association [Editor]; Willardson, Jeffrey M. [Editor];

ISBN 10: 0736095497 / ISBN 13: 9780736095495

Published by Human Kinetics, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Developing the Core (NSCA Sport Performance)
• Publisher: Human Kinetics
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0736095497
• ISBN 13: 9780736095495
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Fair
• Weight: 37 ounces

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Synopsis

Elite-level athletes take great pride in their fitness and physical strength. You can’t help but notice the muscular legs or well-defined arms. However, whether they are known for a powerful golf swing or a hard hockey slap shot , the best athletes all have one thing in common—a strong and well-conditioned core.

The world’s leading organization in the field of sport conditioning, the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), brings you the authoritative resource on strengthening the core to maximize sport performance. With contributions by 17 of the top names in sport training, conditioning, and science, Developing the Core features over 50 of the most effective exercises, science-based assessment tools, sport-specific programs, and expert advice for developing a personalized core program.

Basketball, football, soccer, golf, baseball, tennis—no matter what your sort, Developing the Core will place you on the path to success and your strongest midsection ever.

Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education course and exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes all the course materials and exam.

About the Author

The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is the world’s leading organization in the field of sport conditioning. Drawing on the resources and expertise of the most recognized professionals in strength training and conditioning, sport science, performance research, education, and sports medicine, the NSCA is the world’s trusted source of knowledge and training guidelines for coaches and athletes. The NSCA provides the crucial link between the lab and the field.