Resistance Training Instruction : Advanced Principles and Techniques for Fitness Professionals

Aaberg, Everett

ISBN 10: 0880118016 / ISBN 13: 9780880118019

Published by Human Kinetics, 1999

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Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Resistance Training Instruction : Advanced Principles and Techniques for Fitness Professionals
• Publisher: Human Kinetics
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0880118016
• ISBN 13: 9780880118019
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 1.442 pounds

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Synopsis

For personal trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, and other hands-on fitness professionals, explains safe and effective techniques for 73 resistance training exercises that target every major muscle group. Used by the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research to certify its trainers. No bibliography. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

About the Author

Everett Aaberg has been both a teacher and practitioner of resistance training for over 15 years. He is currently the Director of Education and Personal Training for International Athletic Club Management, Inc., in Dallas, Texas. He’s also a national presenter and consultant for several fitness organizations and health clubs around the country. Formerly the Education Coordinator and Senior Trainer at the world-renowned Cooper Fitness Center, he now serves as an instructor at the Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research for a specialty certification course entitled “The Biomechanics of Resistance Training.”

Aaberg holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise sciences and recreation management with continuing education in exercise physiology, anatomy, kinesiology, biomechanics, and nutrition. He is a resistance training specialist and a certified personal trainer through some of the most highly accredited organizations in the United States—including the American Council on Exercise, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He’s also a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Aaberg has extensive practical experience in resistance training. He has instructed and trained thousands of athletes and fitness enthusiasts, coaches, fitness instructors, and personal trainers. Plus, he has personally used resistance training throughout his life for health and fitness, as well as for preparation for a variety of sports and athletic competitions. Not only was he a collegiate Academic All-American in football, he also has won several state and national powerlifting championships and bodybuilding titles, including AAU and NPC Mr. Colorado titles and the Mr. Junior America title in his class. Aaberg lives and trains in Dallas, Texas.