Fitness Training

Are you an older man looking to finally get in shape and improve your health? The pursuit of fitness used to be mainly a goal of the young. But with the advancing age of the baby boomer generation, more and more older adults are becoming interested in fitness. There is increasing awareness among older Americans that many health indices can be improved through age appropriate strength training. These include weight and body fat loss, decreased blood pressure, decreased insulin resistance, improved mental sharpness, improved physique and increased muscle mass and strength. Author Peter S. ...

Discover the profound insights and philosophies of legendary bodybuilder and fitness guru, Mike Mentzer, in "Mike Mentzer: In His Own Words." This compelling book compiles transcriptions from Mentzer's talks and interviews, offering readers a direct and unfiltered view into his thoughts on bodybuilding, fitness, and life. Delve into Mentzer's revolutionary approach to training, including his principles of high-intensity training, and gain valuable wisdom on how to achieve optimal physical fitness. Through candid conversations, Mentzer shares his unique perspectives on topics such as steroid...

Practical Programming for Strength Training - 3rd Edition addresses the topic of training. It details the mechanics of the process, from the basic physiology of adaptation to the specific programs that apply these principles to novice, intermediate, and advanced lifters. The most comprehensive audiobook on the theory and practice of programming for strength training.

Training for the Uphill Athlete translates theory into methodology to allow you to write your own training plans and coach yourself to endurance goals. Steve House, one of the best mountaineers, and his coach Scott Johnston, an Olympic-level cross country ski coach, along with Kilian Jornet, hands down best endurance athlete at this time, present training principles for the multisport mountain athlete who regularly participates in a mix of distance running, ski mountaineering, and other endurance sports that require optimum fitness and customized strength.

Build Practical Strength, Mobility, and Long-Term Resilience Are you ready to transform your body, improve your mobility, and develop functional strength—all without the need for heavy weights or fancy equipment? In Starting Calisthenics, you’ll discover how to build your body from the ground up and unlock pain-free movement, no matter your age or fitness level. This book is your comprehensive guide to building a strong foundation of mobility and stability, ensuring you can move freely and powerfully for the rest of your life. Inside this book, you will learn: How to mobilize every ...

If you're over 60 and determined to stay strong, mobile, and fiercely independent, this book is your new training partner. The Unbreakable 60 is not another soft-focus guide to “aging gracefully.” It's a no-nonsense roadmap for building a resilient body that can carry you through the decades ahead—without injury, weakness, or medical condescension. You don’t need a six-pack. You need a back that doesn’t give out, joints that still function, and the ability to get up off the floor without assistance. That’s what this book delivers. You’ll learn how to lift intelligently, move ...

The Isometric Warrior Training Guide is your blueprint for forging unshakable strength, explosive power, and inner mastery—using nothing but your own body, breath, and will. Rooted in the timeless methods of Shaolin monks, yoga masters, and oldtime strongmen, this guide fuses ancient isometric holds with modern breathwork, martial structure, and mental discipline. Inside, you’ll discover: – 10 core isometric exercises with vintage-style illustrations – A progressive 6-week warrior training program – Breath control protocols to amplify power and calm – Application drills for ...

Want To Run A Half Marathon? Don’t Think You’ve Got The Time Or Motivation To Do It, Then Think Again - This Half Marathon Training Book Will Help Guide You Effortlessly Through The Whole Process "This will be a great asset if you've decided to run a half marathon and are looking for advice on how to prepare. It breaks down all the elements of preparation in to easily readable chunks, with plenty of hints and tips on keeping yourself motivated... ...I'd definitely recommend this training manual to anyone who is going to run a half marathon, although the knowledge contained within the ...

Discover the critical science behind why building muscle after 50 isn’t just possible—it’s essential. Strength and Longevity dismantles the outdated myths of aging and offers a clear, evidence-based roadmap for reclaiming strength, function, and independence in the second half of life. Backed by the latest research in muscle physiology, endocrinology, and aging science, this book makes one thing clear: muscle isn’t cosmetic—it’s survival. Inside, you’ll learn why sarcopenia starts earlier than most people think, how cardio alone fails to protect aging bodies, and why ...

Beyond Training is for men and women who have made it out of couch potato mode and are ready to take things to the next level, whether that means shedding those last few extra pounds, finishing a 5K, or even crossing the finish line of an Ironman triathlon. Everyone from the casual exerciser to the weightlifter, CrossFitter, obstacle racer, marathoner, mountaineer, triathlete, swimmer, cyclist, runner, and biohacker will glean tons of knowledge and life-changing advice from this book.

You sweat, burn, and fast until you’re exhausted...only to fall into a tailspin of stress, overindulgence, and blame. If you’re like most women, you’ve been through this vicious cycle more times than you can count. But what if fitness wasn’t about fixing flaws and shrinking sizes? What if your workout could be uncomplicated, energizing, and even fun? Fitness coach Nia Shanks has helped countless clients reinvent their mindset around exercise, nutrition, and body image. Based on her wildly popular blog, Lift Like a Girl is so much more than a workout program. It’s an empowering ...

Discover the cutting edge of strength science with Faster Reps, Bigger Lifts: Velocity-Based Training for the Modern Athlete. This high-performance guide explores Velocity-Based Training (VBT)—a revolutionary method that uses bar speed to optimize strength, power, and hypertrophy. Whether you're a competitive athlete, coach, or strength enthusiast, this book delivers a practical framework for applying real-time velocity feedback to boost results, manage fatigue, and drive continual progress. Backed by peer-reviewed research and real-world case studies, each chapter breaks down VBT ...

Why has the bro split survived for decades, despite endless debates and mounting evidence against it? The Bro Split: Anatomy of a Gym Classic is the definitive guide to the most controversial training style in bodybuilding history. Equal parts critique and tribute, this book dissects the once-a-week, body-part-per-day training method that still dominates gym culture—from its golden-era origins to its modern-day adaptations. Whether you're a lifter stuck in a plateau, a coach looking to refine your programming, or just curious why Mondays are forever chest day, this book pulls no punches. ...

"Resistance Training: Unlocking Your Full Physical Potential" is your comprehensive guide to achieving peak fitness and unleashing the true potential of your body through resistance training. In this book, you'll embark on a transformative journey, discovering the science, techniques, and principles behind resistance training. Begin by understanding the fundamentals, benefits, and equipment needed for effective resistance training. Learn how to set personalized goals, assess your fitness level, and design a tailored workout plan to achieve your objectives. Dive into an array of resistance ...

Are you lifting hard—but hurting more? Reset to Lift is your blueprint for reclaiming performance without compromising your joints, spine, or future under the bar. Whether you're a powerlifter plagued by nagging injuries, a strength coach guiding compromised athletes, or a serious gym-goer who’s tired of foam-rolling tightness that never resolves, this book delivers a smarter way forward. Rooted in neuromuscular science and tested in the trenches with lifters and athletes, Reset to Lift reveals how poor movement patterns—not weak muscles—are the hidden cause behind chronic pain and ...

Study while on the go! Listen anytime, anywhere! Audio allows us to learn and absorb information during our busy schedules. Listen during downtime or passive activities (while driving, working around the house, at the office, or at the gym). CPT audio prep covers everything on the exam and references the latest NASM essentials of personal fitness training (sixth edition) presented in an easy-to-understand, chapter-by-chapter format.

According to Duke University's School of Medicine researchers, people start losing lean muscle and bone density at just 30 years of age. By age 50, your strength, balance, and endurance have already begun to wane.

Train Like Arnold in the Golden Era is not a feel-good fitness guide. It’s a raw, unsentimental immersion into the world of 1970s bodybuilding—told through the eyes of a lifer who trained, suffered, and survived under the same roof as the legends. From the concrete floors of Gold’s Gym to the backstage hell of pump-up rituals, this book strips away the myths and exposes the method behind Arnold Schwarzenegger’s dominance. There’s no fluff. No modern marketing. Just iron, obsession, and the violent discipline it takes to chase perfection in a sport built on self-destruction. ...

Most training programs rely on guesswork, emotions, and outdated bro science. Iron Metrics replaces that chaos with structure, offering a precise, data-driven system to program, track, and evolve every phase of your strength training. Built on the foundations of exercise science, athletic coaching, and measurable feedback loops, this book redefines what it means to train smart. No more ambiguous progress, stalled lifts, or mysterious plateaus. You’ll learn to quantify performance using real-world metrics like Reps in Reserve (RIR), Heart Rate Variability (HRV), bar speed, and fatigue ...

Forget gimmicks. Forget the latest influencer routine promising shredded abs in 30 days. This is 5×5—the brutally efficient barbell program that builds real strength and dense, functional muscle without wasting your time. 5×5 Strength-Hypertrophy Hybrid is not a flashy routine. It doesn’t care about your Instagram aesthetic or your feelings about leg day. It cares about load, recovery, and consistent effort. With a focus on squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and rows—performed for five sets of five reps—this program walks the line between raw power and unapologetic muscle growth. ...