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The Complete Guide to Training with Free Weights (Complete Guides)

The Complete Guide to Training with Free Weights (Complete Guides)

by Graeme Marsh (Author)

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    Paperback 2008

    $3.70
Synopsis

A key title in the successful Complete Guides series, this is the definitive text on using free weights for strength, conditioning and flexibility training. Free weights are the simplest and most effective pieces of equipment and are found in every gym and many homes. The benefits of their use - as opposed to fixed-weight machines - are becoming increasingly appreciated in the fitness industry, and include: saving money on gym membership with home workouts a wider range of exercises exercises working more muscles than fixed machines for a quicker workout avoiding over-training single muscle groups, which can lead to strength imbalances better co-ordination and core stability In addition to a variety of exercises, the book will also contain sample programmes, tips on technique, and exercises for specific sports, ages and body types.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 176
 Edition: UK ed.
 Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 28 May 2008
ISBN 10: 0713685468
ISBN 13: 9780713685466
Book Overview: Fully illustrated throughout with clear, full-colour photographs. Packed with straightforward, reliable and sensible jargon-free advice from a leading authority in the field. Use of free weights is one of the fastest growing areas of gym- and home-based training and exercise in the UK Excellent companion to The Complete Guide to Strength Training - total sales now more than 17,000 in all editions. Will build on the success of Graeme Marsh's Stronger & Fitter for Life.

Media Reviews
... a clear introduction to getting started with free weights ... Women's Fitness
Author Bio
Graeme Marsh is a highly qualified and experienced personal trainer, balancing a high level of academic knowledge with experience working with real world clients. He has been involved in coaching since 1994, and is a regular writer for a daily national paper and several other magazines and websites.