Frederic Delavier

'Without question this book is a must for anyone interested in strength training or in teaching strength training. No other book more clearly represents the functional anatomy of nearly eavery resistance training exercise. The illustrations are highly detailed and the material is accurate. This book will spend very little time on our bookshelf because you will constantly be referring to it.'-David R. Pearson, PhD. CSCS, Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN

Get an inside view of the muscles in action during every exercise you perform. This ultimate strangth reference contains full-color, detailed anatomical drawings of exercises that target every major muscle group, along with full descriptions of how to perform them. The illustrations graphically depict both the muscles and the bones, with variations showing how the exercises can be modified to isolate specific muscles. It's like having an Xray of each exercise!

The former editor-in-chief of the French magazines PowerMag, author and illustrator Frederic Delavier is currently a journalist for the French magazine Le Monde du Muscle and a contributor to several other muscle publications, including Men's Health Germany.

Contents

1 Arms
2 Shoulders
3 Chest
4 Back
5 Legs
6 Buttocks
7 Abdomen… (meer)

This book is an absolute must have for women interested in strength training. I truly enjoyed the section on how to create a customized training schedule. What is so distinctive about this work is the extensive detail to a woman's unique form when it comes to strength training. I learned so many new aspects about my body that could affect my exercise regime.

The anatomy descriptions provide just enough detail to engage, but not overwhelm a layperson, while stimulating the interest of seasoned exercise physiologists and others who know and study the human body. In addition, each exercise is depicted and described very thoroughly, including tips, pros and cons, and variations. The workouts are suitable for home or the gym. The last segment deals with specific programs for whole body, split-routines, circuit training as well as guiding one through once a week to 4 times a week sessions.

I would recommend this book to all women that are serious about implementing strength training in their lives. This book provides a wealth of information and is a great resource.… (meer)