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Developing the Core by Jeffrey M. Willardson

Developing the Core

Jeffrey M. Willardson

Human Kinetics · Print & ebook · August 28, 2024

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Strength TrainingTraining & ConditioningSports Medicine
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Who it’s for
Serious athletes seeking core training to improve performance and stability.
Themes
Core strength and stability, Athletic performance, Injury risk reduction
Genres
Strength Training, Training & Conditioning, Sports Medicine

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About this book

It's no secret that a strong midsection is a necessity for elite-level athletes. In fact, research has established a direct correlation between core strength, performance, and injury risk reduction. With Developing the Core, Second Edition, you can gain the performance edge by strengthening your core and achieving greater stability and mobility.

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Written by the National Strength and Conditioning Association with contributions from an experienced group of sport coaches and practitioners, Developing the Core, Second Edition, is the most comprehensive and up-to-date resource on the science for core training and its application. Along with the latest testing and assessment procedures and new insights regarding the neural control of the core muscles, you will find the following: - Core training guidelines and sample programs for 15 sports, including basketball, football, soccer, lacrosse, rugby, and mixed martial arts - Step-by-step instructions and detailed photos for 74 exercises - Expert advice and strategies for varying exercises and customizing programs Developing the Core is the authoritative resource for strengthening the core and maximizing performance. It is an absolute must-have for serious athletes, strength and conditioning professionals, and coaches alike. Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.

Who it’s for

  • Serious athletes seeking core training to improve performance and stability.
  • Strength and conditioning professionals and coaches seeking sport-specific programs.

Where it sits

Strength Training91%
Training & Conditioning46%
Sports Medicine37%

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Publisher categories

  • Strength Training
  • Weightlifting & Strength
  • Training & Conditioning
Authors
Jeffrey M. Willardson
Publisher
Human Kinetics
Published
August 28, 2024
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Core strength and stability · Athletic performance · Injury risk reduction
Reading lane
Strength Training