We cannot know if we are effective with weight training unless we know and target the muscle groups we are attempting to train. The proper use of books and reference information will help us in obtaining those goals.
Books Written for Women to better Understand Weight Lifting & Conditioning.
| Like most people who believe in
weight training, physical activity and good nutrition, I
have spent endless hours searching book stores and the
Internet attempting to find quality information on these
subjects. Recently I discovered
Human Kinetics
publishing as a quality source of information. Please click on any of the book images to be taken to the Human Kinetics website for purchase or additional information. |
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Women's Strength Training Anatomy Frederic Delavier Copyright 2003 ISBN: 9780736048132 136pp Paperback Full color | Women's
Strength Training Anatomy discusses many of the potential
problem areas that women must consider for weight control
and maintaining a toned body. Some of the subject
material discussed mentions why women have extra fat
deposits in the back of their arms, abdominal area, hips,
etc. A discussion of cellulite is provided to help better understand the intended use and the why's of cellulite. Every major floor exercise and strength training movement (with weights) is depicted and discussed for the lower body from the abdominal area to the calf muscles. |
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Women's Strength Training Anatomy With information on strengthening and toning the legs, buttocks, abs, and back, Women’s Strength Training Anatomy provides full-color, detailed anatomical illustrations of exercises for these hard-to-shape areas. What makes this book unique is that readers can see the muscles at work during each exercise, like an X ray of the body in motion. Are there definite anatomical differences in the way men and women should build their bodies? According to the best-selling author and illustrator of Strength Training Anatomy, the answer is an overwhelming yes! Exercise variations based on a woman’s unique anatomical features are also covered, helping to isolate muscles and make each exercise more effective. Make your workouts work harder for you! If you work out to strengthen and shape your body or if you help women get stronger and more defined, this is one book you need for understanding the female form and getting the most from your exercises. Also available Strength Training Anatomy Posters. Click on the 'Enlarge' option to get a larger view of the poster's artwork. The seven posters can be ordered individually or as a full set. Table of Contents Chapter 1. Buttocks Chapter 2. Legs Chapter 3. Abdomen Chapter 4. Back |
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Strength Training for Women Lori Incledon Copyright 2005 ISBN:9780736052238 232pp Paperback |
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Strength Training for Women Ready for an individualized approach to working out that produces better results? Strength Training for Women delivers with information tailored to the way your body works and responds to training, and the specific tools you need to reach your goals. More than simple descriptions of exercises and training programs, this book explains why the exercises are important and which training program is right for you. You’ll gain insight into how the female body responds to training and come away with six sample programs and more than 102 exercises to train every area of the female form. In addition to helping you gain strength, the programs provided will help you burn fat, build strong bones, and prepare for competition. Maximize your genetic makeup and unique physiology to build muscle that will add strength, boost metabolism, improve bone density, and give you the lean, muscular look you want without the big, bulky look you don’t. Start using Strength Training for Women now to break through frustrating plateaus and cater to the special needs of your body. |
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28-Day Body Shapeover Brad Schoenfeld Copyright 2006 ISBN: 9780736060455 248pp Paperback |
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28-Day Body
Shapeover In just one month, make the mirror your best friend—by giving your body a shapeover! 28-Day Body Shapeover provides real, sustainable results with the fastest way to shape the body you’ve always wanted. You’ll be taken step by step through four week long stages of workouts and menus that are set up to fit practically any lifestyle. The key is the structured yet highly flexible plan, which features the following:
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