Which comes first, cardio or weights?
Subtitle: fitness myths, training truths, and other surprising discoveries from the science of exercise
By: Alex Hutchinson
Edition: 1st edition
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 2011
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 317
ISBN-13: 9780062007537
Subjects: Health; Exercise; Physical fitness
Description: Presents the latest research on commonly held beliefs about such topics as fitness routines, weight management, aerobic exercise, strength training, injuries, and aging.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 273-309) and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction: What this book is (and isn't); title: Getting started; title: Fitness gear; title: The physiology of exercise; title: Aerobic exercise; title: Strength and power; title: Flexibility and core strength; title: Injuries and recovery; title: Exercise and aging; title: Weight management; title: Nutrition and hydration; title: Mind and body; title: The competitive edge; title: Conclusions: From lab to gym.