Kettlebell training / Steve Cotter.
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TextPublication details: Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, [2014]Description: ix, 213 pages : illustrations ; 28 cmISBN: - 9781450430111 (pbk.)
- 1450430112 (pbk.)
- 613.713 COT
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| Standard Loan | Moylish Library Main Collection | 613.713 COT (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 39002100622282 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Millions have experienced the benefits of the kettlebell, the ultimate training tool for fat loss, strength, stamina, and coordination. Effective and inexpensive, kettlebells are a training staple for top athletes and trainers around the world. Now, it's your turn to see the impact and feel the results.
Kettlebell Training is an easy-to-use, no-nonsense guide that will get you started setting goals, assessing fitness, and selecting exercises. You'll learn how to exercise safely and efficiently to maximize results. Each of the 95 exercises is accompanied by step-by-step instruction, detailed photo sequences, and training tips--instantly accessible and perfect for at home or in the gym.
Author Steve Cotter, a renowned kettlebell expert, martial artist, and certified strength and conditioning specialist, has trained elite athletes, professional football teams, Navy SEALs, and members of the U.S. Marine Corps. He has provided instruction to other kettlebell trainers in more than 40 countries, and now he is making this expertise available to you.
More than exercises, Kettlebell Training contains proven programs that will produce results. You'll learn how to create a routine based on your individual needs, goals, and schedule. Or simply follow the sample fitness, strength, and conditioning programs or one of the sport-specific routines, such as football, soccer, mixed martial arts, or tennis. Whether you are training for performance, appearance, or general fitness, Kettlebell Training has the exercises, programs, and advice you need for the results you want. It's a complete guide that you'll turn to again and again.
The kettlebell advantage -- Getting started with kettlebells -- Exercise principles -- Setting goals, assessing fitness, and training safely -- Warming up and cooling down -- Basic exercises -- Intermediate exercises -- Advanced exercises -- Creating a customized fitness program -- Sport-specific training programs -- Appendix: Nutrition and hydration.
Kettlebells can be the ultimate training tool for fat loss, strength, stamina, and coordination. This no-nonsense guide will get you started setting goals, assessing fitness, and selecting exercises utilizing the kettlebells, whether at home or in the gym.
Author notes provided by Syndetics
Steve Cotter draws from a diverse background as a champion athlete and cutting-edge trainer in developing some of the most exciting programs in strength and conditioning today. He continues to research and implement the most effective training methods in kettlebell training, martial arts, qigong, strength and conditioning, athletics, and the human performance fields.
Cotter shares his years of experience as a martial artist, world-class athlete, and fitness coach in designing and supervising programs for those who take their training seriously. He is the founder and director of the International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation (IKFF) and an international lecturer and teacher in more than 40 countries. He consults with numerous professional sport teams, including the NFL's San Francisco 49ers and San Diego Chargers; Major League Baseball's Texas Rangers, Seattle Mariners, and Los Angeles Dodgers; and the NHL's Anaheim Ducks. He is a subject matter expert to the U.S. Navy SEALs, a strength and conditioning trainer for the United States Marines, and a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Cotter is also the creator of both the authoritative Encyclopedia of Kettlebell Lifting DVD series and the Full KOntact Kettlebells System and best-selling DVD series.