books about: conditioning

books about: conditioning

books:

Conditioning

On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace

Dave Grossman, Loren W. Christensen

PPCT Research Publications, 2007

On Combat
WOW, this is a must read for anyone in the military or Law Enforcement. They cover things I had never before been told but should have. This will change the way you think and prepare for your daily task. A must read for everyone from a recruit to seasoned veteran.

The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer

David A. Whitsett, Forrest A. Dolgener, ...

McGraw-Hill, 1998

Just buy it. You'll finish your marathon.
Prior to training, I had run ONE 5k race (mostly walked), and never actually ran for excercise for more than 3 miles. I began this training wanting to see how far I'd get and the next thing I know I was 15-20 pounds lighter and crossing the tape at that Dallas ...

The Triathlete's Training Bible (2nd Edition)

Joe Friel

VeloPress, 2004

Great book for someone he needs to learn all they can about triathlons.
This is a great book for both beginnners and intermediate triathletes. The book contains the basics, as well as advanced techniques, of training. The concept of "periodization" was especially helful for me. It is easy to read and the author fully explains ...

Men's Health Power Training: Build Bigger, Stronger Muscles with through Performance-based Conditioning

Robert dos Remedios

Rodale Books, 2007

Excellent book
I have been power lifting and bodybuilding for almost 30 years. Even so, I found this book very useful. I highly recommend it. I liked it so much I even bought one for my brother who lives in Oman.

Stretching: 20th Anniversary (Stretching)

Bob Anderson

Shelter Publications, 2000

The Best EVER!!!!
I'm an ancient, creaky registered nurse who works with an increasingly ancient, creaky population of inmates in a state prison. Not that inmates have ever been known to demonstrate poor judgement, bravado, or an overinflated sense of how to cope in a limited world, but ...

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 6th Edition

Bill Whitman, Bill Johnson, ...

Delmar Cengage Learning, 2008

Great Refrigeration Resource
This book is great for beginners as well as experienced technicians. Every explanation is detailed with pictures and graphs. All types of refrigeration applications are covered with the how to detail for installing and understanding every component in the system, ...

Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning

Human Kinetics Publishers, 2008

Great item
Did not take long to recieve on standard shipping, the book came in perfect condition and it is a great resource

Mind Gym : An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence

Gary Mack, David Casstevens

McGraw-Hill, 2002

Best one for athletes!
I have read several books on the mental game in sports and this is by far the best. I work with collegiate and professional athletes and recommend this so often that Gary Mack should send me a commission!!!

Run Faster from the 5K to the Marathon: How to Be Your Own Best Coach

Brad Hudson, Matt Fitzgerald

Broadway, 2008

One of the best
This is one of the best books ever written on running training. I'm a masters athlete racing mile, 5k and 10k and I think I've just about read them all -- Brad's is the clearest breakdown of what you need to do, and when, that I have ever read. If you've struggled ...

Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes

Monique Ryan

VeloPress, 2007

Quality Nutrition Guidance for Endurance Athletes
This is a well-written and authoritative review of many aspects of sports nutrition, with an emphasis on the specific needs of endurance athletes. Triathletes, endurance runners and cyclists will especially benefit -- there are separate spections geared just for their ...

Nsca's Essentials of Personal Training

National Strength & Conditioning Association (U. S.)

Human Kinetics Publishers, 2003

Incredibly high quality
This is a great book, incredibly high quality like a college text, and a long term part of your library. No wonder it costs a few bucks, but it's worth it. The information was well laid out and different experts wrote each chapter.

Conditioning for Dance

Eric Franklin

Human Kinetics Publishers, 2003

Fantastic!
I am NOT a dancer. I am just an advanced beginner in Yoga. I'm not sure how I found this book, but I'm more than glad I did. I have chronic lower back pain, and the excercises using balls are very therapeutic. Franklin's use of imagery, his explanations and ...

The TUFFCUFF Strength And Conditioning Manual For Baseball Pitchers: A 52-Week Guide To Pitching Workouts And ...

Steven Ellis

The Complete Pitcher, Inc., 2007

For the serious baseball player
This is a "must" for anyone serious about conditioning.Easy to follow instructions with illustrations.I would definately recommend it to all students of baseball.

Brain Training For Runners: A Revolutionary New Training System to Improve Endurance, Speed, Health, ...

Matt Fitzgerald

NAL Trade, 2007

Excellent - Best Running Book I've Read
I read a lot of running books but for me, this is the best. It's an easy read with a lot of useful training tips. His exercises have really helped me. I've been suffering for 2 years with groin/hip pain and have spent a small fortune on doctors to no avail. The ...

Making Natural Liquid Soaps: Herbal Shower Gels / Conditioning Shampoos / Moisturizing Hand Soaps

Catherine Failor

Storey Publishing, LLC, 2000

Good resource book, but not complete enough for new soap makers
I am pleased I purchased this book of Catherine Failor's. It does an decent job of explaining the liquid soap making process. There is a lot of valuable information. However, for someone making liquid soap for the first time, it is my opinion there is a lot of ...