Anatomy for Runners


Book Description

Running has become more and more popular in recent years, with thousands of people entering marathons, buying new running shoes with the latest technology, and going for a daily jog, whether on the track or on a treadmill. Unfortunately, with running comes injuries, as a result of wrong information and improper training. Author Jay Dicharry was tired of getting the same treatments from doctors that didn’t heal his joint and muscle pain from running, so he decided to combine different fields of clinical care, biomechanical analysis, and coaching to help you avoid common injuries and become the best runner you can be. Along with clear and thorough explanations of how running influences the body, and how the body influences your running, this book answers many of the common questions that athletes have: Do runners need to stretch? What is the best way to run? What causes injuries? Which shoes are best for running? Is running barefoot beneficial? The mobility and stability tests will assess your form, and the corrective exercises, along with step-by-step photos, will improve your core and overall performance, so that you can train and run with confidence, knowing how to avoid injuries!




Speed Learning for Anatomy


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Find and memorize dozens of anatomy terms in a flash with this quick-reference guide, whose grouping method helps you master with ease-and speed-the systems of the human body. This anatomy study guide and reference manual is perfect for a multitude of learners-from students in middle school through college to nurses, coaches, and even runners. Speed Learning for Anatomy is the ideal course companion: its definitions of key terms with a focus on concise wording and clear organization serve a multitude of user functions. Grouping common terms together unambiguously ensures that users find terms quickly-and then retain them with accuracy and comprehension. This system also offers easy access to similar terms to clarify differences and aid in comparison. For students, this provides a quick study guide that is the most efficient and effective way to prepare for tests. The clear, specific definitions and key terminology eliminate unnecessary words and confusing, lengthy descriptions. This guide's unique grouping method is perfect for those new to the material as well as professionals in the field who need a reference-but who don't have time to waste. Speed Learning for Anatomy defines the most important human anatomy systems, including the following: Muscular system Skeletal system Cardiovascular/cardiopulmonary system Respiratory system Nervous system Digestive system Integumentary system This quick study guide also includes-Descriptive Images-Charts-and a Glossary-to help you learn easier, faster, and memorize more of what you've learned. A compact, take-along guide to the human body is now at your fingertips.




Anatomy for Strength and Fitness Training for Speed and Sport


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What does it take to succeed in sports? The formula for being a champion can be distilled into several skill sets that are essential for playing at a competitive level, with some of the most important being strength, speed and stamina. This full colour illustrated training guide takes an in-depth look at your muscles at work during various sporting activities, making it crystal clear how to tailor your training to your specific needs. Whether you play football, baseball, tennis, basketball, rugby, lacrosse - the anatomical illustrations used in this book show exactly how your muscles are engaged and how to improve your performance. Not only will athletes get the ultimate look at what happens to their bodies during bursts of speed, they will also find running and sprinting activities, elastic band overspeed activities, stretching activities, exercises to develop the muscles around the knees to limit potential injury, and general lower body development. The book is divided into eight sec




Anatomy for Strength and Fitness Training for Speed: An Illustrated Guide to Your Muscles in Action


Book Description

Speed training-the most essential skill for any sport Whatever the sport, speed is what sets rising stars apart from the rest of the competition. No longer a trait that some have and others want, speed is what makes the difference between first-string starter and a bench-warming backup. Speed-training techniques represent the latest trends in exercise science and knowing what it takes to be fast is the quickest way to get off the bench and into the starting lineup. Anatomy for Strength and Fitness Training for Speed takes an in-depth and illustrated look at the most necessary of athletic skills and shows you not only how to achieve greater bursts of speed but also its' effects as you push yourself to outpace the competition. Gain the edge over the opposition Get the ultimate inside look at what happens to your body during speed-training, along with plyometric and agility exercises, general lower-body and core development, and stretching activities-each accompanied by a four-color illustration highlighting which muscles are being worked and how. Focus on Primal Pattern ® Movement and gait improvement for precise and effective results Develop a year-round custom conditioning program perfect for your needs and goals Increase and maintain speed in any sport with the help of 90 full-color anatomical illustrations detailing engaged muscles If you have the need for speed, then Anatomy of Strength and Fitness Training for Speed gives you everything you need to know to utilize and sustain speed the smart way.




Speed Learning for Anatomy


Book Description

* The "Unique Benefit" to you is that the "Speed Learning for Anatomy" book enables you to learn faster.* This Book Defines 6 of the Most Important Systems of the Human Body.They include the: Muscular System, Skeletal System, Cardiovascular/Cardiopulmonary System, Respiratory System, Nervous System and the Digestive System. * Speed Learning for Anatomy can also be used as a Quick Reference Guide before Tests. * Our Teaching Method Focuses on keeping Similar Anatomical Terms "GROUPED TOGETHER" so that you can easily locate, compare and memorize these terms at a glance. Every time you read the definition of any anatomy term, you will also see the definitions of all related anatomy terms. This is because they will be "GROUPED TOGETHER" in that very same section. You may even find new terms that you weren't even aware of. The definitions are brief and extremely accurate. The writing style is simplistic, non-ambiguous, and easy to understand, while maintaining a collegiate level of information. * See examples below. * An Example of this "GROUPING TOGETHER" of Similar Terms relates to the "Blood Vessels".If you need to know the difference between a "Vein" and an "Artery", you would open to the "Blood Vessels" section of the book. In this section, you will see "GROUPED TOGETHER", the definitions of the "Veins" and "Arteries", and therefore see their functions, and their differences. To complete your understanding of "Blood Vessels", this section includes the definitions of all the other types of blood vessels in the body: They are the: Arteries, Veins, Capillaries, Aorta, Coronary Arteries, Carotid Artery, Arterioles, Capillaries, Venous System, Venules, Vascular, and Avascular. * Another Example of this "GROUPING TOGETHER" of Similar Terms relates to the "Brain": If you want to find the definitions of specific parts of the "Brain, such as the "Cerebrum" and "Cerebellum", you would open to the "Brain Anatomy" section of the book. As in the example above, in this section, you will see "GROUPED TOGETHER", the definitions of the "Cerebrum" and "Cerebellum", and therefore see their function, and their differences. To complete your understanding of the "Brain", this section includes the definitions of all the other components of the "Brain". They are the: Corpus Callosum, Cerebrum, Cerebellum, Medulla, as well as the Brain Weight. * Great for students, teachers, nursing students, athletes, fitness trainers, runners, coaches, and for health conscious people.* FOR SCHOOL TESTS: "Speed Learning for Anatomy" enables you to browse through entire anatomy systems in a fraction of the time.




Anatomy for Artists


Book Description

"Bring your figure drawings to life"--Page 4 of cover.




Cycling Anatomy


Book Description

From steep inclines to slick terrains, Cycling Anatomy, Second Edition, will ensure you are prepared for every challenge that comes your way. Using the same methods that elite cyclists use, you can employ this well-rounded collection of 89 strength and conditioning exercises to maximize cycling power, speed, and endurance to improve your cycling performance. Each exercise includes clear step-by-step descriptions and full-color anatomical illustrations that highlight the primary muscle being used. You'll find dozens of variations that use a wide range of training equipment so you can modify exercises to target specific areas, and minimize common cycling injuries. The Cycling Focus section of each exercise includes illustrations of the active muscles involved in cornering, climbing, descending, and sprinting to show you how the exercises are fundamentally linked to delivering maximum power to the pedals. Using tried-and-true strength training principles for all parts of the body, Cycling Anatomy will help you develop a training plan based on your individual needs and goals. Whether you're training for an upcoming century ride or just want to top that killer hill with strength to spare, Cycling Anatomy will help you reach top performance, avoid injury, and ensure you get the most out of every ride. CE exam available For certified professionals, a companion continuing education exam can be completed after reading this book. Cycling Anatomy, Second Edition Online CE Exam, may be purchased separately or as part of the Cycling Anatomy, Second Edition With CE Exam, package that includes both the book and the exam.




Classic Human Anatomy in Motion


Book Description

This essential companion book to the bestselling Classic Human Anatomy provides artists and art students with a deeper understanding of human anatomy and different types of motion, inspiring more realistic and energetic figurative art. Fine-art instruction books do not usually focus on anatomy as it relates to movement, despite its great artistic significance. Written by a long-time expert on drawing and painting human anatomy, Classic Human Anatomy in Motion offers artists everything they need to realistically draw the human figure as it is affected by movement. Written in a friendly style, the book is illustrated with hundreds of life drawing studies (both quick poses and long studies), along with charts and diagrams showing the various anatomical and structural components. This comprehensive manual features 5 distinct sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the human figure: bones and joint movement, muscle groups, surface form and soft tissue characteristics, structure, and movement. Each chapter builds an artistic understanding of how motion transforms the human figure and can create a sense of expressive vibrancy in one's art.




Pocket Anatomy and Physiology


Book Description

"The perfect Anatomy & Physiology book that fits in your pocket whenever and wherever you need it. Whatever view you're looking for - the muscles of the Jaw, both superficial and deep ... the vestibular folds and a view through a laryngoscope the lymphatic vessels and nodes of the female breast ... or any other perspective on the human body - you'll find it here."--BOOK JACKET.




Speed Strength


Book Description

In training speed, the most elusive athletic quality, what really works, and what doesn't? What are the components of sprinting itself that elites do, where amateurs falter? And how can we arrange all of this in a training medium that facilitates high performance? Speed Strength is the product of hundreds of athletes trained, thousands of hours of study, dozens of expert mentors, and an open mind. If you are interested in the answer to these questions, then Speed Strength is the book that holds the answers you are looking for, and much more.Joel Smith is the host of the Just Fly Performance Podcast and a track and strength coach of 13 years. As a track coach to national champions and Olympic champions as a strength coach, Joel has seen the elements of speed inside and out. Featuring the insight of over 25 field leaders, Speed Strength touches on the most important trainable elements of sprinting in a holistic and thorough manner.