Strength Training Anatomy (Book & CD-ROM) [Paperback]

Frederic Delavier (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0736065237 | ISBN-13: 978-0736065238 | Publication Date: January 24, 2006 | Edition: 2nd

Now the top-selling book on strength training anatomy comes with the leading software in interactive anatomy to create an impressive package.

Strength Training Anatomy, Second Edition, offers the most compelling artwork ever applied to the strength training category and returns with more illustrations and techniques for safely building muscle. Strength and fitness enthusiasts worldwide have discovered the benefits of having X-rays of hundreds of exercises, pinpointing the direct anatomical benefits of each one.

Stunning, interactive anatomical images are also now provided via Primal Pictures software program Essentials of Interactive Functional Anatomy (IFA Essentials) that is bound into this packaged version of the second edition. This learning tool allows the user to view the entire human body and remove anatomical structures layer by layer, through 11 layers (from skin to bone), with a unique strip-away technique. Views of any specific structure on the screen can be rotated up to 360 degrees and stopped at any point for viewing or exported for presentations. Additionally, the live-action video option allows for observation of muscle actions during walking, standing from a sitting position, and other activities such as push-ups and sit-ups. A zoom control allows the user to zoom in for a closer look at specific details or zoom out for overall views of any structure. Every structure has related text to further define the structure being viewed.

IFA Essentials includes descriptions and images of bones, ligaments, muscles, tendons, retinacula, capsules, cartilage, discs, membranes, and other miscellaneous structures. Also provided is information regarding proximal and distal attachments, nerve innervation, blood supply, and primary and secondary actions. The CD-ROM includes 34 animations and four gross motor movements—each of which can be viewed from four different angles—showing muscle function and providing users with a strong sense of the movement around joints.

To reinforce the content, IFA Essentials also offers an interactive quiz. Users can select the level of difficulty and number of quiz questions. Then, using a multiple-choice format, they identify or locate various structures on the model. IFA Essentials provides excellent learning opportunities for students of human anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics.

Like the bestselling first edition, the book provides an intricate look at strength training from the inside out. Not only does Strength Training Anatomy, Second Edition demonstrate exercises for the entire body and showcase the muscles used, but it also delineates how these muscles interact with joints, bones, and connective tissue. Chapters are devoted to each major muscle group, with 115 total exercises for arms, shoulders, chest, back, legs, buttocks, and abdomen. Loaded with more than 400 full-color illustrations, this edition also contains new information on common strength training injuries and preventive measures for each.

System Requirements
Windows

-Windows® 98/2000/ME/XP

-Pentium® processor or higher

-At least 32 MB RAM

-Monitor set to 800 x 600 or greater

-High-color display
Macintosh

-Power Mac®

-System 8.6/9/OSX

-At least 64 MB RAM

-Monitor set to 800 x 600 or greater

-Monitor set to thousands of colors

Editorial Reviews

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“An excellent guide to the muscular benefits of weight training exercises.”

American Health and Fitness Magazine (review of first edition)

About the Author

The former editor in chief of the French magazine PowerMag, Frédéric Delavier is currently a journalist for the French magazine Le Monde du Muscle and a contributor to several other muscle publications, including Men's Health Germany.

Delavier is a gifted artist with an exceptional knowledge of human anatomy. He studied morphology and anatomy for five years at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and studied dissection for three years at the Paris Faculté de Médecine.

Delavier won the French powerlifting title in 1988 and makes annual presentations on the sports applications of biomechanics at conferences in Switzerland. His teaching efforts have earned him the Grand Prix de Techniques et de Pédagogie Sportive. Delavier lives in Paris, France.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Human Kinetics; 2nd edition (January 24, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0736065237
• ISBN-13: 978-0736065238
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (203 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,512,360 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

The former editor in chief of the French magazine PowerMag, Frédéric Delavier is currently a journalist for the French magazine Le Monde du Muscle and a contributor to several other muscle publications, including Men's Health Germany. Delavier is a gifted artist with an exceptional knowledge of human anatomy. He studied morphology and anatomy for five years at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and studied dissection for three years at the Paris Faculté de Médecine. Delavier won the French powerlifting title in 1988 and makes annual presentations on the sports applications of biomechanics at conferences in Switzerland. His teaching efforts have earned him the Grand Prix de Techniques et de Pédagogie Sportive. Delavier lives in Paris, France.

Customer Reviews

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Read if You Lift Weights, July 30, 2006

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Susanna Hutcheson "Copywriting for the Discri... (Midwest U.S.A.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strength Training Anatomy - 2nd Edition (Paperback)

I'm very impressed with this useful book. I've lifted weights for a long time and I appreciate knowing how best to work certain muscles. I also like to do lifts that are easy on former injuries but still work the muscles. This is a perfect book for that.

Knowing what muscles your exercises use is critical to someone serious about gaining strength and building muscle. This book has those answers and is very easy to read and understand.

The book is the best one for both men and women. The author's book for women only deals with the lower part of a woman. News flash . . . we have an upper part too. And furthermore, we care about it just as much as our butts and thighs.

This books covers it all and also has drawings of women as well as men. It's really a great book and if you lift weights (and you should) this book is something you really should have.

It gives you instructions for all of the exercises you'll need and it shows exactly what muscle groups or muscle it works. It helps you avoid injury as well.

A great book. I highly recommend it to both men and women.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly Well Illustrated, February 27, 2008

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Chan Joon Yee "Dr Chan" (Singapore) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Strength Training Anatomy - 2nd Edition (Paperback)

The drawings in this book are certainly some of the best I've seen in this category.

In terms of content, this book is divided into various body parts namely arms, shoulders, chest, back, legs, buttocks and abdomen. There are more than 10 exercises under each section. For each body part, a series of exercises highlighting the muscles involved are presented. All active muscles are highlighted and the passive ones are labelled as well. Note accompany the drawings to provide instructions on how each exercise should be performed.

Both male and female bodies are featured. Exercises featured include those using free weights and machines. After reading this book, anyone interested in strength training (not necessarily serious bodybuilding) should be able to choose a few exercises that will suit his/her needs. No need for expensive gym equipment or memberships. The book shows us that some highly effective exercises can be performed at home or the children's playground.

Once again, the drawings are simply awesome. A great reference book for anyone who is intrested in strength training.

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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Presentation of the Human Body in Motion, January 30, 2007

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This review is from: Strength Training Anatomy - 2nd Edition (Paperback)

I owned the first edition of this book at one time, and I kicked myself for selling it when I finally joined a gym and started working out on a regular basis. This edition is an indispensable reference for planning your workouts. It is conveniently divided into seven parts, so it's possible to exercise almost every one of your muscles in a week. The drawings show you which exercises and angles work which muscles, variations of common lifts, and all muscles in each exercise are individually labeled.

The difference between the first and second editions is noticeable, but the update is not significant enough for me to recommend that owners of the first edition buy this second edition. The new features include some information on the differences between men's and women's bodies as well as differences among all people. For example, your friend might be able to lift a weight in a certain way, but the structures of your elbows force you to lift the weight in a modified form. Along with this acknowledgement of different body types and shapes comes more information on safety with regard to muscle and tendon tears.

If you need help with your weightlifting form, need tips for lifting weights safely, or you are simply interested in how the human body bears weight, this is a great book for you, indeed.