Strength Training for Young Athletes - 2E [Paperback]

William J. Kraemer (Author), Steven J. Fleck (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 20, 2004

Young superstar athletes have dispelled long-standing misconceptions that strength development should start in the late teens. But much discussion has continued regarding what type of training is most beneficial.

Strength Training for Young Athletes provides all the answers as the authoritative guide to strength development for 7- to 18-year-old athletes. World-renowned strength and conditioning experts William Kraemer and Steven Fleck present the latest facts on the effects of strength training on growth, development, and performance. The authors then make recommendations relative to starting age, choice of exercises, frequency of training, rate of progression, and philosophical aspects of program design.

Learn how to individualize the age-appropriate sample training programs provided, based on the athlete's physical, psychological, and emotional maturity as well as the demands of the sport. Such carefully designed programs not only improve athletic performance and prepare young athletes for higher competitive levels, but they also help to decrease the incidence of injury along the way.

Strength Training for Young Athletes is the most complete and credible resource for developing the muscular foundation for athletic success.

Editorial Reviews

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""""In "Strength Training for Young Athletes," Dr. Kraemer and Dr. Fleck teach how to develop a safe, effective program, addressing the physical and psychological maturation of each individual. This book should be required reading for anyone training young athletes."""
Robert Jursnick
Executive director, National Strength and Conditioning Association
"""I know first-hand that a successful young athlete has a well rounded training program that includes strength training. An ideal resource for those who want to get it right, "Strength Training for Young Athletes" will help you design a program that will prepare your athletes for their next level of performance."""
Mike Nitka
Director of strength and conditioning, Muskego High School
Former Vice President, National Strength and Conditioning Association
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""In Strength Training for Young Athletes, Dr. Kraemer and Dr. Fleck teach how to develop a safe, effective program, addressing the physical and psychological maturation of each individual. This book should be required reading for anyone training young athletes.""

Robert Jursnick
Executive director, National Strength and Conditioning Association

""I know first-hand that a successful young athlete has a well rounded training program that includes strength training. An ideal resource for those who want to get it right, Strength Training for Young Athletes will help you design a program that will prepare your athletes for their next level of performance.""

Mike Nitka
Director of strength and conditioning, Muskego High School
Former Vice President, National Strength and Conditioning Association

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 296 pages
• Publisher: Human Kinetics; 2 edition (September 20, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0736051031
• ISBN-13: 978-0736051033
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #308,993 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #28 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > For Children
  • #37 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Coaching > Children's Sports

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Parents, Coaches and the Motivated Young Athlete, August 1, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Strength Training for Young Athletes (Paperback)

Great sourcebook for young athletes, coaches and parents that debunks the myths associated with physical fitness for children. Provides great guidance to help children safely improve their performance while also helping to prevent injury. A wise investment for the serious young athlete. Recommended by the renowned sports orthopedic practice at Boston's Children's Hospital. Written for adults but readable by children.

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice reference and clear instruction, January 7, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Strength Training for Young Athletes (Paperback)

I am a fight trainer and I train athletes to compete in full contact and mixed martial arts style fights. I do have some young people that come to me for training. They are between the ages of 12 and 16 and obviously their training must be done differently than a full grown advanced athlete. This book gave me some direction and acknowledges many myths about youths training with weights. It is not a book for body building. Children should not be trying to "bodybuild". This is training for "strength and power".

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Helping a 14 year old develop a workout routine, January 22, 2009

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Bill Baskette (East Tennessee, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Strength Training for Young Athletes (Paperback)

My son started lifting on his own about 3 months ago. I wanted to set him up with a good workout with the right weight and repetition so he would get the most out of the work out without damaging his developing bone and muscle structure. This book was extremely helpful in that it addresses safety issues, weight determination (maximum lift), repetitions and change ups. I would recommend this book to anyone with a pre-teen to mid-teen. It offers a good alternative to an adult lifting regimen that is not suitable for growing bodies.