Strength Training. Rationale for Current Guidelines for Adult Fitness Programs.

Feigenbaum, Matthew S.; Pollock, Michael L.

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ERIC Number: EJ542027

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Publication Date: 1997

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Strength Training. Rationale for Current Guidelines for Adult Fitness Programs.

Feigenbaum, Matthew S.; Pollock, Michael L.

Physician and Sportsmedicine, v25 n2 p44-46,49,54-56,63 Feb 1997

Strength training is an effective method of developing musculoskeletal strength and is often prescribed for fitness, health, and for prevention and rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries. This paper describes and presents a rationale for the population-specific strength training guidelines established by major health organizations. (SM)

Descriptors: Adults, Exercise Physiology, Guidelines, Health Promotion, Health Related Fitness, Injuries, Muscular Strength, Musculoskeletal System, Sports Medicine

Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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