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FITNESS AND TRAINING

This series delves into a wide range of fitness and training topics, including everything from improving strength and flexibility, endurance and core training, to high-energy and HIIT training as well as overall healthy nutrition practices. Each book in the series focuses on the school-aged demographic, providing valuable information and instruction for safe and successful training. Young adult readers will learn about the importance of each type of training, the science behind how it effects the body, common injuries and how to prevent them, and instruction for exercises that will help them get stronger, faster and more fit. It introduces basic fitness concepts and demonstrates, in a fun and interesting way, how they apply to training techniques.

Hardcover

ISBN 978-1-4222-4594-1

$215.60(USD)
  Entire Series

8

2023

12+

7th - 12th

6.5 x 9

This series delves into a wide range of fitness and training topics, including everything from improving strength and flexibility, endurance and core training, to high-energy and HIIT training as well as overall healthy nutrition practices. Each book in the series focuses on the school-aged demographic, providing valuable information and instruction for safe and successful training. Young adult readers will learn about the importance of each type of training, the science behind how it effects the body, common injuries and how to prevent them, and instruction for exercises that will help them get stronger, faster and more fit. It introduces basic fitness concepts and demonstrates, in a fun and interesting way, how they apply to training techniques.

Booklist Review

Everyone knows about the coveted “six-pack”, but there’s so much more to discover about core training. As the human body’s pillar of support, your core helps you move, keeps your organs safe, allows you to breathe, and makes you a better athlete. The muscles of the core are so critical that, without sufficient core strength and stability, you wouldn’t have learned how to walk. Core Training uncovers what’s underneath the surface - the science and anatomy behind your abs. In it, you’ll learn the benefits of core training, how to prevent injury, as well as exercises to safely build muscle and stability. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.
Core Training

by Kimber Rozier

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4595-8 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7211-4 $33.95 Add To Cart

Everyone knows about the coveted “six-pack”, but there’s so much more to discover about core training. As the human body’s pillar of support, your core helps you move, keeps your organs safe, allows you to breathe, and makes you a better athlete. The muscles of the core are so critical that, without sufficient core strength and stability, you wouldn’t have learned how to walk. Core Training uncovers what’s underneath the surface - the science and anatomy behind your abs. In it, you’ll learn the benefits of core training, how to prevent injury, as well as exercises to safely build muscle and stability. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.

Endurance Training

by Kimber Rozier

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4596-5 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7212-1 $33.95 Add To Cart

It seems to be human nature to push our limits. Endurance training is just one manifestation of that. How far can we run? What’s the longest distance we can swim? Who will win the Tour de France? The human capacity to endure is quite literally what allowed us to survive throughout history. Endurance Training takes a deep dive into the elements behind extreme human feats. From the science of altitude training and aerobic capacity to adding strength training exercises to improve your cross-country times, this book answers all of your questions about endurance. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.

Fitness and Nutrition

by Kimber Rozier

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4597-2 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7213-8 $33.95 Add To Cart

The science of human nutrition has taken the world by storm. It seems every other social media ad or daytime news article features the newest advice on carbs, fats, and proteins. How much of it is true? Our diets should be designed with health and fuel in mind. Combined with fitness, proper nutrition can revolutionize your health. Fitness and Nutrition covers everything from calories and carbs to muscle gain and exercise level. You’ll find detailed information surrounding the importance of hydration, eating to perform, maintaining a healthy weight, or simply how to fuel your growing brain. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.

High Energy Workouts

by Kimber Rozier

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4598-9 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7214-5 $33.95 Add To Cart

The modern fitness era erupted when aerobics classes and in-home workout videos appeared on the scene. Suddenly, getting in shape didn’t have to be this arduous, laborious practice. You could shed pounds through laughter, free movement, and high-energy group training. Nowadays, the group exercise class is a staple of any commercial gym, with many companies specifying in the art. High-Energy Workouts investigates the advantages of alternative exercise methods, from dance and step to boxing and boot camp. In this book, you’ll learn how moving along to music drives motivation, consistency, weight loss, and more. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

by Cole Johnson

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4599-6 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7215-2 $33.95 Add To Cart

When it comes to preparing your mind and body for athletic competition, the method of training you decide to use is extremely important. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been proven, time and time again, to be a tremendous resource to the athlete involved in any sport or athletic event. The benefits, time efficiency, and carryover to competition are unmatched by virtually all other forms of training. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) paints a clear picture of the principles and science behind high-intensity training, along with presenting sample interval workouts that include video tutorials on how to properly perform unique movements. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.

Low Impact Training

by Jay Lowder

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4600-9 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7216-9 $33.95 Add To Cart

Did you know that golf is a low-impact sport? How about rock climbing or dance or yoga? In Low Impact Training, you will learn about these and other low-impact exercises and how they can improve your life for the better! This style of training is perfect for both the seasoned athlete and the inactive novice ready to start a new adventure. In an easy-to-read and engaging style, Low Impact Training explains the differences between low and high-impact training, the basics of the circulatory system, why heart rate monitoring is important, and spotlights a few sports in more detail. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.

Mind and Body Fitness

by Cole Johnson

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4601-6 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7217-6 $33.95 Add To Cart

It is important to think about fitness in terms of both your mind and body. This is the only way to maintain balance and improve your health from a holistic standpoint Mind & Body Fitness examines several effective ways to accomplish this. Inside you’ll find tips on how to focus exclusively on improving mental and physical fitness as separate but equal components. A focus is also placed on how to strengthen both aspects simultaneously. If you are a driven individual seeking research backed techniques for getting healthy from the inside out, Mind & Body Fitness is a must read! Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle that includes fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series helps you to adopt the right approach.

Strength and Bodyweight Training

by Kimber Rozier

Hardcover ISBN 978-1-4222-4602-3 $26.95 Add To Cart
eBook ISBN 978-1-4222-7218-3 $33.95 Add To Cart

The human body craves activity. Since the dawn of human existence, we’ve evolved to climb, run, jump, and crawl. Body weight and strength training, therefore, are integral aspects of fitness. Nowadays, you can hardly go one day without hearing about the latest way to lose weight, get stronger, or build muscle. Resistance training has cemented its place in human activity and recreation - whether you lift weights or not. Bodyweight and Strength Training examines how to manipulate resistance training - from basic bodyweight movements to the most advanced barbell exercises - to improve athletic performance, enhance health and wellness, decrease injury risk, and more. Every book in the Fitness and Training series looks extensively at the impact of diet, exercise, mental training and physical training on the human body. Especially in the modern world, a lifestyle of fitness is critical to well-being and longevity, and this 8-title series teaches you how to help adopt the right approach.