Exercise Performance

Are you looking to improve your athletic performance and take your training to the next level? Look no further than The Science of Athletic Performance, the definitive guide to understanding the anatomy and physiology behind top-level athleticism. Written by renowned sports scientist Hadley Mannings, this book delves into the mechanisms of muscle force production, the role of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and the energy systems at play during exercise. Mannings also explores the various types of training and the importance of periodization, as well as the role of technology in...

The groundbreaking book that revolutionized exercise nutrition and performance for female athletes, now freshly updated Women are not small men. Stop eating and training like one. In ROAR, exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Stacy T. Sims, PhD, teaches you everything you need to know...

Mortality suddenly on the distant radar? Approaching middle age? Family man, but more family than man? It was either do something big or have an affair! I chose the former, and it put me in the best place. I was approaching fifty, had 2 kids, a nice house by the sea, my career was going well and I was happily married. Or was at the time of writing but that is another story and another book. I was also getting larger and working more and could feel the impact on my health both mental and physical. This is my story. I went from an arbitrary exercise regime and excuses to completing an Ironman...

Legendary leadership and elite performance expert Robin Sharma introduced The 5am Club concept over twenty years ago, based on a revolutionary morning routine that has helped his clients maximize their productivity, activate their best health and bulletproof their serenity in this age of...

As a top-level decathlete for 25 years, Joe Hippensteel sustained over 100 injuries and searched the medical world and alternative and physical therapies to find a way to eliminate pain and injuries in training with little success. So he discovered and developed the magic 24 Ranges of Motion you’ll learn in this book. With this new methodology, Joe was able to train harder, longer, and at a more intense level for many more years, pain and injury free.

Are you looking for a natural ways to improve your athletic performance, boost your immune system, fight erectile dysfunction, manage high blood pressure (hypertension), improve heart health, manage type-2 diabetes, and promote overall health? Look no further than Natural Nitric Oxide Boosters! Nitric oxide is a vital molecule produced naturally in the body that plays a key role in regulating blood flow, immune function, and cellular communication. In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn how to naturally increase your body's production of nitric oxide, unlocking a range of benefits for ...

There is a new revolution happening in sports as more and more athletes are basing their success on this game-changing combination: health, nutrition, training, recovery, and mindset. Unfortunately, the evidence-based techniques that the expert PhDs, academic institutions, and professional performance staffs follow can be in stark contrast to what many athletes actually practice. When combined with the noise of social media, old-school traditions, and bro-science, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction.

The New York Times bestseller – with a new afterword about early specialization in youth sports – from the author of Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World. The debate is as old as physical competition. Are stars like Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, and Serena Williams genetic...

Written by a Sports Performance Professional, Certified Mental Training Coach, AND Parent of a Division 1 Athlete. Teen athletes navigate a challenging world, balancing high expectations and pressures. Mental toughness is their secret weapon. This book explores its role beyond the playing field, addressing academic stress, social complexities, and personal development. Discover: Specialized Guide: Tailored for adolescent athletes and parents, recognizing their unique challenges. Practical Strategies: Equip young athletes with actionable techniques for real-life application. Comprehensive ...

Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor for Improved Bladder Control, Enhanced Sexual Performance, and Prostate Health Are you struggling with embarrassing leaks when you laugh, sneeze, or exercise? Finding your erections aren't as firm as they used to be? Worried about maintaining control as you age? You're not alone. Up to 30% of men over 40 experience urinary incontinence, and erectile issues affect millions more. Yet most men suffer in silence, unaware that a simple, discrete exercise can transform these intimate aspects of their lives. Imagine a life where you: Never worry about sudden leaks ...

REGAIN CONTROL, BOOST PERFORMANCE — IN JUST 7 MINUTES A DAY Struggling with control, stamina, or confidence? You’re not alone. Millions of men deal with weak pelvic muscles — leading to poor performance, low confidence, and frustration. Real performance starts from within. WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE ✔ Stronger, longer-lasting erections ✔ Better bladder control — naturally ✔ Increased stamina and endurance ✔ More confidence in every situation WHY THIS BOOK IS DIFFERENT This book gives you a clear, proven 28-day system designed to deliver results fast — in just 7 minutes a day. ...

NOZERODAYS is a field manual. Small, consistent daily actions compound into huge gains. These ten tenets are short orders: do the thing, train the body, sharpen the mind, own recovery, and never accept a zero day.

Essentials of Exercise & Sport Nutrition: Science to Practice – Second Edition provides an updated evidence-based overview of the science and practice of sports and active nutrition, physical and cognitive performance enhancement, weight management, and body composition optimization for beginners and athletes. This book serves as a foundational book for undergraduate and graduate sports nutrition classes and professionals in the field who work with athletes and clients to optimize performance through exercise training, diet interventions, nutrient timing, and evidence-based dietary ...

Guitar Mastery: A Complete Guide: Basics to Virtuoso in Ten Easy Steps is an all-in-one guide for aspiring and advanced guitarists alike, crafted to help you master every aspect of playing. Part of the Music Mastery series by Modern Renaissance Publishing, this book offers a step-by-step approach to developing your skills, from choosing the right guitar and essential accessories to mastering advanced techniques. Each chapter focuses on building the foundational skills you need to progress confidently, while also providing advanced insights for those looking to reach the highest levels of ...

Twenty-six point two miles isn’t enough anymore. Obstacle course racing, which combines the endurance challenges of a marathon with the mind-bending rigors of overcoming obstacles along the way, is taking the world by storm. At the center of this phenomenon is Joe De Sena, the driving force behind the enormously popular Spartan Race. De Sena offers a simple philosophy: commit to a goal, put in the work, and get it done.

Designed for students and professionals in exercise science, kinesiology, and sports medicine, Muscle University: Research Foundations in Exercise Science provides an authoritative, practical, and comprehensive guide to conducting rigorous scientific research. This textbook combines foundational research theory with hands-on laboratory practice, equipping readers with the critical skills required for designing, implementing, and analyzing exercise science research. Key Features Include: Research Foundations: Clear, accessible explanations of experimental and observational research designs, ...

Essential warm-up exercises for anyone who wants to use their voice more effectively. An accompaniment to The Voice Exercise Book, the accessible and straightforward guide to good voice production. If you're using your voice in a professional capacity - as a performer, a public speaker, a teacher, or even for long hours over the telephone - then warming up is an essential part of ensuring best practice and vocal health. In this audiobook, Jeannette Nelson provides three complete and easy-to-use voice warm-ups that she uses with actors and non-actors alike.

Prepare for your next run or race with these running and jogging-specific affirmations. Improve your confidence, stamina, endurance, energy, and your overall love of running. In Boosting Performance with 160 Positive Running Affirmations, you’ll get pre-race affirmations, affirmations for long-distance running, endurance-inspiring affirmations, and much more! If you feel like you've been in a running rut, and are lacking the motivation to get out on the trails, this audiobook is for you!

Recovering from Training is the ultimate guide to the theory and practice of recovery from training. It will allow the dedicated athlete and coach to plan out training, diet, and recovery strategies for optimal results. If you can recover better, you can train more, train harder, and make better gains over time.

Because most nutrition products and training plans are designed for men, it's no wonder that so many female athletes struggle to reach their full potential. ROAR is a comprehensive, physiology-based nutrition and training guide specifically designed for active women. This book teaches you everything you need to know to adapt your nutrition, hydration, and training to your unique physiology so you can work with, rather than against, your female physiology.