{"product_id":"functional-training-anatomy","title":"Functional Training Anatomy","description":"\u003cb\u003eUse functional training to better prepare for athletic competition.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The term “functional training” has been associated with a fair amount of controversy ever since it became part of the fitness training vernacular more than a decade ago. In \u003ci\u003eFunctional Training Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e, noted strength and conditioning specialists Kevin Carr and Mary Kate Feit cut through the clutter and misconceptions about functional training and cover all aspects of how to build a purposeful, effective, and efficient program that provides the strength, stability, and mobility you need to support your body in life and in sports.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Beginning with a \u003cb\u003eclear definition\u003c\/b\u003e of what functional training entails, you will learn about the importance of mobility training and its impact on movement quality, performance, and injury reduction. Use the \u003cb\u003ewarm-up activities\u003c\/b\u003e to prepare for high-intensity activities. Use the medicine ball and plyometric exercises to learn to produce and absorb force. Develop power with Olympic lifts, kettlebell swings, and jumping exercises. Improve strength in the upper body, lower body, and core with hip-dominant, knee-dominant, pushing, pulling, and core exercises.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e See the inner workings of each of the exercises with superb \u003cb\u003efull-color illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e that show the primary and secondary muscles and connective tissue being used. The \u003cb\u003edetailed instructions\u003c\/b\u003e for these multiplanar and unilateral exercises ensure you execute each one correctly and safely. The \u003cb\u003eFunctional Focus element\u003c\/b\u003e shows how the exercises translate to specific activities, whether that be an explosive athletic move or simply moving a box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFunctional Training Anatomy\u003c\/i\u003e incorporates traditional and nontraditional exercises and mobility drills that will help you increase functional strength and reduce injury so your body is prepared to support the demands of athletic performance and daily living.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units!\u003c\/b\u003e A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57315329802622,"sku":"NW9781492599104","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9781492599104.jpg?v=1778646325","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/functional-training-anatomy","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}