Product Description
With more than 70 exercises accompanied by photographs and anatomical drawings, Kinesiology of Exercise is one of the most comprehensive books on strength training currently available. Written by Dr. Michael Yessis, a recognized authority in this field, Kinesiology of Exercise is essential for coaches, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, physical therapists, bodybuilders–virtually everyone interested in performing strength training exercises safely and effectively. “Dr. Yessis has done it again! . . . I consider this book an invaluable tool in updating my knowledge of and ability to teach exercises that are crucial for pro football players, both for injury prevention and performance enhancement.” — Johnny Parket Head Strength Coach, New York Giants “All bodybuilders and athletes should use this book in order to correctly perform all of the bodybuilding and strength exercises, and they will experience maximum growth without the risk of injury by using this book as a guideline.’ — Chuck Williams, bodybuilder National Light Heavyweight Winner, 1983 World Champion, 1983 “This book is a must for all personal trainers and strength and aerobic instructors. The great illustrations show clearly how each exercise should be done and the muscles involved The information in this book shows everyone how they can develop the body most effectively and safely.” — Kevin Miller Owner and General Manager, The Fitness Clubs “KinesioIogy of Exercise is a detailed, clearly illustrated text that will benefit all levels of athletic expertise, from the elite coach to the age group coach. This is a fine reference tool that belongs in every coach’s and athlete’s library.” — Randy Huntington Coach for Long Jump World Record Holder Mike Powell Dr. Michael Yessis has served as training and technique consultant to several Olympic and professional sports teams, including the L.A. Rams and L.A. Raiders football clubs and the U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team. The author of more than 2,000 articles on fitness and sports training, Dr. Yessis has also written three other books and produced four videos. He is also the president of Sports Training, Inc., a diverse sports and fitness company.
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You could find the information in this book in any number of places online. Not only would the information at a good Kinesiology website be more complete but you would also get moving gifs to show you proper form.
I don’t think I got even one useful thing out of this book.
Rating: 1 / 5
Kinesiology of Exercise
I used to have a heck of a problem with squats. I was very afraid of doing them because I did not know how to do them correctly and I had no one to teach me. I bought this book and it has turned out to be a worthy investment as it has taught me how to do certain exercises (squats, deadlifts, lunges, etc.) with very good form. Thank you Mr. Yessis. The good thing about the book is that these exercises are described in great detail and with good pictures.
For anyone who is interested in learning proper form, I recommend this book.
Rating: 5 / 5
Kinesiology of Exercise
I’ve read about a half a dozen or so books on strength training. The worst thing for the beginner is getting injured, which is very easy to do, and could stop further training for fear of getting injured again. This book describes in detail the movements involved in the lifts and injury prevention. For this alone, it’s worth it to get the book. Then, if you wish to continue there are other books to buy, such as “Weight Training-2nd: Steps to Success” which gives you workout plans and why to exercise opposing muscle groups, etc.
Rating: 5 / 5
Kinesiology of Exercise
I’m a Physical Therapist Assistant, a Nurse, and an ACSM cert Health Fitness Instructor. Yessis goes over basic kinesiology as well as how to perform these exercises with safe form. He also goes into reasons WHY bad form is harmful, how to avoid as well as why certain exercises can be beneficial in certain sports. This is a great book to become familiarized with muscles, actions, and strict form. I recommend it for any trainer or athlete. I often give it as a gift to my clients when they complete training with me.
Rating: 4 / 5
Kinesiology of Exercise
I am a certified physical fitness trainer and the Kinesiology of Exercise has been a bible to me and others for training the correct way. I stress form over weight to get the desired results and to minimize the possibility of injuries, and whenever there is a question about any exercise, I defer to this book. Michael Yessis had come to my attention many years ago when I saw his excellent Kinesiology column in Muscle and Fitness magazine, and only wish that he someday will create a new and revised Kinesiology book using the superb and highly educational anatomical graphics that he uses in the M&F magazine.
Rating: 5 / 5
Kinesiology of Exercise