Offering strength, endurance, power, and sport-specific programming, Functional Training is the most comprehensive resource for athletes, coaches, and athletic trainers. In an ever-changing field, it emphasizes proven techniques and approaches to training results.

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 Functional Training Anatomy, 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. Beginning with a clear definition 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 warm-up activities 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. See the inner workings of each of the exercises with superb full-color illustrations that show the primary and secondary muscles and connective tissue being used. The detailed instructions for these multiplanar and unilateral exercises ensure you execute each one correctly and safely. The Functional Focus element shows how the exercises translate to specific activities, whether that be an explosive athletic move or simply moving a box. Functional Training Anatomy 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. Earn continuing education credits/units! 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.

The goal of this special edition Research Topic is to shed light on the progress made in the past decade in the Functional Plant Eoology field, and on its future challenges to provide a thorough overview of the field. This article collection will inspire, inform and provide direction and guidance to researchers in the field.

Reach a higher level of athleticism with "Functional Training for Sports." This book presents a complete system that focuses on training your body the way it will be used during competition. Detailed exercise progressions and training will help develop the movement skills, body positions, and explosive power essential for sports.

Welcome to "Functional Wellness," a comprehensive guide designed to reshape your understanding of fitness, promote longevity, and empower you to achieve personalized wellness. In a world saturated with fitness trends, this book serves as a beacon, guiding you towards a sustainable, functional approach to health. Unlock the secrets of longevity by discovering the profound connection between functional training and a healthier, more extended life. Gain insights into how prioritizing functional movements can become the cornerstone of your journey towards lasting vitality. Embark on a transformative journey through the core principles of functional training. Experience the myriad benefits as you incorporate a variety of functional exercises into your routine, fostering a resilient, adaptable body capable of facing life's challenges head-on. Reap the rewards of strength training as we explore its vital role in enhancing overall functionality. Tailor your strength workouts to your unique needs, witnessing the transformative effects on your physical foundation and daily life. Immerse yourself in the practical benefits of integrating functional movements into your daily life. From increased efficiency in daily tasks to enhanced well-being, discover how purposeful exercises can elevate your overall quality of life. Shift your mindset and benefit from rethinking traditional measurement metrics. Experience the freedom of focusing on functional progress over scale numbers, fostering a healthier relationship with fitness and a more profound sense of accomplishment. Revel in the multitude of benefits derived from setting personalized fitness goals and designing a sustainable plan. Experience the empowerment that comes with creating a fitness journey tailored to your aspirations, making wellness an enduring and rewarding part of your lifestyle. As you conclude this enlightening journey, bask in the benefits of a newfound understanding of functional fitness. Enjoy the advantages of personalized goals, sustainable plans, and a holistic approach to wellness. "Functional Fitness Unveiled" is not just a book; it's a gateway to a healthier, more fulfilled life. The benefits extend beyond the pages of this guide. Take action today to enjoy the lasting benefits of functional fitness. Define your goals, implement functional movements, and craft a fitness plan tailored to your unique life. Join a community of like-minded individuals sharing their experiences, victories, and challenges. "Functional Fitness Unveiled" invites you to embark on a lifelong commitment to your well-being. Begin your journey now and witness the remarkable changes that lie ahead.

In Bridging the Gap from Rehab to Performance, physical therapist Sue Falsone walks the reader through the thought process and physical practice of guiding an injured athlete from injury through rehab and back to the field of play. To both health care professionals and strength and conditioning experts alike, she describes the path as her athletes move through pain and healing toward optimal function and advanced performance.

The defining attributes of the 21st-century economy and fourth industrial revolution are innovation, technology, globalization, and a rapid pace of change. Therefore, an organization's capacity to enhance the capabilities of its workforce and create a culture of continuous learning are vital to remaining competitive. These trends make an effective learning-and-development (L&D) function more critical than ever. This compendium of articles, from L&D professionals at McKinsey & Company, discusses every facet of professional development and training-from ensuring that L&D's efforts are closely aligned with business strategy to elements of advancing the L&D function, designing learning solutions, deploying digital learning, executing flawlessly, measuring impact, and ensuring good governance. For L&D professionals seeking to hone their organization's efforts, Elevating Learning & Development: Insights and Practical Guidance from the Field is the ideal resource.

This volume presents a variety of studies relating to the reach to grasp movement and provides a necessary and valuable contribution to the field of motor control. The professions covered in this book range from those interested in the basic sciences to those more interested in practical application. Neurophysiologists and biomechanists join with therapists and neural modelers to present an extensive overview of current developments. Evolutionary and developmental aspects are included together with descriptions of how this movement is affected by central nervous system damage. Purely theoretical aspects of the motor control of this movement are interspersed with treatment applications and robotics.