Chapter 1: Anatomy & Physiology for the Strength & Conditioning Professional
by Joe Powell: Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach, Central Michigan University
— An introduction to anatomy: Analysis of planes and axes of the body, major joints and prime movers … The structure and function of muscular tissue… How the neuromuscular system is involved … The sliding theory of muscular contraction … characteristics of muscle fiber types … The cardiovascular system and mechanics of breathing
Chapter 2: Energy Systems & Conditioning
by Bill Burghardt: Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach, Michigan State University
— The three primary energy systems … other energy systems … practical applications … major energy stores in the body and approximate caloric value of each … Energy system contributions to football, baseball, basketball and many other popular sports … examples of proper conditioning programs … for baseball, basketball, American football and soccer
Chapter 3: Testing & Evaluation for Strength & Conditioning
by Freddie Walker: Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach, University of Pittsburgh
— The goal of testing … three major questions that need to be answered on the rationale of training … how to use testing to evaluate athletes and the major value of doing so … how and what to communicate to the athlete … schedule and sequence of athletic testing … five different types of texting and how to administer each … integrated assessment of The Big 5 … special considerations for younger athletes …
Chapter 4: Warm-Up & Mobility for Performance
by Brian Clarke: Strength & Conditioning Coach, Noblesville H.S.
— Details of the four-point warmup system … the most under-utilized element of the warmup period and how to take better advantage of it … a general template that you can start using right away … when and how to successfully incorporate diaphragmatic breathing … mobility training … how to perform self-myofascial release … a sample SMFR program for seven aspects of the body … how to build dynamic flexibility … the role of static flexibility … sample proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation routine
Chapter 5: Strength Training Program Design for Athletes
by Mark Naylor: Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach, University of Michigan
Chapter 6: Explosive Training for Young Athletes
by Darl Bauer: Associate Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, West Virginia University
Chapter 7: Plyometric Training
by Adam Feit & Bobby Smith: Reach Your Potential Training
Chapter 8: Training the Neck
by Greg Pyszczynski: Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach, Iowa State University
Chapter 9: Training the Multi-Sport Athlete
by Fred Eaves: Strength & Conditioning Coach, Battle Ground Academy
Chapter 10: Spotting in the Weight Room
by Mark Naylor: Strength & Conditioning Coach, University of Michigan
Chapter 11: Training to Prevent Injuries
by Dr. Selena Budge: Creator of Stability Enhancement Systems
Chapter 12: In-Season Training Considerations
by Blair Wagner: Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach, Los Angeles Rams
Chapter 13: Incorporating Speed Training In a Strength & Conditioning Program
by Jim Kielbaso: IYCA
Chapter 14: Considerations for Female Athletes
by Dr. Kristin Shuman: Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, Idaho State University
Chapter 15: Coaching & Supervision in the Weight Room
by Aaron Hillmann: Dir of Player Development, Iowa State Univ.
Chapter 16: Motivation & Leadership for the Strength & Conditioning Professional
by Ron McKeefery: PLAE USA
Chapter 17: 26 Ways to Make an Impact as a Strength & Conditioning Professional
by Rob Taylor: SMARTER Team Training
