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Resistance Training

This area will look at safety precautions and exercise techniques for resistance training.

Key Concepts:

• Proper breathing and spotting
• Adaptations to training e.g. hypertrophy exercise design

References:

• Haff, G. & Tripplet, N.T. (2015). Essentials of Strength Training & Conditioning (4^th Edition). Human Kinetics.
• Fleck, S. & Kraemer, W. (2014). Designing Resistance Training Programs (4^th Edition). Human Kinetics.
• Kinakin, K. (2008). Optimal Muscle Training. Human Kinetics.