Due to the popularity, accessibility and beneficial effect on the health of those who go in for athleticism, athleticism has become one of the most popular sports in our country.
At the same time, practice shows that coaches, teachers, social activists and individuals who are independently involved in athleticism have an urgent need for special methodological literature on the organization of strength exercises, leading to the achievement of the desired goal - to improve health.
It has been established that only a well-organized and scientifically planned strength training contributes to an increase in the functional state of the cardiovascular, respiratory, neuromuscular systems, comprehensive and harmonious development of a person.
Regular strength exercises
with the overcoming of weights of various sizes, they lead to an increase in active muscle mass, strengthening of connective tissue, and a decrease in fat mass.
Based on the analysis of domestic and foreign literature, as well as their own research, the authors talk about the origin and development of athleticism, the location of the main muscle groups and their functions, modern methods used to develop strength. Of particular interest to the reader is the description of simulators and other equipment for the development of muscle strength and the exercises performed with their help. You will learn how to correctly build a training session, use a microcalculator to calculate training loads, to carry out self-control and medical monitoring of health and fitness levels using available techniques, how to use effective means of restoring performance through the use of various types of massage, thermal and water procedures , good nutrition and, finally, how to judge powerlifting and bodybuilding competitions.