The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Functional Training
By Justin Price, M.A. , and Frances Sharpe
Price: $18.95 U.S

You’re no idiot, of course. You know you need to exercise to stay in shape and be healthy, but there’s more to a healthy body than buff biceps. You want your body to move well in everything you do.

Welcome to functional training! With over 300 photos and step-by-step instructions, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Functional Training Illustrated introduces you to a practical fitness program that improves your ability to handle everyday movements – such as shoveling your driveway, or participating in your favorite sports.

In this illustrated Complete Idiot’s Guide, you get:
• Nearly 120 easy-to-follow illustrated exercises, ranging from beginner to advanced.
• Tips for using resistance bands, medicine balls, BOSU, kettlebells, and your own body weight to improve your workout.
• Sports-specific exercises to help improve your golf swing, jump higher, or run better.

Great for novice bodybuilders, this book lets you:
• Take a look at your anatomy and discover how your muscle groups work together.
• Determine the right functional training exercises for you, your age, and your fitness level.
• Match exercises to activities you do every day to get the most bang for your workout buck.
• Learn tips and precautions for every exercise and warm-up to help you get the most from the move – without injury.

Published by Penguin Group