The Athletic Trainer"s Guide to Strength and Endurance Training is the perfect text geared specifically towards the athletic training student and clinician concentrating on sports performance and training. An important aspect of the athletic training profession is to incorporate total body wellness, and strength and endurance training as the athlete progresses through the return to activity phase during rehabilitation. This user-friendly reference text offers the reader the appropriate tools to understand and implement the domains of strength, speed, and endurance training, as well as plyometrics and injury prevention. The Athletic Trainer"s Guide to Strength and Endurance Training is organized in an easy-to-read format that will allow for quick reference when searching for a specific topic. Sport specific programs are provided for a variety of sports, which are then broken down by phase of training. Additional assets to this invaluable text are current information on nutritional supplements and illustrations on weight training and supplemental routines. Topics covered inside: Safety Issues Principles of Human Muscle Performance Special Populations Sport-Specific Training Regimens Basic Dietary Requirements for Athletes Current Knowledge of Supplements for Strength or Endurance