PART 1: Basic Science
1. Bioenergetics
T. Jeff Chandler, W. Britt Chandler, and C. Eric Arnold
2. The Cardiorespiratory System
Andy Bosak
3. The Neuromuscular System
Jared W. Coburn, Travis W. Beck, Herbert A. deVries, Terry J. Housh, Kristen C. Cochrane-Snyman, and Evan E. Schick
4. The Skeletal System
W. Britt Chandler, T. Jeff Chandler, and Clint Alley
5. Biomechanics of Resistance Training
Scott K. Lynn, Guillermo J. Noffal, and Derek N. Pamukoff
6. The Endocrine System
Andy Bosak
7. Nutrition
Colin D. Wilborn, Lem Taylor, and Jaci N. Davis
PART 2: Organization and Administration
8. Facility Administration and Design
Allen Hedrick
9. Warm-up and Flexibility
Duane V. Knudson
10. Test Administration and Interpretation
Megan A. Wong, Ian J. Dobbs, Casey M. Watkins, and Lee E. Brown
11. Resistance Exercise Techniques and Spotting
Ryan T. McManus and Andrew J. Galpin
PART 3: Exercise Prescription
12. Needs Analysis
Andy V. Khamoui, Michael C. Zourdos, and Lee E. Brown
13. Program Design
Nathan Serrano and Andrew J. Galpin
14. Periodization of Resistance Training: Concepts and Paradigms
William J. Kraemer and Matthew K. Beeler
15. Aerobic Exercise Prescription
Anthony B. Ciccone, Loree L. Weir, and Joseph P. Weir
16. Resistance Training Prescription
Michael C. Zourdos, Andy V. Khamoui, and Lee E. Brown
17. Plyometric, Speed, Agility and Quickness Exercise Prescription
Casey M. Watkins, Saldiam R. Barillas, Megan A. Wong, and Lee E. Brown
18. Implement Training
Allen Hedrick
PART 4: Special Topics
19. Applied Sport Psychology
Traci A. Statler
20. Strength Training for Special Populations
Marie E. Pepin, Joseph A. Roche, and Moh H. Malek
21. Age and Gender Training Considerations
Tammy K. Evetovich and Joan M. Eckerson
22. Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Todd S. Ellenbecker, Jake Bleacher, Tad Pieczynski, and Anna Thatcher
23. Ergogenic Aids
Colin D. Wilborn, Lem Taylor, and Jaci N. Davis