"Cross-Training for Dummies" features: tips on mixing and matching activities for a balanced workout; photographs and illustrations that show proper techniques; and advice on setting goals, staying motivated and preventing injuries.
"Cross-Training for Dummies" features: tips on mixing and matching activities for a balanced workout; photographs and illustrations that show proper techniques; and advice on setting goals, staying motivated and preventing injuries.
Tony Ryan trains athletes, celebrities, and other high-profile clients in New York City. Martica Heaner is the author of six fitness books, the fitness director at Fitness magazine, and the star of several workout videos.
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Introduction.
PART I: Wake Up Your Workouts.
Chapter 1: Your Ever-Changing Body.
Chapter 2: A Rock-Hard Rear Is Not Enough.
Chapter 3: Variety Is the Spice of Life.
PART II: Let's Get Specific.
Chapter 4: Get A Goal (Be Smart Before You Start).
Chapter 5: Weak? Who Me? Just Test Me!
Chapter 6: Huffin' and Puffin' Cardio.
Chapter 7: Gruntin' and Groanin': Muscle Strength, Stamina, Power,and Flexibility.
PART III: Cross-Training Plans.
Chapter 8: How to Follow the Plans.
Chapter 9: Base Fitness Plan.
Chapter 10: Weight Loss Plan.
Chapter 11: Athletic Plan.
Chapter 12: Mix-n-Match Plan.
PART IV: Fabulous Moves.
Chapter 13: Technique, Technique, Technique.
Chapter 14: Your Weight Lifting Questions Answered.
Chapter 15: Warm-ups and Stretches.
Chapter 16: Basic Moves Revisited.
Chapter 17: Simple Muscle Moves.
Chapter 18: Multimuscle Moves.
Chapter 19: Key Gym Equipment.
Chapter 20: Power Moves.
Chapter 21: Fast, Tricky Moves.
PART V: Move That Body!
Chapter 22: The Solo Sporting Life.
Chapter 23: Movin' to the Groove.
Chapter 24: Strutting Your Stuff on the Field.
PART VI: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 25: Ten Things You Should Know about Muscles.
