Core-Stability Training DVD

Practical Applications for Healthy Athletes

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Jeffrey Willardson (Eastern Illinois University) 2009 US Price: $49.95 DVD | Length: 55 minutes 827008521593 The development of core stability is essential for all athletes for a number of reasons, including its impact on the efficient execution of sports skills and the fact that it enables athletes to have less risk for injury. Core-Stability Training: Practical Applications for Healthy Athletes presents an overview of how to modify resistance exercises to create greater demand for core stability. The DVD details several different progressions that are appropriate for athletes of all fitness and ability levels. The DVD examines the reasoning behind such exercise variations as stance, base of support, and equipment utilized. Each exercise is reviewed in an easy-to-follow format, with tips that allow for its safe execution.

About the Author

Jeffrey Willardson, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the kinesiology and sports studies department at Eastern Illinois University. Dr. Willardson’s research is currently focused on three primary areas including: rest intervals within and between workouts; physiological responses and adaptations resulting from failure versus nonfailure training; and the application of core-stabilization techniques for healthy athletes. In his free time, Dr. Willardson enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. Dr. Willardson is also a competitive drug-free bodybuilder.