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Essentials of Athletic Training, 5/e
Daniel Arnheim
William Prentice, University of North Carolina

Preventing Injuries through Fitness Training

Chapter 4 Objectives


1.

Describe the various conditioning seasons and the types of activity done in each.

2.

Discuss the foundations of conditioning.

3.

Explain the importance of a proper warm-up and cool-down.

4.

Explain the importance of flexibility.

5.

Discuss the various types of stretching and how each is performed.

6.

Discuss what physiological changes occur to cause increased strength.

7.

Discuss principles and specific techniques for improving muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility.