Indian clubs', or 'Iranian clubs' belong to a category of exercise equipment used for developing strength, and in juggling. In appearance, they resemble elongated bowling-pins, and are commonly made out of wood. They come in all shapes and sizes however, ranging from a few pounds each, to fifty pounds, and are commonly swung in certain patterns as part of exercise programs. They were often used in class formats, predominantly in Iran, where members would perform choreographed routines, led...

Think circuit training is for the feeble and faint-of-heart? Think again. The 300 Spartan Workout is a no-nonsense approach to high intensity fitness training based on the workout used by the cast of the film 300. This workout is intense, diverse, creative, and, most importantly, proven.The exercises in this book will give you the motivation you need to get super fit, and the expertise required to dramatically improve your muscular strength and aerobic fitness. This workout is extr...

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Resistance Training Routines for Triathletes is an easy to understand manual with complete instructions and guides to cutting-edge strength training programs for multi-sport athletes. This book contains the identical routines that triathlete, Ben Greenfield uses in his triathlon training, adapted for all experiences and fitness levels, and designed in an easy to follow format.This book also includes access to detailed high-quality video instructions and workout dem...

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In recent years the ‘body’ has become one of the most popular areas of study in the arts, humanities and social sciences. Bodybuilding, in particular, continues to be of interest to scholars of gender, media, film, cultural studies and sociology. However, there is surprisingly little scholarship available on contemporary bodybuilding. Critical Readings in Bodybuilding is the first collection to address the contemporary practice of bodybuilding, especially the way in which the acti...