ANAEROBICS

by LINUS DOWELL
1st ed., 298 pages, $19.95
ISBN 978-0-89641-086-2 

This book provides a complete anaerobic program for physical fitness designed to contribute to the development of the total individual. It discusses exercise and diet, providing daily log sheets for planning a program. The exercises are clearly illustrated by numerous photographs. Charts provide guidelines for evaluations. Permanent record forms, Anaerobic Test Score Sheets, a sample examination, and a selected bibliography are also included.

Contents

Chapter 1: Basic Exercise Positions

Chapter 2: Exercise and Diet

Chapter 3: Physical Fitness

Chapter 4: Strength and Muscular Endurance

Chapter 5: Physique and Figure

Chapter 6: Agility, Speed, and Power

Chapter 7: Coordination, Balance, and Flexibility

Chapter 8: Movement and Mechanics

Chapter 9: Skill and Motor Learning

Chapter 10: Additional Anaerobic Activities and Principles

Chapter 11: Sample Examination

Chapter 12: Permanent Record

Chapter 13: Anaerobic Test Score Sheets

Chapter 14: Daily Log

Selected Bibliography.

About the Author

Linus Dowell graduated from Northeast Missouri State University degrees in mathematics and physical education. After a five-year stint in the Navy, he completed his graduate work at the University of Missouri. Linus now serves as the coordinator of graduate and professional programs in the Kinesiology Department at Texas A&M University. He also served as the head of Arkansas State University's department from 1961-1966, and as Athletic Director at the Naval Academy while in the service. Recognized internationally in the field of Teaching Strategies, Linus was the first to conduct research in the "Theory of Games," a mathematical model involving motor skills. He has published over 60 articles and authored or co-authored seven books.