Core Workouts

by Z. B. Hill

Overview

You may have heard people talking about exercising their "core." Your chest, back, and stomach muscles are your core. These muscles are some of the most important in your body. Keeping them in shape is a big part of staying in shape now and in the future. Learn how to stay safe while working out your core muscles—and how to stick with an exercise plan. Discover the connection between core workouts and overall fitness!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781422231579
Publisher:	National Highlights Inc.
Publication date:	08/28/2014
Series:	Integrated Life of Fitness Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	7.10(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2014
Gr 9 Up—Each title introduces readers to various styles of exercise and their benefits, providing historical and scientific background as well as practical exercise routines. The photos show relatable teens, and though the graphics are dated, they're understated and don't interfere with the texts. Luckily, the overly chummy tone in the introductions (Core Workouts cheerfully states, "We've got your back!") disappears later on, and a more academic style of writing takes over. Explanations of how physical activity strengthens muscle groups and mental functioning will provide subtle motivation, and "Text Dependent Questions" will assist with closer reading and research activity. The physiological information is detailed enough for a college course in exercise science. Each book touches on safety and common injuries. Despite a few missteps, this excellent series demonstrates how a physical education class can be interdisciplinary and academically rigorous.

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