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Below are the articles from the 2007 edition of Synergy, the I.A.R.T.'s Annual Journal. Soon we will list some free PDF articles (for details on how to download PDF documents click here.), but we encourage you to help support our non-profit education institute and purchase a hardcover copy for only $39.95 Canadian plus shipping (approximately $30 US, depending on the current exchange rate). Guaranteed, these are the best articles to be found in any publication on such a wide variety of topics.

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Arthur Jones: The Early Years. Written in 1969, before the release of Nautilus Bulletin #1, this 110-page document, never before in print, discusses program design in detail. Arthur walks you through training, including how to perform each exercise, and discloses a wealth of information and tips not stated in our publications. A rare find for that Jones fan.

Enhancing Fitness Clinician Skills. Standards always improve, or at least they should. This article details how to improve interviewing ability, competence, psychological assessments, self-supervision and monitoring, tackling boredom, and more.

Supporting the Musculoskeletal System. Integrating the right supplements to enhance soft tissue remodeling and development for optimum joint functioning.

The Regulation of Protein Synthesis. The effects of exercise and nutrition on protein breakdown and synthesis; the effects of catabolism and supplementation to optimize synthesis.

Beyond Exercise Theory. From Descartes, to Newton, to Mills, this article looks at principles of natural science and how they tie in to exercise application.

The Mental Process During Training. This article looks at what happens mentally days before a workout, the day of a workout, moments before, during a workout, and immediately thereafter... while considering options available to the trainee.

Therapeutic Exercise Observations. There is no one best way to treat injuries, since the extent of injury and the patient's psychology has a bearing on such application. Howver, this article considers various points for consideration and challenges many of the notions and methods used today.

The Timing of Nutrients and Protein Intake. This article discusses the value of protein and carbohydrates, and when certain nutrients need to be consumed immediately after exercise to optimize the anabolic effect.

The Essentials of Fatty Acids. A look at common deficiencies, sources of EFAs, their effects on body composition.

Accent on Female Strength Training. A leading strength and conditioning coach looks at the specific nuances and requirements to optimize female strength safely.

Training the Injured Athlete. Strength coaches need to work with other health care professionals in working with and developing physical change in injured athletes, and this article considers some of the finer points of application and organization.

Career Path for Strength and Conditioning Coaches. So, you want to work for a major sports team or get your apprenticeship through a college? It takes more than ambition and training know-how, and having a popular certification is the least of your concerns. This article explains what is required.

Exercise Muscle Testing. Exercise muscle testing identifies the nature of a dysfunction (muscle, joint, or nerve) through strength assessment of specific exercise range of motion, and this facilitates the determination of appropriate treatment and
rehabilitation interventions.

Strength Training: What has changed in 30 years? Ted Lamrinides speaks out on where the athletic strength and conditioning scene is going wrong, and some of the key aspects that must be in a program to make it effective and efficient.

Getting in Shape at 64. Frank Zane discusses his training, eating, and supplementation to get lean and peak his muscles at an age when most people retire and take it easy.

Pilates: The Irrefutable Truth. This critique looks at the so-called Pilates method and principles to determine the truth behind its effectiveness and value in physical fitness.

Effects of Carbohydrate and Water Consumption on Body Composition. If you want to look like a bodybuilder, then part of the puzzle is proper manipulation of carbs, water, and electrolytes; this articles explains how.

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