This resource provides health and fitness instructors with information for designing strength training programs for older adults. The book offers basic and advanced sample programs, as well as sport conditioning programs (new to this edition). In addition to general guidelines for senior strength training and methods for assessing strength fitness levels, the book provides recommended exercises using resistance machines, free weights, body weight, elastic bands, and stability balls. Two-page spreads on the exercises offer detailed descriptions and information on common problems and modifications, illustrated with b&w photos. This edition contains more material on program design for those with various medical conditions. The book was previously published as Strength Training for Seniors. Westcott is affiliated with Quincy College. Baechle is affiliated with Creighton University. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)