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Technique, methods and variations The squat is one of the most popular and effective full-body exercises in strength training. Because no other exercise trains muscular balance, flexibility and strength more efficiently, it is often referred to as ‘The King of all Exercises’. Strength coach and trainer Wolfgang Unsöld, whose expertise is trusted by professional sportspeople and athletes from all over the world, also relies on this all-in-one exercise – which engages over 400 muscles – in his training programmes. Yet very few people perform squats correctly. In fact, the vast majority of people doing squats are doing them incorrectly. This book debunks the most common myths and misconceptions, explains the different techniques through text and illustrations, and goes into detail on how to improve performance. From front squats and squats with flat or raised heels, through to Klokov and Medvedev squats, right up to jump squats and Romanian deadlifts, all the key squat variations are presented. The reader learns how and when to use these for optimal results. The book includes over 10 different training programmes, such as the YPSI Squat Holiday, an intensive programme consisting of 18 training sessions over 6 days, resulting in an average increase of approximately 15 kilos in squat weight – including a loss of approximately 1.5 per cent body fat and a gain of approximately 3 kilos in lean muscle mass! About the author Wolfgang Unsöld is one of the world’s most successful strength coaches and trainers. He is the founder of the Your Personal Strength Institute (YPSI) in Stuttgart, which, in addition to consultancy and personal training, also offers its own range of supplements as well as seminars and coach training courses. He has worked with elite athletes from over 20 sports, including 13 athletes who competed at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi and 3 athletes who competed at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He has certified over 240 trainers in 21 countries across four continents with the YPSI Trainer B & A licence and has delivered seminars in 14 countries.

Every woman wants a shapely figure, a flat tummy, slender legs and a firm bottom. You can achieve all this with a simple resistance band, in the comfort of your own home and with minimal time investment! This holistic training programme, which includes a high-quality fitness band, shows you the way to your dream figure. Exercises for all muscle groups and areas of the body form a balanced full-body workout that can easily be done at home. The band makes the workout varied and challenging, and the intensity can be adapted to suit your individual ability. A well-thought-out nutrition and endurance training programme rounds off the book. Read an extract | Table of contents | About the author: Bernd Thurner, born in 1970, is a qualified sports instructor specialising in prevention and rehabilitation. In this role, he works at a therapy and training centre. Together with Christof Baur, he has published numerous bestsellers on sport and fitness topics. Christof Baur, born in 1965, is a qualified sports instructor specialising in prevention and rehabilitation, and holds a Master of Arts in sports education, psychology and pedagogy. He was a lecturer at the vocational school for psychotherapy and now works at a therapy and training centre.