Fundamental Anatomy Books
This list of books includes those for both fitness professionals, the gym rat, and the weekend warrior. Depending on the level you are training will dictate what books are best for you to read. Everything begins with a fundamental knowledge of anatomy. It is essential for a fitness professional to know this stuff inside out and it is beneficial for everyone who works out to have an understanding f what is going on.
Ultimate Back Fitness & Performance 3rd Ed
by Dr. Stuart McGill
For bad back rehabilitation programs and sport performance enhancement programs for athletes. Well illustrated and instructive. Good for those who want to know the WHY, HOW and WHEN of specific back and core exercises and how to design a logical progression.
Low Back Disorders, Second Edition
by Dr. Stuart McGill
Everyone who deals with backs, either in sports (athletes, coaches, trainers), physicians, therapists, and back pain patients themselves, should read this book.
Human Anatomy and Physiology with Interactive Physiology 10-System Suite (8th Edition)
by Elaine N. Marieb, Katja Hoehn
is a fabulous learning tool. The organization of the information is outstanding, making it very readable and a very reliable quick reference. It give a very colorful presentation in terms of pictures and figures.
