--Myths and Misconceptions boxes debunk myths and clarify misconceptions prevalent throughout the strength & conditioning field.
--Sidebars expand on material presented in the text.
--Interpreting Research boxes highlight important research from the literature and explain how the research findings are applied in strength & conditioning practice.
--Case Studies in each chapter present real-world scenarios and require critical thinking to answer the associated questions.
--Exercise Descriptions in selected chapters include step-by-step instructions for the exercises, photos showing the exercises, as well as intensity level, variations, and caution tips.
--Summary Points are provided in a bulleted list at the end of the chapter to help capture and briefly revisit the main points covered in the chapter materials.
--Review Questions at the end of each chapter include multiple choice and true/false questions.