{"product_id":"individualized-training","title":"Individualized Training","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-quote\" id=\"display-quote\"\u003eQuotes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet real results by developing individualized resistance training programs.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreating an individualized resistance training program can feel like an overwhelming task, especially for coaches working with a variety of athletes—all with different goals—or for serious individuals who want to maximize their training results. \u003ci\u003eIndividualized Training: A System for Designing Strength and Hypertrophy Programs \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003esimplifies program design\u003c\/b\u003e with straightforward guidance on assessment, programming, and implementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resource covers the \u003cb\u003eprinciples of program design\u003c\/b\u003e, with the goal of helping you to write more effective, targeted resistance training programs for your athletes or for yourself. Taking an unbiased approach, it educates you on how to make \u003cb\u003einformed decisions\u003c\/b\u003e based on the goal or outcome of a program. You will learn the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrinciples and tools\u003c\/b\u003e for program design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhy\u003c\/b\u003e each principle is important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhen\u003c\/b\u003e they are most beneficial to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWho\u003c\/b\u003e will benefit from them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow\u003c\/b\u003e to apply them practically in a training setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed assessment is vital to creating an individualized training program, and the book provides an assessment protocol to create an athlete profile that you can use to guide your program design. This profile identifies the most effective type of program based on an individual’s abilities, needs, and goals. Individuals are unique in their training styles and preferences, so \u003ci\u003eIndividualized Training \u003c\/i\u003edoes not ask you to use someone else’s sample program. Instead, it \u003cb\u003eprovides a blueprint\u003c\/b\u003e for you to develop your own programming based on specific goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a resource for coaches and athletes, \u003ci\u003eIndividualized Training\u003c\/i\u003e helps you assess what an individual needs from a training program, how to identify the factors shaping those needs, and how to create a program that addresses them. Rather than offering a dogmatic blueprint or claiming there is only one correct way to write programs, \u003ci\u003eIndividualized Training\u003c\/i\u003e emphasizes that effective programming depends on understanding context, recognizing deficits, and learning how and when to apply a wide variety of tools. A good program is not built from every possible assessment, training split, exercise, or training method but from selecting the right options for the right person.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units!\u003c\/b\u003e A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrength and conditioning professionals, sport performance coaches, and sport-specific coaches. Individuals designing their own strength or hypertrophy training programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e The Importance of Individualization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Physiology of Hypertrophy and Strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Athlete Assessment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Training Splits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Loading Zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Training Methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Exercise Selection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Progression Models\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Deloading and Managing Neurological Stress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Specialization Training\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Sheppard\u003c\/b\u003e is a strength coach who bases his practice around a holistic approach to performance, which has been inspired by his time spent learning from experts across all areas, including the monks at Shaolin Temple. His coaching and expertise encompass advanced training; nutrition strategies, peptides, and supplementation; and mindfulness and mental health practices. The end goal is creating an integrated approach to improving individuals across all facets of life and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his career of more than 15 years, he has worked with individuals from all demographics, from the general population to professional athletes of all varieties. His penchant for biomechanics and optimizing movement quality has garnered him great success. This is particularly evident in his success in the sport of powerlifting, where he has coached multiple world champions and all-time world record holders. He is the cofounder and head coach of Train Kaizen, a company he created alongside his wife, Naomi, to bring to life their holistic approach to human performance. Sheppard is also head coach at Thibarmy and EliteFTS, where he works alongside industry icons such as Christian Thibaudeau and Dave Tate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a writer, he has written articles for a variety of respected websites, including T Nation, EliteFTS, and Thibarmy. He and Christian Thibaudeau coauthored \u003ci\u003eThe Overload System for Strength\u003c\/i\u003e, published by Human Kinetics in 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an educator, Sheppard has presented seminars and workshops all across Europe and North America, including the SWIS Symposium (2022, 2023, 2024) and CanFitPro Global (2025). He has worked with coaches from a variety of institutions, including The Ohio State University and the Irish Rugby Football Union.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheppard was honored with a SWIS Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024 for his service to the industry and his role as cohost in the popular podcast \u003ci\u003eDave Tate’s Table Talk\u003c\/i\u003e, where he interviews industry experts on a wide variety of topics related to performance and well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabAuthor--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-quote\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eI’ve known Tom for years, and he’s one of the best coaches I’ve met in the industry. \u003c\/i\u003eIndividualized Training\u003ci\u003e breaks down what actually matters when it comes to assessing, programming, and getting better results.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003cb\u003eDave Tate,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder of EliteFTS Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eTom’s knowledge of physiology, kinesiology, and biomechanics, paired with his understanding of program design and exercise execution, has made an immediate impact on my coaching, my athletes, and how I view training. \u003c\/i\u003eIndividualized Training\u003ci\u003e will help you do the same!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003cb\u003eColton Razo,\u003c\/b\u003e Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at The Ohio State University\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThis book is THE go-to guide for anyone: from those looking to learn the basics of training design, all the way up to advanced individuals looking to polish their current protocols! Tom is not only a top name and expert in the strength development world but also a top-notch human being who truly cares for people. THANK YOU for this book, Tom!”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003cb\u003eAlex Kikel (a.k.a. “The Prep Coach”),\u003c\/b\u003e World-Leading Biohacker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabQuote--\u003e","brand":"Tom Sheppard","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43483096842314,"sku":null,"price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1281\/4359\/files\/comingsoon_8ef395cf-439b-4f01-b267-fb5aa56da4b8.jpg?v=1777364911","url":"https:\/\/us.humankinetics.com\/products\/individualized-training","provider":"Human Kinetics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}