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This new text from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) contains information necessary to develop skills for assessing an individual’s health-related physical fitness. It provides the reader with a practical "how-to-do-it" approach for performing these assessment skills effectively, and an understanding of the theory behind and the importance of each skill or assessment. Reported errors associated with each test are also given, and a step-by-step instruction of the skills is provided in order for the reader to gain proficiency through practice. Illustrations and tables supplement the text and enhance learning.

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Published by the American College of Sports Medicine, this authoritative manual teaches health fitness professionals and students how to appropriately conduct fitness assessment testing. The focus on assessment makes this content critical for those studying to enter the fitness and rehabilitation fields, as well as those already working who need to align their practice to industry standards.This new edition has been fully updated to reflect key changes from the tenth edition of the ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription . The goal of this Fifth Edition of ACSM’s Health-Related Physical Fitness Manual is to provide a comprehensive overview of why and how to perform assessments of the five health-related components of physical fitness, namely body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory fitness.

This valuable new resource is specifically designed for candidates for the ACSM’s Certified Health Fitness Specialist (HFS) and those personal trainers wanting to take their knowledge to the next level.  It contains the latest material on health and fitness written by the entity setting the standard for scientifically based practice, The American College of Sports Medicine.  The American College of sports Medicine is the largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world. More than 45,000 members are dedicated to advancing and integrating scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.

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You know the importance of good health, but how do you achieve it? And how do you maintain it through the years as your body and lifestyle change, introducing obstacles to physical activity and optimal nutrition? In ACSM’s Complete Guide to Fitness & Health, you will find the answers and much, much more. The American College of Sports Medicine, the largest and most-respected sport science and medicine organization in the world, has created the ACSM’s Complete Guide to Fitness & Health to strip away common fads, myths, and misconceptions and provide you with the latest research, sound advice, and age-specific recommendations that you can trust. You will learn these strategies: ·Optimize your weight, improve heart health, and increase aerobic fitness, strength, flexibility, and balance. ·Improve your health by managing diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis and joint pain, pregnancy, and osteoporosis through exercise and proper nutrition. ·Determine your body composition and current cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness levels. ·Monitor, evaluate, and adjust your exercise program over time for optimal results. ·Introduce exercise, increase physical activity, and improve your diet for more energy and better health (no matter what your age!). Featuring step-by-step instructions and full-color photos for the most effective exercises, sample workouts, practical advice, age-specific physical activity guidelines, and strategies for incorporating exercise into even the busiest of lifestyles, ACSM’s Complete Guide to Fitness & Health is a resource that belongs in every family’s library.

The perfect beginner's guide for adults seeking a healthy exercise program, this resource provides a thorough approach to exercise endorsed by the National Association of Governor's Councils on Physical Fitness and Sports. Foreword by Louis Sullivan, Secretary of Health and Human Services. Illustrations.

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Here is the ultimate resource for maximizing your exercise and nutrition efforts. In this new edition of ACSM's Complete Guide to Fitness & Health, you have an authoritative reference that allows you to apply research-based guidance to your unique health and fitness needs. With a focus across the life span, this resource shows you how to pursue optimal health and fitness now and throughout the years to come. The American College of Sports Medicine, the largest and most respected sport science and medicine organization in the world, has created this book to bridge the gap between science and the practice of making personal lifestyle choices that promote health. This new edition contains age-specific advice within the framework of the latest research, thus helping you to avoid the lure of fads, unfounded myths, and misinformation. You will learn these strategies: · Incorporate the latest guidelines for physical activity and nutrition into your daily routine to improve your fitness and overall health. · Optimize your weight and increase strength, flexibility, aerobic fitness, and functional fitness. · Improve health and manage conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, depression, osteoporosis, arthritis, pregnancy, and Alzheimer’s disease through exercise and nutrition. · Monitor, evaluate, and tailor your exercise program for optimal results. Featuring step-by-step instructions and full-color photos for the most effective exercises, sample workouts, practical advice, age-specific physical activity and dietary guidelines, and strategies for incorporating exercise and healthy nutrition choices into even the busiest of lifestyles, ACSM’s Complete Guide to Fitness & Health is a resource that belongs in every fitness enthusiast’s library.

You can empower those who are challenged by physical, sensory or cognitive disabilities. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) in collaboration with The National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) has developed a specialty certification for fitness professionals. Become an ACSM/NCHPAD Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer, and give clients the knowledge and support to lead a healthy and comfortable lifestyle. This book provides the essential techniques and guidelines to prepare for the ACSM/NCHPAD Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer certification including: · Effective and adapted methods of exercise training. · Exercise precautions for people with disabilities. · An understanding of current ADA policy specific to recreation facilities and standards for accessible facility design. · Instruction to individuals with disabilities to begin and continue healthy lifestyles.

ACSM's Career and Business Guide for the Fitness Professional covers the practical aspects of running a successful fitness business and having a successful fitness career. Fitness professionals will have the information they need to start planning their own business and make wise career choices. The book is designed to be very practical and provides forms and succinct how-to instructions for successful business planning.

Designed as a companion to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and as a resource for ACSM certification candidates, this book covers all the major aspects of preventive rehabilitative and fitness programs and the major position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and other scientific organizations. It provides readers with the necessary background information to address the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) set forth in ACSM's Guidelines. Content comprises both theoretical and practical physiological concepts, with related examples of exercise testing, training and programming. Along with the text, readers have access to a companion website with the fully searchable text.

Recommended title for 2006 ACSM Certification Examinations! Designed as a companion to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, Seventh Edition and as a recommended study tool for ACSM certifications, this book covers all the major aspects of preventive rehabilitative and fitness programs and the main points from all position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine. It provides readers with the necessary background information to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) set forth in ACSM's Guidelines. New topics covered and those with increased emphasis include assessment of physical activity, applied exercise programming, arthritic diseases and conditions, neuromuscular diseases and exercise, and more.

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ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription was created as a complement to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs and the major position stands of the ACSM. The 7th edition provides information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities set forth in the new edition of Guidelines, and explains the science behind the exercise testing and prescription. ACSM's Resource Manual is a comprehensive resource for those working in the fitness and clinical exercise fields, as well as those in academic training.Highlights include:· An expanded behavior change section with the tools needed to motivate people to begin exercise and then adhere to a program· Content reflects the most recent research findings in the field as well as ACSM position stands

Technology for Fitness and Wellness Professionals is a user-friendly handbook that teaches creative technology strategies in the fields of school wellness education and physical activity and fitness management. It builds skills for using widely available technology resources to enhance instruction, assessment, motivation, communication, and advocacy in fitness settings. Designed as a comprehensive text for university students, the handbook offers clear language and straightforward organization that make its contents easily adaptable for various learner groups and individuals as well. It is equally effective with digital natives or those new to technology. Skill-specific units present thoughtfully organized, experiential assignments that increase learner confidence. Each unit produces print or digital materials for practical use. Assignments explore Google and Microsoft applications, video creation, Web 2.0 innovations, eFolio construction, blogging, podcasting, mobile computing, and more. Learners follow the step-by-step instructions provided and are linked to additional resources via embedded QR codes and URLs. Detailed assessment tools in each unit increase learner understanding and allow for efficient evaluation. Technology for Fitness and Wellness Professionals was created to accompany a course called “Technology for Wellness,” taught by the author at Slippery Rock University. This handbook evolved from the author’s previous publication, Technology for Physical Education Teacher Education (2012, 2014) which accompanied a course of that name. Like the successful curriculum out of which it grew, Technology for Fitness and Wellness Professionals prepares students to become 21st century leaders in their fields.

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Diving instructors are often the first person to screen a person's fitness for diving. Bennett (Duke U. Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina) and other specialists in the diving and hyperbaric medicine field offer guidelines on how to assess the fitness of a prospective/certified diver, when to consult a physician, and how to manage problems that arise. They also address the special needs of the growing number of older, female, and handicapped divers. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)