Description
| Product ID: | 9781718221628 |
| Product Form: | Loose-leaf |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription |
| Authors: | Author: Ann L. Gibson, Vivian H. Heyward, Dale R. Wagner |
| Page Count: | 608 |
| Subjects: | Sports injuries and medicine, Sports injuries & medicine, Sports training and coaching, Sports training & coaching |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription is the definitive resource for learning testing protocols for five physical fitness components—cardiorespiratory capacity, muscular fitness, body composition, flexibility, and balance—and designing personalized exercise programs based on assessment outcomes. This is the loose-leaf version of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, Ninth Edition With HKPropel Online Video, which offers students a less expensive, printed version of the text. Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, Ninth Edition With HKPropel Online Video, is the definitive resource for conducting physical fitness testing and customizing exercise programs. Now in its ninth edition, this comprehensive guide is fully updated with the latest research, the newest exercise testing and prescription guidelines, and the most up-to-date programming content. The text reflects the most recent exercise testing and prescription guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), along with physical activity recommendations from the U.S. government and American Heart Association. It highlights ACSM guidelines for physical activity and exercise testing requirements to consider before beginning exercise programs. Combining important research with practical application of testing and prescription protocols, the ninth edition also features the following:
Finally, readers will turn research into practice by understanding how to design personalized exercise prescription, customized for each client based on individual assessment outcomes. Information on appropriate training methods and programming considerations are presented for each component of fitness. With an unparalleled depth of coverage and clearly outlined approach, Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription bridges the gap between research and practice for students and exercise professionals alike who are eager to increase their knowledge and skill in assessing elements of fitness and designing individualized exercise programs. Earn continuing education credits/units! 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. Note: A code for accessing online videos is included with all new print books. |
| Imprint Name: | Human Kinetics |
| Publisher Name: | Human Kinetics Publishers |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2024-02-01 |
