Concepts in Fitness Programming
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Concepts in Fitness Programming presents comprehensive material about various aspects of exercise testing and prescription in a simple, straightforward manner. Intended for individuals who design exercise and fitness programs but who lack extensive background in fitness training, this book provides a wealth of knowledge beyond the basic "how to's" of fitness programming. Exercisers require some background in fitness and exercise-related injuries and nutrition. For safety, exerciser and instructor need to know the medical problems that limit exercise capacity or eliminate someone from safely exercising, and how drugs used for medical problems influence exercise. Background in medical terminology and the interrelationships of disease and exercise are useful for understanding exercise literature.
Table of Contents
The Physiology
Basic Physiological Concepts
Exercise and Fitness
Health Risks and Exercise
Methods of Exercise Testing
Measurements of Body Composition
Flexibility, Warm-Up and Cool-Down Exercises
Principles of Aerobic Fitness Training
Strength Training Techniques
Low Back Pain and the Effects of an Exercise Program
Contraindicated Exercises
Fitness Equipment
Exercise Leadership and Motivation
Medical and Legal Implications
Exercise in Special Populations
Medications and Exercise
Care and Prevention of Exercise-Related Injuries
Civil Liability in Fitness Programming
Lifestyle Considerations
Cardiovascular Disease: Etiology and Risk Education
Nutrition for Optimal Health and Performance
Principles of Weight Management
Stress Management
Appendices
Appendix A: Fitness Testing Norms
Appendix B: Body Composition
Appendix C: Calisthenics/Aerobic Circuit
Editorial Reviews
"…excellent work…well written…"
--A. H. Goldfarb, University of North Carolina, Greensboro, CHOICE
