Ann L. Gibson,Dale R. Wagner,Vivian H. Heyward
Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription
Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription
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The ninth edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription is a comprehensive guide for conducting physical fitness testing and customizing exercise programs. It is updated with the latest research, exercise testing, and prescription guidelines, and features 73 video clips online through HK Propel. The text covers physical activity, health, and chronic disease, and provides detailed information on field and laboratory assessments and testing protocols for each fitness component. Readers will gain insight into how to design personalized exercise prescription and appropriate training methods and programming considerations.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 608 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2024
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
The ultimate guide for conducting physical fitness testing and customizing exercise programs, the Ninth Edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, with HKPropel Online Video, is now available. This comprehensive resource has been thoroughly updated to include the latest research, the most recent exercise testing and prescription guidelines, and the most up-to-date programming content.
The text aligns with the most recent exercise testing and prescription guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), as well as physical activity recommendations from the U.S. government and American Heart Association. It emphasizes ACSM guidelines for physical activity and exercise testing requirements to consider before embarking on exercise programs.
Combining essential research with practical application of testing and prescription protocols, the Ninth Edition features a new full-color interior to enhance understanding through photos and figures. It also includes step-by-step assessment sidebars that make it convenient to locate and reference assessment procedures.
Modern guidelines for utilizing current technology to test and monitor physical activity are included, with demonstrations of many assessments and exercises provided in 73 video clips. The text is structured around the five physical fitness components: cardiorespiratory capacity, muscular fitness, body composition, flexibility, and balance. It begins with an overview of physical activity, health, and chronic disease, including discussions on preliminary health screenings and risk classification. Readers will gain insight into field and laboratory assessments and testing protocols for each component, along with detailed information on properly administering the most common assessments.
In conclusion, the Ninth Edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, with HKPropel Online Video, is an indispensable resource for fitness professionals, healthcare providers, and individuals seeking to improve their physical fitness and health. Its comprehensive coverage, updated content, and practical applications make it the go-to guide for conducting physical fitness testing and customizing exercise programs.
Weight: 1678g
ISBN-13: 9781718216112
Edition number: Ninth Edition
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