Fitness Professional's Handbook

Bushman, Barbara A.

Book Information
Edition:	8th
Publisher:	Human Kinetics
ISBN:	1-71821-782-X (171821782X)
ISBN-13:	978-1-71821-782-9 (9781718217829)
Old Edition:	1-4925-2337-2
Format:	Handbook
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2025
Publish Date:	04/24
Weight:	3.85 Lbs.
Pages:	632
Subject Class:	S-M (Sports Medicine)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 10 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Physiology
Subject Definition:	Exercise-Physiology; Physical Fitness-Physiology
NLM Class:	QT 255
LC Class:	GV481
Abstract:	With a newly restructured framework that strongly emphasizes real-world application, Fitness Professional...s Handbook, Eighth Edition With HKPropel Access, provides current and aspiring fitness professionals the road map for working with clients. The text translates key concepts into practical application by guiding the reader through screening participants, conducting fitness testing, evaluating the major components of fitness, and prescribing appropriate exercise.This eighth edition reflects the most up-to-date research, position stands, guidelines, and standards from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), other professional societies, and government agencies. New case studies reflecting a diverse array of clients offer real-world applications, and Research Insight sidebars cover a wide range of applicable scientific topics.This text is for undergraduate and beginning graduate courses in fitness testing, programming, and exercise prescription that assume a general background in anatomy and physiology. Also a reference for health and fitness professionals and those preparing for certification with the American College of Sports Medicine or other organization

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