ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription - Softcover

American College Of Sports Medicine

Softcover

ISBN 10: 078176906X ISBN 13: 9780781769068

Publisher: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2009

Synopsis

This valuable complement to "ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs and the major position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and other scientific organizations. Providing readers with the information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) set forth in the Eighth Edition of the ACSM's Guidelines, it's a recommended study and review tool for preparing for any ACSM certification exam. It is a comprehensive resource for those working in the fitness and clinical exercise fields, as well as those in academic training. The contributions of more than 80 experts are featured, showcasing their expertise in physiology, kinesiology, fitness, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, and epidemiology. Content comprises both theoretical and practical physiological concepts, with related examples of exercise testing, training and programming.

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Product Description

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.

Synopsis

Designed as a companion to "ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" and as a textbook for ACSM certification candidates, 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. A companion website for instructors will offer a test generator, an image bank, PowerPoint slides, and a WebCT/BlackBoard-ready course cartridge. A student Website will offer the fully searchable text.

Edition details

• Publisher: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 078176906X
• ISBN 13: 9780781769068
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 896
• Editor: American College Of Sports Medicine