Fitness Deals Blog

Personal Training With Jackie Warner

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

Product Description

Sifting through the numerous guidelines on physical activity and health published by government agencies, professional organizations, and associations can be a daunting task. Information exists in all types of formats and locations—including government documents, press releases, and Web sites—so simply finding those guidelines can be an ordeal. Physical Activity and Health Guidelines puts the current information in one place—at your fingertips.

Physical Activity and Health Guidelines compiles the latest recommendations from various leading sources and organizations into a single text. This one-of-kind resource provides quick reference to physical activity and health recommendations for healthy people and for those with chronic conditions across all age groups. All readers—physicians, physical therapists, fitness professionals, and general fitness enthusiasts—will be able to locate individualized recommendations regarding appropriate levels and types of physical activity.

Specific activity recommendations for people with diabetes, asthma, osteoarthritis, and cerebral palsy are detailed in this text. Other guidelines for the prevention of common chronic diseases such as cancer, coronary artery disease, osteoporosis, and metabolic syndrome are also shared.

This text also includes the following information:

• The components of exercise program design, which will assist readers in preparing to implement individual and group exercise programs

• How physical activity recommendations can help people meet weight-management guidelines

• Information on purchasing and using exercise equipment such as treadmills, heart rate monitors, weight training machines, and exercise videos

• Guidelines for cardiac testing and other exercise testing to assist in the implementation and evaluation of physical activity programs as well as the assessment of the safety of these programs for people with chronic conditions

For ease of use, Physical Activity and Health Guidelines presents information in a consistent format for each entry, including the date issued or most recently updated, the issuing organization, appropriate population, and location of the guidelines (with Web sites when available). Recommendations are given for aerobic, resistance, and flexibility training; further specifications regarding the frequency, intensity, duration, and type of activity are included. An appendix lists additional resources divided by topic and includes Web addresses of key organizations, statements, and other physical activity and health-related tools.

Physical Activity and Health Guidelines is the first text to gather the wealth of information regarding physical activity, exercise, and health needs and recommendations into a single source. Convenient and easy to use, this unique text will help readers understand the requirements for safe and effective physical activity for all people regardless of health conditions, and it offers the basic knowledge and tools for designing and implementing appropriate physical activity programs.

Physical Activity and Health Guidelines: Recommendations for Various Ages, Fitness Levels, and Conditions from 57 Authoritative Sources

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

Product Description
Unique in its scope, depth of content, organization, and approach to the subject matter, the sixth edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription will assist exercise science students and practitioners in bridging the gap between research and practice. Built around physical fitness components, this text shows readers first how to assess each component and then how to design exercise programs based on that assessment. Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription synthesizes concepts and theories from exercise physiology, kinesiology, measurement, psychology, and nutrition to provide a clearly defined approach to physical fitness testing and the design of individualized exercise programs. Unlike other introductory texts, which typically focus on field testing for evaluating physical fitness, this text includes both field and laboratory assessment techniques. This user-friendly text offers the latest physical activity and exercise recommendations for health benefits, weight loss, and weight maintenance as well as practical guidelines for designing individualized exercise programs for your clients. Readers will find the latest information on maximal and submaximal graded exercise testing in healthy populations, muscular fitness testing protocols and norms for children and adults, and field tests and norms for evaluating cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness, body composition, flexibility, and balance. The sixth edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription presents updated content throughout, including new guidelines for exercise testing and prescription from the 2010 edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, plus new physical activity recommendations from the U.S. government, American Dietetic Association, and the American Heart Association. Several topics have also been added or expanded to include updated information on •using new technologies—including global positioning systems (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS), interactive video games (such as Wii), and persuasive technology—to promote physical activity and to change exercise behaviors; •behavior change theories and models, including the health belief model, decision-making theory, theory of reasoned action, theory of planned behavior, and self-determination theory; •certification and licensure of exercise science professionals; •OMNI pictorial scales for assessing ratings of perceived exertion of adults and children; •exercise recommendations for preventing low back pain from the North American Spine Society; and •assessing balance and designing balance programs (new chapter). Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription begins with an overview of physical activity, health, and disease. Next, preliminary health screening, risk classification, and the principles of fitness assessment, exercise prescription, and exercise program design are discussed. The remainder of the text provides in-depth coverage of assessment and exercise prescription for each of five physical fitness components: cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular fitness, body weight and composition, flexibility, and balance. Within each chapter, key questions alert readers to essential information, while key points, review questions, and key terms reinforce important concepts and content. For instructors, online access to an instructor guide, test package, and presentation package provides helpful tools for lecture preparation, creative content delivery, and class assessment. In addition, for those who prefer the convenience of an electronic text, the sixth edition is now available as an e-book. By integrating the latest research, recommendations, and information into direct and clear guidelines for application, the sixth edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription bridges the gap between research and practice for fitness professionals. Its unique scope, depth of coverage, and clearly outlined approach make it a valuable resource for students and exercise science professionals to increase their knowledge, skill, and professional competence.

Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription-6th Edition

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

• Firm and tone quickly
• Foam-covered bar provides comfort and traction
• Folds up against door for safety
• One-year warranty

Product Description
Folding Sit Up Bar

Everlast Folding Sit-Up Bar

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

• This board short made of stretch polyester is perfect for before and after competition.
• 4″ inseam with a rear pocket.

Product Description
Ironman is synonymous with extreme human achievement. One of the most recognized and respected brands.

TYR Ironman Multisport Women’s Board Short

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

Product Description
Whether they’re beginning or advanced, Strength Fitness: Physiological Principles and Training Techniques gives your students physiological principles and training techniques for safe, effective strength training. Author Wayne Westcott bases the routines in this text on the guidelines of the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Council on Exercise to ensure your students are using sound techniques and practical information when developing their training programs.

Strength Fitness: Physiological Principles and Training Techniques

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

ASICS Men’s Myles II Running Tight

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

Product Description
The comfortable neoprene Ankle/Wrist weights from TKO feature a convenient velcro closure, with steel ring, for a secure fit. These weights are great for adding weighted resistance to your fitness and rehabilitation programs. Sold in pairs, 1 lb each.

TKO Neoprene Wrist/Ankle Weights

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

Product Description

Motorsport Fitness Manual: Improve your performance with physical and mental training

Bookmark It

Hide Sites

• Extra-wide padded harness
• Heavy-duty solid steel D ring
• Comfortable foam grips
• Lifetime warranty

Product Description
Extra-wide padded harness protects the neck, shoulders, back and chest while you concentrate on your abs and obliques. Comfortable foam grips offer quick and easy hand positioning. Heavy-duty solid steel D ring for strength and durability.

Body Solid ACH18 Ab Crunch Harness

Bookmark It

Hide Sites