Fitness Through Aerobics / Edition 8

by Jan Galen Bishop

Overview

Reflecting current popular topics in aerobic fitness, Fitness Through Aerobics, Eighth Edition covers a broad array of issues that speak to a wide range of aerobics instructors, and will engage students of every background and discipline. Bishop teaches steps and methodologies for performing all types of aerobic dance exercises–as well as strength and flexibility exercises that contribute to proper technique–in a straightforward, accessible writing style.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2900321678286
Publisher:	Benjamin Cummings
Publication date:	03/31/2010
Edition description:	Older Edition
Pages:	272
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 1.25(h) x 9.00(d)

About the Author

Jan G. Bishop is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Education &
Human Performance at Central Connecticut State University. She teaches courses in aerobics and fitness, motor development, and motor learning as well as supervising student teachers and certifying students in Physical Best. She is currently student advisor to the CT Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
(CTAHPERD) and editor of the newsletter for the Eastern District Association of AAHPERD. She was recognized in the fall of 2006 by CTAHPERD with the Outstanding Service Award and has been selected to receive the EDA-AAHPERD Outstanding Professional Award in March 2007. She has co-authored a college wellness text titled Step Up to Wellnessand presented at the state, district and national level on fitness topics. Her background includes co-running an aerobic dance certification program and being Gold Certified by IDEA. She received her M.S. in Physical Education and Dance at Indiana University and her Ed.D. in Physical Education at Arizona State University.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Aerobics, Wellness, and You!
Chapter 2. Individual Differences: Let's Talk About You Chapter 3. Fitness Components and Exercise Principles Chapter 4. The Aerobic Target Zone Chapter 5. Setting Goals and Reaching Your Dream Chapter 6. Posture: A Dynamic Concept Chapter 7. Flexibility: Warm-Up/Cool-Down Chapter 8. Rhythmic Aerobics: Variations and Styles Chapter 9. Muscular Fitness: Building Strength and Endurance Chapter 10. Resistance Exercises: Weight, Bands and Balls Chapter 11. The Mind-Body Connection Chapter 12. Nutrition and Weight Management Chapter 13. Prevention and Care Chapter 14. A Lifetime of Aerobics Appendix 1 Muscles of the Body Appendix 2 Clothing and Equipment Appendix 3 Internet Resources

Editorial Reviews

This guide to aerobic exercise describes the relationship between exercise and health, considers the effect of health factors like asthma and pregnancy, offers advice on clothing and equipment, provides guidance for creating an aerobics routine, and includes instructions for particular exercises. Black and white photographs and illustrations accompany narrative descriptions of the exercises. Worksheets are provided for listing health information, calculating one's target heart rate, setting goals, logging progress, testing fitness, and nutrition planning. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

New edition of a textbook that provides important exercise information that is difficult for an instructor to convey in a filled gymasium. Topics include goal setting, clothing and equipment, rhythmic aerobics, toning exercises, exercises to avoid, warming up and cooling down, nutrition and weight control, and care and prevention of injuries. Includes tips, bolded key words, and tear-out worksheets on chapter topics. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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