Concepts in Fitness Programming / Edition 1

by Robert G McMurray

Overview

Concepts in Fitness Programming presents comprehensive material about various aspects of exercise testing and prescription in a simple, stra ightforward manner. Intended for individuals who design exercise and f itness programs but who lack extensive background in fitness training, this book provides a wealth of knowledge beyond the basic "how to's" of fitness programming. Exercisers require some background in fitness and exercise-related injuries and nutrition. For safety, exerciser and instructor need to know the medical problems that limit exercise capa city or eliminate someone from safely exercising, and how drugs used f or medical problems influence exercise. Background in medical terminol ogy and the interrelationships of disease and exercise are useful for understanding exercise literature.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780849387142
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	12/23/1998
Series:	Exercise Physiology Series , #1
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.60(d)

Table of Contents

The Physiology
Basic Physiological Concepts
Exercise and Fitness
Health Risks and Exercise
Methods of Exercise Testing
Measurements of Body Composition
Flexibility, Warm-Up and Cool-Down Exercises
Principles of Aerobic Fitness Training
Strength Training Techniques
Low Back Pain and the Effects of an Exercise Program
Contraindicated Exercises
Fitness Equipment
Exercise Leadership and Motivation
Medical and Legal Implications
Exercise in Special Populations
Medications and Exercise
Care and Prevention of Exercise-Related Injuries
Civil Liability in Fitness Programming
Lifestyle Considerations
Cardiovascular Disease: Etiology and Risk Education
Nutrition for Optimal Health and Performance
Principles of Weight Management
Stress Management
Appendices
Appendix A: Fitness Testing Norms
Appendix B: Body Composition
Appendix C: Calisthenics/Aerobic Circuit