NASM Essentials of Personal Fitness Training / Edition 4

by National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), Brian G. Sutton, Scott C. Lucett

Overview

Chapter1 The Scientific Rationale for Integrated Training
Chapter2 Basic Exercise Science
Chapter3 The Cardiorespiratory System
Chapter4 Exercise Metabolism and Bioenergetics
Chapter5 Human Movement Science
Chapter6 Fitness Assessment
Chapter7 Flexibility Training Concepts
Chapter8 Cardiorespiratory Fitness Training
Chapter9 Core Training Cencepts
Chapter10 Balance Training Concepts
Chapter11 Plyometric (Reactive) Training Concepts
Chapter12 Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training
Chapter13 Resistance Training Concepts
Chapter14 Integrated Program Design and the Optimum Performance Training (OPT) Model
Chapter15 Introduction to Exercise Modalities
Chapter16 Chronic Health Conditions and Physical or Functional Limitations
Chapter17 Nutrition
Chapter18 Supplementation
Chapter19 Lifestyle Modification and Behavioral Coaching
Chapter20 Developing a Successful Personal Training Business

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781284036800
Publisher:	Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication date:	05/29/2013
Pages:	704
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

For more than 20 years, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has set the standard in certification, continuing education, solutions and tools for health and fitness, sports performance and sports medicine professionals. NASM has pioneered evidence-based health and fitness solutions that optimize physical performance and allow individuals to achieve a variety of fitness activity goals. Today, NASM serves thousands worldwide and positively impacts the lives of millions of people the world over. As the world’s foremost resource for health and fitness information, the organization continues to elevate its industry best practices by providing outstanding programs and quality certification courses for its members.

Table of Contents

Chapter1 The Scientific Rationale for Integrated Training
Chapter2 Basic Exercise Science
Chapter3 The Cardiorespiratory System
Chapter4 Exercise Metabolism and Bioenergetics
Chapter5 Human Movement Science
Chapter6 Fitness Assessment
Chapter7 Flexibility Training Concepts
Chapter8 Cardiorespiratory Fitness Training
Chapter9 Core Training Cencepts
Chapter10 Balance Training Concepts
Chapter11 Plyometric (Reactive) Training Concepts
Chapter12 Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training
Chapter13 Resistance Training Concepts
Chapter14 Integrated Program Design and the Optimum Performance Training (OPT) Model
Chapter15 Introduction to Exercise Modalities
Chapter16 Chronic Health Conditions and Physical or Functional Limitations
Chapter17 Nutrition
Chapter18 Supplementation
Chapter19 Lifestyle Modification and Behavioral Coaching
Chapter20 Developing a Successful Personal Training Business