Download or read book Handbook for Trainees of Fitness Leaders written by Ontario. Ministry of Tourism and Recreation. Fitness Ontario and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Fitness Leader s Handbook written by and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides exercise prescription information for fitness instructors, sports coaches, health professionals and school teachers. Topics covered include an introduction to the human body and exercise, the principles of exercise programming, exercise programming for aerobic conditioning and for strength and flexibility training, potentially dangerous exercises, back care and injury recognition and prevention, exercise to music and aquafitness, fitness testing, nutrition and weight control, exercise and pregnancy.
Download or read book Fitness Leader s Handbook written by B. Don Franks and published by Human Kinetics Publishers. This book was released on 1998 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " With updated information and a fresh new design, the second edition of this practical, popular handbook makes an ideal reference for anyone charged with the task of leading a fitness class. Written for those who haven't had the advantage of formal training, Fitness Leader's Handbookemphasizes ""how to"" rather than ""why."" It's loaded with practical, usable tools and tips that make it easy for even a novice to conduct a successful fitness class: -Methods for evaluating and improving participants' health and fitness -Fitness evaluation forms that instructors can copy and distribute to class participants -Information based on the latest research and major position statements, such as the Surgeon General's Report: Physical Activity and Health and recommendations from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) -Helpful hints for changing health-related behaviors -Injury prevention strategies -Program organizational strategies -Tips for dealing with special personal conditions and environmental problems -Ideas for handling the human relations side of exercise leadership -Sample programs -Much, much more This easy-to-use text is organized into six sections, with over 90 illustrations that emphasize the methods and activities discussed. Part I deals with the fundamentals: What is physical fitness? How does it differ from performance? What are the components of a physical fitness program? Part II addresses one of the primary responsibilities of any fitness leader: helping potential participants determine their current health status and decide on the first steps toward fitness. Part III provides a more complete analysis of the various components of fitness: -Body composition -Nutrition and weight control -Aerobic fitness -Muscular strength and endurance -Flexibility -Low back health -Stress reduction In Part IV, the authors present the contents of a complete physical fitness program. Part V provides a brief overview of the scientific bases for fitness programs, and Part VI tells how to make every fitness program safe and effective. Fitness Leader's Handbookcan be used alone or in conjunction with the guide for participants, Fitness Facts. With Fitness Leader's Handbook as a guide, instructors can lead every class with confidence! "
Download or read book The Fitness Instructor s Handbook 4th edition written by Morc Coulson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2021-06-24 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Fitness Instructor's Handbook, 4th edition, is the ultimate resource for anyone working in, or wishing to enter, the fitness industry. Packed full of illustrations, exercise photos, case studies, revision questions and sample programmes – this guide covers every aspect of the theory needed to work as a fitness instructor. Clear, concise and accessible, the content is organised with the specific needs of the fitness professional in mind and covers topics such as: – The skeletal system – Muscles and tendons – The energy system – Circulation and respiration – Components of fitness – Safety issues – Customer service – Screening clients – Planning and programme design – Exercise evaluation This new edition includes advice on how to avoid poor exercise technique that can increase the risk of injury. There is also a brand new section on field protocols for typical health and fitness tests, with guidance on how instructors can standardise them. Other essential updates are also included that reflect changes to the National Occupational Standards for both Level 2 and 3 qualifications. Offering the perfect blend of theory and practice for every aspect of health and fitness, this is the resource you will refer to time and again.
Download or read book The Advanced Fitness Instructor s Handbook written by Morc Coulson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-08-27 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Fitness Professionals series is an invaluable practical resource for individuals working in the fitness industry. The Advanced Fitness Instructor's Handbook is the first book written for the specific needs of fitness professionals studying towards teaching or coaching in one-on-one, group or team situations. Developing key concepts covered in The Fitness Instructor's Handbook this book covers many components of the fitness industry standards for both Level 2 and 3 knowledge requirements. Packed with photos, illustrations and case studies, it offers the perfect blend of theory and practice.
Download or read book A Handbook for Trainers of Fitness Leaders written by Ontario. Ministry of Tourism and Recreation and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Fitness Instructor s Handbook written by Morc Coulson and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2013-07-25 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Fitness Instructor's Handbook is the essential guide for anyone working in, or wishing to enter, the fitness industry. This new second edition has been fully updated and covers every component of the industry standards for both Level 2 and 3 qualification, and offers the perfect blend of theory and practice on every aspect of health and fitness. Clear, concise and accessible, the content is organised with the specific needs of student and newly qualified fitness professionals in mind - it covers every aspect of the theory needed to work as a fitness instructor, and places it in a practical context. Topics covered include: the skeletal system muscles and tendons the energy system circulation and respiration components of fitness safety issues customer service screening clients planning and programme design exercise evaluation. Packed full of illustrations, case studies, revision questions and sample programmes, The Fitness Instructor's Handbook is the ideal book for both those new to the industry and experienced trainers.
Download or read book Group Fitness Instructor Manual written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A handbook for today's fitness instructor. Group fitness instructors may be expected to offer participants a wide range of activities, such as indoor cycling, yoga and strength training, as well as aerobics. The contributors to this book are experts in a variety of fields, including exercise physiology, psychology and the law. The manual offers the foundation of knowledge necessary to teach fitness in a group setting. Topics covered include: exercise physiology; fundamentals of anatomy and applied kinesiology; nutrition; health screening; designing a group exercise programme; teaching the class; adherence and motivation; disabilities and health limitations; exercise and pregnancy; injury prevention and emergency procedures; and legal and professional responsibilities.
Download or read book The Handbook for Teaching Leadership written by Scott A. Snook and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2012 with total page 601 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Supports the growing demand for courses in leadership and ensures that such courses and instruction are developed with multiple considerations and best practices in mind.
Download or read book The Fitness Instructor s Handbook written by Morc Coulson and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The comprehensive resource for personal fitness trainers.
Download or read book The Fitness Leader s Handbook written by Garry Egger and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive discussion of exercises and physical activities from warm-up to cool-down. This book is written for coaches, aerobic instructors, athletes, and other people who want to safely get into shape.
Download or read book The Personal Trainer s Handbook written by Teri S. O'Brien and published by Human Kinetics Publishers. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Personal Trainer's Handbook provides practical how-to advice for individuals who want to start their own personal training businesses and for those who want to improve their existing practices. It's an easy-to-use reference that covers everything from designing fitness programs to handling clients. Drawing on her legal background and years of personal training experience, author Teri O'Brien explains how to manage business issues and tax planning, avoid potential legal problems, attract and keep clients, design safe and effective exercise programs for clients, conduct workouts in a professional manner, and motivate clients. The Personal Trainer's Handbook features the Resistance Workout Guide, a special section that contains fully-illustrated descriptions of 91 of the most common strength and flexibility exercises. Accompanying each exercise is a bullet point list that explains the objectives of the exercise, breaks down the exercise into its basic parts, tells trainers what form points to watch for, and identifies mistakes to avoid. Filled with insights that would take years for trainers to discover on their own, the Resistance Workout Guide makes it easy for personal trainers to guide their clients toward effective, successful workouts.
Download or read book The New Fitness Leader s Handbook written by Garry Egger and published by . This book was released on 1986-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SUMMARY: A basic up-to-date course on fitness instruction. Covers the human body, exercise programming, mechanics of movement, weight control and exercise, fitness testing, motivation, stress management.
Download or read book Ace Fitness Instruction Manual written by American Council on Exercise and published by Healthy Learning. This book was released on 2007-03-01 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ACE Group Fitness Instructor Manual was designed to prepare fitness professionals to work in group and class settings and is the main study for the ACE Group Fitness Instructor. Developed and written by 17 of the industry's top experts, the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Manual is an excellent resource, addressing the core competencies you need regardless of the types of classes you teach. It provides overviews of nine of the most popular modalities, including aquatic exercise, fitness yoga, and Pilates mat training. Topics range from exercise physiology, anatomy, kinesiology, and health screening to adherence, injury prevention, and legal and professional responsibilities. Special attention has been given to fitness for special populations, including pregnant women and those with significant weight challenges. Companion DVD included.
Download or read book The Everything Guide To Being A Personal Trainer written by Kate Kenworthy and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-03-13 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you love fitness and you're looking for an alternative to the typical 9-5 office job, The Everything Guide to Being a Personal Trainer will help you turn your passion into a career. Opportunities for professional fitness trainers are everywhere-fitness clubs, college athletic programs, even professional sports teams. The Everything Guide to Being a Personal Trainer is a step-by-step guide that will take you from gym rat to fitness guru in no time. This easy-to-follow book progresses from training to certification with tips to help you: Choose a work environment Set up a business plan Find, motivate, and keep clients Learn about marketing and networking Written by two personal-training professionals, The Everything Guide to Being a Personal Trainer is all you need to get started in the exciting, growing field of fitness.
Download or read book The PSI Handbook of Virtual Environments for Training and Education written by Joseph V. Cohn and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2008-11-30 with total page 1441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The increasingly complex environment of the 21st century demands unprecedented knowledge, skills and abilities for people from all walks of life. One powerful solution that blends the science of learning with the technological advances of computing is Virtual Environments. In the United States alone, the Department of Defense has invested billions of dollars over the past decade to make this field and its developments as effective as possible. This 3-volume work provides, for the first time, comprehensive coverage of the many different domains that must be integrated for Virtual Environments to fully provide effective training and education. The first volume is dedicated to a thorough understanding of learning theory, requirements definition and performance measurement, providing insight into the human-centric specifications the VE must satisfy to succeed. Volume II provides the latest information on VE component technologies, and Volume III offers discussion of an extensive collection of integrated systems presented as VE use-cases, and results of effectiveness evaluation studies. The text includes emerging directions of this evolving technology, from cognitive rehabilitation to the next generation of museum exhibitions. Finally, the handbook offers a glimpse into the future with this fascinating technology. This groundbreaking set will interest students, scholars and researchers in the fields of military science, technology, computer science, business, law enforcement, cognitive psychology, education and health. Topics addressed include guidance and interventions using VE as a teaching tool, what to look for in terms of human-centered systems and components, and current training uses in the Navy, Army, Air Force and Marines. Game-based and long distance training are explained, as are particular challenges such as the emergence of VE sickness. Chapters also highlight the combination of VE and cybernetics, robotics and artificial intelligence.
Download or read book The Handbook of Leadership and Professional Learning Communities written by C. Mullen and published by Springer. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contributors offer ideas, applications, and resources for helping leaders and educators tackle the challenges of building successful professional learning communities. This wide-ranging text will prove indispensable for any democratically accountable leader committed to organizational change through communities of practice.
