{"product_id":"advanced-fitness-assessment-and-exercise-prescription-9th-edition-epub","title":"Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription 9th Edition epub","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-description\" id=\"display-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-tableofcontents\" id=\"display-tableofcontents\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-author\" id=\"display-author\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-ancillaries\" id=\"display-ancillaries\"\u003eAncillaries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab-excerpt\" id=\"display-excerpt\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-description\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAdvanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, Ninth Edition,\u003c\/i\u003e is the definitive resource for conducting physical fitness testing and customizing exercise programs. Now in its ninth edition, this comprehensive guide is fully updated with the latest research, the newest exercise testing and prescription guidelines, and the most up-to-date programming content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe text reflects the most recent exercise testing and prescription guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), along with physical activity recommendations from the U.S. government and American Heart Association. It highlights ACSM guidelines for physical activity and exercise testing requirements to consider before beginning exercise programs. Combining important research with practical application of testing and prescription protocols, the ninth edition also features the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new full-color interior to provide more detail and understanding of concepts through photos and figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew step-by-step assessment sidebars that make it easy to locate and refer to assessment procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern guidelines for usage of current technology to test and monitor physical activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrations of many of the assessments and exercises, provided in 73 video clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructured around the five physical fitness components—cardiorespiratory capacity, muscular fitness, body composition, flexibility, and balance—the text begins with an overview of physical activity, health, and chronic disease, including discussion of preliminary health screenings and risk classification. Readers will gain insight into field and laboratory assessments and testing protocols for each component, along with detailed information on properly administering the most common assessments. The 73 related video clips, delivered online through HK\u003ci\u003ePropel\u003c\/i\u003e, provide detailed instruction and demonstration for performing many of the assessments and exercises; these include functional movement assessment, pull-up and push-up testing, flywheel training, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, readers will turn research into practice by understanding how to design personalized exercise prescription, customized for each client based on individual assessment outcomes. Information on appropriate training methods and programming considerations are presented for each component of fitness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith an unparalleled depth of coverage and clearly outlined approach, \u003ci\u003eAdvanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription\u003c\/i\u003e bridges the gap between research and practice for students and exercise professionals alike who are eager to increase their knowledge and skill in assessing elements of fitness and designing individualized exercise programs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units!\u003c\/b\u003e A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e A code for accessing online videos via HK\u003ci\u003ePropel \u003c\/i\u003eis included with this ebook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAudience\u003c\/h4\u003eUpper-undergraduate and graduate exercise science students in advanced courses dealing with physical fitness appraisal and exercise prescription; resource for health and fitness instructors, exercise physiologists, personal trainers, and strength and conditioning coaches.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabDescription--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-tableofcontents\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1.\u003c\/b\u003e Physical Activity, Health, and Chronic Disease\u003cbr\u003e Physical Activity, Health, and Disease: An Overview\u003cbr\u003e Cardiovascular Disease\u003cbr\u003e Hypertension\u003cbr\u003e Hypercholesterolemia and Dyslipidemia\u003cbr\u003e Tobacco\u003cbr\u003e Diabetes Mellitus\u003cbr\u003e Obesity and Overweight\u003cbr\u003e Metabolic Syndrome\u003cbr\u003e Cancer\u003cbr\u003e Musculoskeletal Diseases and Disorders\u003cbr\u003e Aging\u003cbr\u003e Cognitive Performance\u003cbr\u003e Exercise as Medicine\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2.\u003c\/b\u003e Preliminary Health Screening and Risk Classification\u003cbr\u003e Preliminary Health Evaluation\u003cbr\u003e Testing Procedures for Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, and Electrocardiogram\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3.\u003c\/b\u003e Principles of Assessment, Prescription, and Exercise Program Adherence\u003cbr\u003e Physical Fitness Testing\u003cbr\u003e Basic Principles for Exercise Program Design\u003cbr\u003e Exercise Program Adherence\u003cbr\u003e Using Technology to Promote and Monitor Physical Activity\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4.\u003c\/b\u003e Assessing Cardiorespiratory Fitness\u003cbr\u003e Definition of Terms\u003cbr\u003e Graded Exercise Testing: Guidelines and Procedures\u003cbr\u003e Maximal Exercise Test Protocols\u003cbr\u003e Submaximal Exercise Test Protocols\u003cbr\u003e Field Tests for Assessing Aerobic Fitness\u003cbr\u003e Exercise Testing for Children and Older Adults\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5.\u003c\/b\u003e Designing Cardiorespiratory Exercise Programs\u003cbr\u003e The Exercise Prescription\u003cbr\u003e Aerobic Training Methods and Modes\u003cbr\u003e Personalized Exercise Programs\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6.\u003c\/b\u003e Assessing Muscular Fitness\u003cbr\u003e Definition of Terms\u003cbr\u003e Static Strength and Muscular Endurance Assessment\u003cbr\u003e Dynamic Strength and Muscle Endurance Assessment\u003cbr\u003e Muscular Power Assessment\u003cbr\u003e Additional Considerations for Muscular Fitness Testing\u003cbr\u003e Muscular Fitness Testing of Older Adults\u003cbr\u003e Muscular Fitness Testing of Children    \u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7.\u003c\/b\u003e Designing Resistance Training Programs\u003cbr\u003e Types of Resistance Training\u003cbr\u003e Program Variables for Dynamic Resistance Training\u003cbr\u003e Developing Resistance Training Programs\u003cbr\u003e Alternative Resistance Training Strategies\u003cbr\u003e Other Considerations\u003cbr\u003e Muscular Soreness\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8.\u003c\/b\u003e Assessing Body Composition\u003cbr\u003e Classification and Uses of Body Composition Measures\u003cbr\u003e Body Composition Models\u003cbr\u003e Reference Methods for Assessing Body Composition\u003cbr\u003e Field Methods for Assessing Body Composition\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9.\u003c\/b\u003e Designing Weight Management and Body Composition Programs\u003cbr\u003e Obesity, Overweight, and Underweight: Definitions and Trends\u003cbr\u003e Obesity: Types and Causes\u003cbr\u003e Weight Management Principles and Practices\u003cbr\u003e Designing Weight Management Programs: Preliminary Steps\u003cbr\u003e Designing Weight Loss Programs\u003cbr\u003e Designing Weight Gain Programs\u003cbr\u003e Designing Programs to Improve Body Composition\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10.\u003c\/b\u003e Assessing Flexibility\u003cbr\u003e Basics of Flexibility\u003cbr\u003e Assessment of Flexibility\u003cbr\u003e Flexibility Testing of Older Adults\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11.\u003c\/b\u003e Designing Programs for Flexibility and Low Back Care\u003cbr\u003e Training Principles\u003cbr\u003e Stretching Techniques and Methods\u003cbr\u003e Designing Flexibility Programs: Exercise Prescription\u003cbr\u003e Stretching for Injury Prevention and Muscle Performance\u003cbr\u003e Designing Low Back Care Exercise Programs\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12.\u003c\/b\u003e Assessing Balance and Designing Balance Programs\u003cbr\u003e Definitions and Nature of Balance\u003cbr\u003e Factors Affecting Balance and Risk of Falling\u003cbr\u003e Assessment of Balance\u003cbr\u003e Designing Balance Training Programs\u003cbr\u003e Review Questions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix A.\u003c\/b\u003e Health and Fitness Appraisal\u003cbr\u003e A.1 Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (Par-Q+)\u003cbr\u003e A.2 Electronic Physical Activity Readiness Medical Examination (ePARmed-X+)\u003cbr\u003e A.3 Medical History Questionnaire\u003cbr\u003e A.4 Risk Factors, Signs, and Symptoms of Disease\u003cbr\u003e A.5 Lifestyle Evaluation\u003cbr\u003e A.6 Fantastic Lifestyle Checklist\u003cbr\u003e A.7 Informed Consent    \u003cbr\u003e A.8 Websites for Selected Professional Organizations and Institutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix B.\u003c\/b\u003e Cardiorespiratory Assessments\u003cbr\u003e B.1 Summary of Graded Exercise Test and Cardiorespiratory Field Test Protocols\u003cbr\u003e B.2 OMNI Rating of Perceived Exertion Scales\u003cbr\u003e B.3 Rockport Fitness Charts\u003cbr\u003e B.4 Analysis of Sample Case Study in Chapter 5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix C.\u003c\/b\u003e Muscular Fitness Exercises and Norms\u003cbr\u003e C.1 Standardized Testing Protocols for Digital Handheld Dynamometry\u003cbr\u003e C.2 1-RM Squat and Bench Press Norms for Adults\u003cbr\u003e C.3 Isometric Exercises\u003cbr\u003e C.4 Dynamic Resistance Training Exercises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix D.\u003c\/b\u003e Body Composition Assessments\u003cbr\u003e D.1 Prediction Equations for Residual Volume\u003cbr\u003e D.2 Standardized Sites for Skinfold Measurements\u003cbr\u003e D.3 Skinfold Sites for Jackson’s Generalized Skinfold Equations\u003cbr\u003e D.4 Standardized Sites for Circumference Measurements\u003cbr\u003e D.5 Standardized Sites for Bony Breadth Measurements\u003cbr\u003e D.6 Ashwell Body Shape Chart\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix E.\u003c\/b\u003e Energy Intake and Expenditure\u003cbr\u003e E.1 Food Record and RDA Profile\u003cbr\u003e E.2 Physical Activity Log\u003cbr\u003e E.3 Gross Energy Expenditure for Select Exercises, Sports, Recreational Activities, and Activities of Daily Living\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix F.\u003c\/b\u003e Flexibility and Low Back Care Exercises\u003cbr\u003e F.1 Selected Flexibility Exercises\u003cbr\u003e F.2 Safe Exercises and Exercises to Use With Caution\u003cbr\u003e F.3 Exercises for Low Back Care\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--end tabTableOfContents--\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-author\" class=\"tab-content\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eAnn L. Gibson, PhD, FACSM,\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor and researcher in exercise science at the University of New Mexico, with research interests in body composition and physiological responses to exercise. She has presented obesity research internationally and has published original research in journals such as \u003ci\u003eMedicine \u0026amp; Science in Sports \u0026amp; Exercise\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eInternational Journal of Sport Nutrition \u0026amp; Exercise Metabolism\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eResearch Quarterly for Exercise and Sport\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eJournal of Bone and Joint Surgery\u003c\/i\u003e. She is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and the Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Gibson resides in New Mexico, where she enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and gardening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDale R. Wagner, PhD, FACSM,\u003c\/b\u003e is a professor of exercise physiology at Utah State University. His research interests include body composition assessment and exercise physiology at high altitude. He has been an active researcher for 25 years and has authored over 80 peer-reviewed journal publications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Wagner is a member of and holds certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and the American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP). He is a past president of the Southwest chapter of the ACSM and of ASEP, is a research council member of the Wilderness Medical Society, and is a former associate editor of \u003ci\u003eResearch Quarterly for Exercise and Sport\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In his spare time, Wagner enjoys mountaineering, road and mountain cycling, and international travel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVivian H. Heyward, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e is a regents’ professor emerita at the University of New Mexico, where she taught physical fitness assessment and exercise prescription courses for 26 years. In addition to the previous editions of this book, she authored two editions of \u003ci\u003eApplied Body Composition Assessment\u003c\/i\u003e (Human Kinetics, 1996, 2004) as well as numerous articles in research and professional journals dealing with various aspects of physical fitness assessment and exercise prescription.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Heyward has received many professional awards, including the SWACSM Recognition Award for distinguished professional achievement and the Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Illinois and the State University of New York at Cortland.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In her free time, she enjoys hiking, nature photography, golfing, and snowshoeing. 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