NASM essentials of personal fitness training

Clark, Micheal. (Author). Lucett, Scott. (Added Author). Sutton, Brian G. (Added Author). National Academy of Sports Medicine. (Added Author).

Record details

ISBN: 9781608312818
ISBN: 160831281X
Physical Description: print
xxiv, 624 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Edition: 4th ed.
Publisher: Philadelphia : Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2012.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Fundamentals of human movement science. The scientific rationale for integrated training -- Basic exercise science -- The cardiorespiratory system -- Exercise metabolism and bioenergetics -- Human movement science -- Assessments, training concepts, and program design. Fitness assessment -- Flexibility training concepts -- Cardiorespiratory fitness training -- Core training concepts -- Plyometric (reactive) training concepts -- Speed, agility, and quickness training -- Resistance training concepts -- Integrated program design and the Optimum Performance Training (OPT) model -- Introduction to exercise modalities -- Chronic health conditions and physical or functional limitations -- Nutrition and supplementation. Nutrition -- Supplementation -- Client interaction and professional development. Lifestyle modification and behavioral coaching -- Developing a successful personal training business.