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Publisher
Human Kinetics
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
From the publisher. The fifth edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription provides a comprehensive and advanced approach to physical fitness appraisal and exercise prescription. With new information, expanded chapters, and an array of ancillary materials, this text will serve as a unique resource for both students and practitioners. Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, fifth edition, provides a well-balanced...
Author
Publisher
Human Kinetics
Pub. Date
©2007
Language
English
Description
"Formerly titled Health Fitness Instructor's Handbook, this full-color text has undergone a title change to better reflect its extensive use in the field. With three new chapters, expanded ancillaries, and updated material that reflects the current American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines, it serves as an essential resource for those seeking ACSM health/fitness instructor certification and is an invaluable reference for certified fitness...
Author
Publisher
Delmar, Cengage Learning
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Provides a total health evaluation and fitness program designed specifically for firefighters. Focuses on the special needs of the firefighter and is built around the joint labor management Wellness-Fitness Initiative (WFI). It is also compatible with oth the NFPA standard 1583 and the 16 Firefighter Life Safety Initiatives. Begins by covering the stress levels and physical risks inherent to the job and then identifies the pricciples of success...
Publisher
Human Kinetics
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
This text summarises current scientific methods for the assessment of human physiological fitness. The authors provide a rationale for methods of assessment, examine the limitations of some methods and provide details of alternative techniques.
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Series
Publisher
Colorado Maternal and Child Health Program
Pub. Date
Not Supplied
Language
English
Description
This Action Guide is intended to help local public health agencies and community partners identify strategies and action steps that will assist them in collaborating with schools as partners to increase physical activity, improve nutrition and implement comprehensive health education for students.