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Acsm's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (6TH 10 Edition)

by American College Of Sports Medicine

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Publisher Comments:

This valuable complement to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs and the major position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and other scientific organizations. Providing readers with the information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) set forth in the Eighth Edition of the ACSM's Guidelines, it's a recommended study and review tool for preparing for any ACSM certification exam. It is a comprehensive resource for those working in the fitness and clinical exercise fields, as well as those in academic training. The contributions of more than 80 experts are featured, showcasing their expertise in physiology, kinesiology, fitness, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, and epidemiology. Content comprises both theoretical and practical physiological concepts, with related examples of exercise testing, training and programming.

Synopsis:

This package contains the following products:

9780781742382 American College of Sports Medicine ACSM's Metabolic Calculations Handbook

9780781769068 American College of Sports Medicine ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription 9780781769037 American College of Sports Medicine ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription

Synopsis:

Designed as a companion to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, Seventh Edition and as a recommended study tool for ACSM certifications, this book covers all the major aspects of preventive rehabilitative and fitness programs and the main points from all position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine. It provides readers with the necessary background information to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) set forth in ACSM's Guidelines. New topics covered and those with increased emphasis include assessment of physical activity, applied exercise programming, arthritic diseases and conditions, neuromuscular diseases and exercise, and more.

Synopsis:

Designed as a companion to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and as a resource for ACSM certification candidates, this book covers all the major aspects of preventive rehabilitative and fitness programs and the major position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and other scientific organizations. It provides readers with the necessary background information to address the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) set forth in ACSM's Guidelines.

Content comprises both theoretical and practical physiological concepts, with related examples of exercise testing, training and programming. Along with the text, readers have access to a companion website with the fully searchable text.

Table of Contents

Section 1. Scientific Foundations for Exercise Testing and Prescription

Section Editor: Alan Mikesky, Ph.D., FACSM

Chapter 1 Functional Anatomy

Chapter 2 Biomechanics

Chapter 3 Exercise Physiology

Chapter 4 Physiologic Effects of Aging and Deconditioning

Section 2. Lifestyle Factors Associated with Health and Disease

Section Editor: Harold W. Kohl, III, FACSM

Chapter 5 Factors Associated with Increased Risk of Coronary Heart Disease

Chapter 6 General Overview of Pre-Participation Health Screening and Risk Assessment

Chapter 7 Physical Activity Status and Chronic Diseases

Chapter 8 Physical Activity Assessment

Chapter 9 Relationship of Nutrition to Chronic Diseases

Chapter 10 Assessment of Dietary Intake

Chapter 11 The Influence of Emotional Distress On Chronic Illness

Section 3. Physical Fitness, Clinical, and Diagnostic Assessments

Section Editor: Larry F. Hamm, Ph.D., FACSM

Chapter 12 Body Composition

Chapter 13 Muscular Fitness

Chapter 14 Clinical Exercise Testing Related to Cardiovascular Disease

Chapter 15 Assessment and Limitations Associated with Pulmonary Disease

Chapter 16 Exercise Testing in Patients with Diabetes

Chapter 17 Clinical Exercise Testing in Individuals with Disabilities Due to Neuromuscular Disorders

Chapter 18 Occupational and Functional Assessments

Chapter 19 Diagnostic Procedures for Cardiovascular Disease

Chapter 20 Dysrhythmias and Selected Conduction Defects

Chapter 21 Myocardial Ischemia and Infarction

Section 4. Exercise Prescription, Exercise Programming and Adaptations to Exercise Training

Section Editor: Stephen C. Glass, Ph.D., FACSM

Chapter 22 Cardiopulmonary Adaptations to Exercise

Chapter 23 Adaptations to Resistance Training

Chapter 24 Principles of Cardiorespiratory Endurance Programming

Chapter 25 Principles of Musculoskeletal Exercise Programming

Chapter 26 Weight Management

Chapter 27 Applied Exercise Programming

Chapter 28 Medical Considerations

Section 5. Exercise Testing and Training for Individuals with Chronic Disease

Section Editor: Carol Ewing Garber, Ph.D., FACSM

Chapter 29 Pathophysiology and Clinical Features of Cardiovascular Diseases

Chapter 30 Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

Chapter 31 Exercise Training in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease

Chapter 32 Treatment and Rehabilitation of Pulmonary Diseases

Chapter 33 Diabetes Mellitus and Exercise

Chapter 34 Exercise in Patients with End Stage Renal Disease

Chapter 35 Osteoporosis and Exercise

Chapter 36 Arthritis Diseases and Conditions

Chapter 37 Neuromuscular Diseases and Exercise

Chapter 38 Immunological Conditions

Section 6. Human Behaviorial Principles Applied to Physical Activity

Section Editor: John M. Jakicic, Ph.D., FACSM

Chapter 39 Principles of Health Behavior Change

Chapter 40 Channels for Delivering Behavioral Programs

Chapter 41 Factors Associated with Regular Physical Activity Participation

Chapter 42 Behavioral Strategies to Enhance Physical Activity Participation

Chapter 43 Psychopathology

Chapter 44 Health Counseling Skills

Section 7. Exercise Program Administration

Section Editor: Kimberly A. Bonzheim, M.S.

Chapter 45 The Exercise Program Professional and Related Staff

Chapter 46 Health and Fitness Program Development and Operation

Chapter 47 Clinical Exercise Program Development and Operations

Chapter 48 Financial Considerations

Chapter 49 Policies and Procedures for Program Safety and Compliance

Chapter 50 Legal Considerations

Product Details

ISBN:
9780781769068
Author:
American College Of Sports Medicine
Publisher:
Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
Editor:
American College of Sports Medicine
Author:
ACSM&#41
Author:
American College of Sports Medicine &#40
Author:
Acsm
Author:
American College of Sports Medicine
Subject:
Sports medicine
Subject:
Exercise therapy
Subject:
Exercise tests.
Subject:
Allied Health Services - Physical Therapy
Subject:
Exercise -- physiology.
Subject:
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Subject:
Health and Medicine-Medical Specialties
Edition Description:
Sixth
Series:
ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing a
Publication Date:
20090201
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
Professional and scholarly
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
896
Dimensions:
10.88 x 8.38 in 3.75 lb

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This package contains the following products:

9780781742382 American College of Sports Medicine ACSM's Metabolic Calculations Handbook

9780781769068 American College of Sports Medicine ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription 9780781769037 American College of Sports Medicine ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription

"Synopsis" by ,
Designed as a companion to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, Seventh Edition and as a recommended study tool for ACSM certifications, this book covers all the major aspects of preventive rehabilitative and fitness programs and the main points from all position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine. It provides readers with the necessary background information to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) set forth in ACSM's Guidelines. New topics covered and those with increased emphasis include assessment of physical activity, applied exercise programming, arthritic diseases and conditions, neuromuscular diseases and exercise, and more.
"Synopsis" by ,

Designed as a companion to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and as a resource for ACSM certification candidates, this book covers all the major aspects of preventive rehabilitative and fitness programs and the major position stands of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and other scientific organizations. It provides readers with the necessary background information to address the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) set forth in ACSM's Guidelines.

Content comprises both theoretical and practical physiological concepts, with related examples of exercise testing, training and programming. Along with the text, readers have access to a companion website with the fully searchable text.

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