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.

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.

Client-Centered Exercise Prescription, Third Edition With Web Resource, emphasizes a personalized approach to exercise in which unique programs meet the interests and needs of individual clients. This resource will help you to prescribe exercise and guide clients in adopting, enjoying, and maintaining active lifestyles. Client-Centered Exercise Prescription, Third Edition, expands the role of the fitness professional from simple exercise prescription to include activity counseling, design modification, exercise demonstration, functionally integrated exercise, injury prevention, and follow-up monitoring for a variety of clients. Central to the book are seven client-centered models for each major fitness component that serve as a template of options for each decision in the prescription process: activity counseling, musculoskeletal exercise design, exercise demonstration, cardiovascular exercise prescription, resistance training prescription, muscle balance and flexibility prescription, and weight management prescription. The text explains the vital role that functionally integrated exercise plays in improving performance and maintaining musculoskeletal health and teaches how to recognize muscle imbalance and prevent complications. Fitness professionals will learn to make informed, client-centered decisions and address the following issues: • Establishing rapport and increasing adherence by prescribing exercise programs that match clients’ desires, needs, and lifestyles • Understanding clients’ unique psychological needs and using that information to keep them motivated • Monitoring clients’ needs both as they are originally presented and as they evolve over time • Applying strategies for treating and preventing overuse injuries so that clients avoid injury and frustration, thereby avoiding withdrawal from the program • Addressing the unique considerations of aging clients, including musculoskeletal conditions and functional mobility The third edition of Client-Centered Exercise Prescription retains the client-centered approach of previous editions, offering simulated initial interviews with clients, teaching cues for demonstration, sample sessions, and sample counseling dialogue. The text also features numerous updates: • More than 40 reproducible forms included in the text and duplicated in printable format in the web resource that can be shared with clients • Applied exercise prescription worksheets that facilitate the flow from the prescription models to the prescription card • Three new chapters on exercise prescription for aging adults that offer specific exercise recommendations for this growing demographic • Expanded sections on applied nutrition, reliable field tests, safety and referrals, and a unique biomechanical approach to exercise modifications and functional progressions • Five new case studies and other updated case studies that allow you to grasp how the material may be used in practice • Theory to Application sidebars, numerous photos, and chapter summaries that will engage you and help you find the most relevant information Using reliable field tests, practical nutrition guidelines, and applied exercise physiology concepts, this text will help both professionals and students better serve their current and future clients. Candidates preparing for certification exams, including the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT) exam, will find comprehensive treatment of the theory and applications covering the competencies required before entering the field. Practical examples, applied models, and scientific knowledge also make the text accessible to undergraduate students in fitness, exercise science, and health promotion programs.

A revised and updated second edition of the popular Complete Guide to Personal Training. Expertly written and suitable for anyone working as, or training to be a Personal Trainer. This is a complete reference guide for fitness professionals who prescribe exercise programmes to clients. This guide contains practical tips for designing a range of appropriate client exercise programmes. Importantly, it focuses on the best ways you can sustain a financially successful business in this area and how you can stand out from the crowd. It includes: - The foundations of personal training - Planning and delivering exercise programmes - Training methods and exercise techniques - Nutrition - Health and safety - Setting up - marketing and growing a successful business. The book also includes all Level 3 requirements detailed within the Health and Fitness National Occupational Standards and the Qualifications Framework relating to personal training and has been awarded 3 CPD points by the Register of Exercise professionals.

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.

An important resource for employers, career counselors, and job seekers, this handbook contains current information on today's occupations and future hiring trends, and features detailed descriptions of more than 250 occupations. Find out what occupations entail their working conditions, the training and education needed for these positions, their earnings, and their advancement potential. Also includes summary information on 116 additional occupations.

This is an indispensable guide for anyone involved in prescribing exercise programmes for clients or groups. Fitness tests are crucial to measure current fitness and then monitor progress to check the effectiveness of a training programme. The theory and practice of fitness testing, in both exercise and sport settings, are covered in a clear and accessible way. The information is includes recent research and population norms, and lots of diagrams and illustrations make the content easy to understand. The content covers all the topics identified in the competency framework for Levels 3 and 4 of the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for Instructors within the Health and Fitness Industry. Includes: assessment techniques, sample questions, normal population data, basic measurement and analysis, methods of testing, how to test strength, aerobic endurance, speed and agility, flexibility and power. Written by the authors of The Fitness Instructor's Handbook, and The Advanced Fitness Instructor's Handbook, this is the must-have guide to Fitness Testing for anyone working in fitness or sport.

For the BTEC Sports Development and Fitness National qualification. As a companion to the core textbook, it covers six of the most popular option units. Additional features such as real-life case studies and discussion points help bring your learning to life.