Aquatic fitness is not just for older adults or those with physical
limitations. Water exercise is a proven fitness activity that is
challenging and fun for all age groups and abilities. It offers
reduced-impact options for group exercise, small-group fitness, and
personal training. As the primary preparation resource for the
certification exam of the Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA),
Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual, Seventh Edition, is the most
comprehensive resource to help you design and lead effective
exercise sessions in the pool. With contributions from 17 industry
experts, you will learn how to energize your teaching with
techniques and programs based on many popular fitness formats, such
as kickboxing, yoga, body sculpting, Pilates, walking and jogging,
circuits, intervals, and sport-specific training. You'll also find
updated research on shallow- and deep-water exercise, as well as
new and revised content on the following: * Specialty equipment
such as bikes, treadmills, and gym stations intended for the
aquatic environment * The latest interval training techniques,
including HIIT and Tabata * Water safety guidelines * Aquatics
recommendations from organizations such as the Arthritis Foundation
and the National Osteoporosis Foundation * Nutrition and weight
management guidance that reflects the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines
for Americans * Business and legal insights on compliance with
insurance, music licensing, and the Americans With Disabilities Act
(ADA) In addition, the Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual covers
basic exercise science concepts, including exercise anatomy and
physiology. The text reviews injuries, emergencies, and working
with special populations. For those preparing for the AEA Aquatic
Fitness Professional Certification exam, you'll find a detailed
glossary and index, along with review questions at the conclusion
of each chapter, to help you study. Nowhere else will you find the
fitness applications and comprehensive programming you need in one
convenient resource. The Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual
contains essential foundational information on the components of
physical fitness, group fitness teaching techniques, and the AEA
Standards and Guidelines. Expand your teaching and career
opportunities by cultivating the critical skills for leading safe,
enjoyable, and effective aquatic exercise programs.
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