Comprehensive and research based, the second edition of "NSCA's
Essentials of Personal Training "is the resource to rely on for
personal training information and guidance. With state-of-the-art
knowledge regarding applied aspects of personal training as well as
clear explanations of supporting scientific evidence, " NSCA's
Essentials of Personal Training, " "Second Edition," is also the
authoritative preparation text for those preparing for the National
Strength and Conditioning Association's Certified Personal Trainer
(NSCA-CPT) exam.
This essential reference was developed by the NSCA to present
the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for personal
trainers. With contributions from leading authorities in the field,
the text will assist both current and future personal trainers in
applying the most current research to the needs of their
clients:
-A discussion on nutrition outlines the role of the personal
trainer in establishing nutrition guidelines, including the
application of nutrition principles for clients with metabolic
concerns.
-The latest guidelines on client assessment from prominent
organizations--such as the American Heart Association (AHA) and
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)--keep personal
trainers up to speed on the latest assessment protocols.
-New information is presented on flexibility training and
cardiovascular exercise prescription as well as a discussion of
research on the effectiveness of stability ball training.
-Revised information on design of resistance training programs
incorporates the latest information on the application of
periodization of training.
-New information addressing injuries and rehabilitation prepares
personal trainers to work with clients with special concerns such
as orthopedic conditions, low back pain, ankle sprains, and hip
arthroscopy.
-New guidelines for determining resistance training loads will
assist those whose clientele includes athletes.
-An variety of fitness testing protocols and norms allows
readers to select from several options to evaluate each component
of fitness.
-A new instructor guide and image bank aid instructors in
teaching the material to students.
"NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Second Edition,"
focuses on the complex process of designing safe, effective, and
goal-specific resistance, aerobic, plyometric, and speed training
programs. Featuring over 200 full-color photos with accompanying
technique instructions, this resource offers readers a step-by-step
approach to designing exercise programs with special attention to
the application of principles based on age, fitness level, and
health status. Using comprehensive guidelines and sample clients
portrayed in the text, readers can learn appropriate ways to adjust
exercise programs to work with a variety of clients while
accommodating each client's individual needs.
Personal trainers will appreciate the book's presentation of
detailed exercise programming guidelines for specific populations.
Modifications and contraindications to exercise are given for
prepubescent youth, older adults, and athletes as well as for
clients who are overweight or obese or have eating disorders,
diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, hyperlipedimia, spinal cord
injury, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsyIn addition, the book
provides clear, easy-to-understand guidelines for initial client
consultation and health appraisal.
For those preparing for the NSCA-CPT exam, this second edition
features new and revised study questions at the end of each
chapter. These questions are written in the same style and format
as those found on the NSCA-CPT exam to fully prepare candidates for
exam day. For efficient self-study, answers to study questions and
suggested solutions for the applied knowledge questions are located
in the back of the text. Chapter objectives and key points provide
a framework for study and review of important information, while
sidebars throughout the text present practical explanations and
applications of scientific concepts and theory.
The second edition of "NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training
"is the most comprehensive resource available for current and
future personal trainers, exercise instructors, fitness facility
and wellness center mangers, and other fitness professionals.
Unmatched in scope, this text remains the leading source for
personal training preparation and professional development.
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