Health Fitness Instructor's Handbook

Expanded and now in full color, this edition has been updated to reflect the 2000 ACSM guidelines and positions, ensuring that test takersand field usershave current credentials. Also included in this new edition is a new emphasis on the clinical aspects of exercise science. Respected exercise scientists Howley and Franks have enhanced the fourth edition with the following features:
Heavier focus on assessment, testing, and calibrating testing equipment for more meaningful programs and to ensure participant safety
Greatly expanded coverage of exercise prescription for special populationsincluding clients with special needs and health conditions, youth, and the elderly
New and reorganized chapters on muscular fitness assessment and guidelines for strength and muscular endurance training
Reprintable forms and checklists that you can easily fit into your own fitness environment or use to construct your own forms
Full-color illustrations and photos
Highlighted research that makes it easy to find new theories and current issues in the field

This text is an indispensable reference full of practical advice for every health and fitness student, candidate preparing for the ACSM Health Fitness Instructor Certification Exam, and practicing professional.