NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training by Ronald L. Snarr (2021, Hardcover)

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PublisherHuman Kinetics
ISBN-101492596728
ISBN-139781492596721
eBay Product ID (ePID)18050104983

Product Key Features

Number of Pages760 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameNsca's Essentials of Personal Training
Publication Year2021
SubjectSports Medicine, Bodybuilding & Weight Training, General
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaSports & Recreation, Medical
AuthorRonald L. Snarr
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.8 in
Item Weight81.4 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width8.9 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number3
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2020-057946
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal613.71
Table Of ContentChapter 1. Structure and Function of the Muscular, Nervous, and Skeletal Systems Jared W. Coburn, PhD, and Moh H. Malek, PhD Chapter 2. Structure and Function of the Cardiorespiratory System Michael R. Esco, PhD, and Moh H. Malek, PhD Chapter 3. Bioenergetics Carmine Grieco, PhD, and N. Travis Triplett, PhD Chapter 4. Biomechanics Douglas W. Powell, PhD, and Megan A. Bryanton Jones, PhD Chapter 5. Responses and Adaptations to Resistance Training Michael D. Roberts, PhD, and Kevin W. McCurdy, PhD Chapter 6. Responses and Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance Training Don Melrose, PhD, and David J. Heikkinen, PhD Chapter 7. Nutrition Concepts and Strategies Eric R. Helms, PhD, and Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD Chapter 8. Exercise Psychology, Goal Setting, and Motivation E. Whitney G. Moore, PhD, and Brian T. Gearity, PhD Chapter 9. Client Consultation and Health Appraisal Robert Linkul, MS, and Chat Williams, MS Chapter 10. Fitness Evaluation, Selection, and Administration Robert Lockie, PhD, and Laura Kobar, MS, MC Chapter 11. Fitness Evaluation Protocols and Norms David H. Fukuda, PhD, and Kristina L. Kendall, PhD Chapter 12. Flexibility and Warm-Up Concepts and Bodyweight and Stability Ball Exercise Technique Nick Tumminello, Jonathan Mike, PhD, and Jay Dawes, PhD Chapter 13. Resistance Exercise Technique Ronald L. Snarr, PhD, and Alexis Batrakoulis, MS Chapter 14. Cardiovascular Exercise Technique Benjamin H. Reuter, PhD, and Margaret T. Jones, PhD Chapter 15. Resistance Training Program Design Brad J. Schoenfeld, PhD, and Ronald L. Snarr, PhD Chapter 16. Aerobic Training Program Design Mike Martino, PhD, and Nicole C. Dabbs, PhD Chapter 17. Plyometric and Speed Training Program Design and Technique Jason C. Casey, PhD, and Chris A. Bailey, PhD Chapter 18. Clients Who Are Preadolescent, Older, or Pregnant Wayne L. Westcott, PhD, and Avery D. Faigenbaum, EdD Chapter 19. Clients With Nutritional or Metabolic Concerns Abbie Smith-Ryan, PhD, and Cassandra Forsythe, PhD, RD Chapter 20. Clients With Cardiovascular or Respiratory Conditions Cindy M. Kugler, MS, Steven M. Laslovich, PhD, and Paul Sorace, MS Chapter 21. Clients With Orthopedic, Injury, or Rehabilitation Concerns Morey J. Kolber, PhD, PT, Dean Robert Somerset, BSc, and Michael G. Miller, PhD, ATC Chapter 22. Clients With Spinal Cord Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy, or Cerebral Palsy Gavin Colquitt, EdD, and Kelli M. Clark, DPT Chapter 23. Resistance Training for Clients Who Are Athletes Joseph J. Bonyai, MEd, and Tyler D. Williams, PhD Chapter 24. Facility and Equipment Layout and Maintenance Jamie L. Aslin, MS, and Chat Williams, MS Chapter 25. Professional, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities of Personal Trainers Anthony A. Abbott, EdD, and Georgia H. Goslee, JD Appendix: The Business of Personal Training Mark A. Nutting, BS and Robert Linkul, MS
SynopsisDeveloped by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition With HKPropel Access, is the definitive reference for personal training professionals and students. This comprehensive guide to personal training, with contributions from leaders in the field, provides the most accurate and ......, Developed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition With HKPropel Access, is the definitive reference for personal training professionals and students. This comprehensive guide to personal training, with contributions from leaders in the field, provides the most accurate and reliable information and guidance for current and aspiring professionals. Updated to reflect the latest research, with clear explanations of supporting scientific evidence, this edition will give readers the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) needed by modern personal training professionals. New content addresses the latest objectives found on the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) exam, maintaining this text's position as the single best resource for those preparing for the NSCA-CPT exam. NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition, provides guidelines for the complex process of designing safe, effective, and goal-specific resistance, aerobic, plyometric, and speed training programs for clients of all ages and fitness levels. With comprehensive coverage of various categories of unique client needs, readers will learn how to make specific modifications and adjust exercise programs for each individual client. Multiple fitness testing protocols and norms for each component of fitness-including 10 new tests-are all presented, along with instructions that are detailed yet easy to follow. Over 200 full-color photos and accompanying instructions clearly describe and visually show proper technique for exercises and drills, including stretching, plyometrics, and stability ball exercises. There are new sections on suspension training, manual resistance training, and common types of resistance training equipment. Plus, 27 online videos, delivered through HKPropel, demonstrate exercise technique in action, preparing readers to instruct clients through safe exercise performance. Students will also be able to complete chapter quizzes assigned by instructors through HKPropel. Study questions at the end of each chapter, written in the same style and format as those found on the NSCA-CPT exam, facilitate learning of chapter content and fully prepare candidates for exam day. Practicing professionals and aspiring professionals alike will benefit from a new appendix of advice on building a successful career as a personal trainer. NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition, remains the most comprehensive resource available for personal training preparation and professional development. Unmatched in scope, this essential text continues to be a definitive reference for current and future personal trainers, exercise instructors, fitness facility and wellness center managers, and other fitness professionals. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print books., Developed by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition With HKPropel Access, is the definitive reference for personal training professionals and students. This comprehensive guide to personal training, with contributions from leaders in the field, provides the most accurate and reliable information and guidance for current and aspiring professionals. Updated to reflect the latest research, with clear explanations of supporting scientific evidence, this edition will give readers the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) needed by modern personal training professionals. New content addresses the latest objectives found on the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) exam, maintaining this text's position as the single best resource for those preparing for the NSCA-CPT exam. NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition, provides guidelines for the complex process of designing safe, effective, and goal-specific resistance, aerobic, plyometric, and speed training programs for clients of all ages and fitness levels. With comprehensive coverage of various categories of unique client needs, readers will learn how to make specific modifications and adjust exercise programs for each individual client. Multiple fitness testing protocols and norms for each component of fitness--including 10 new tests--are all presented, along with instructions that are detailed yet easy to follow. Over 200 full-color photos and accompanying instructions clearly describe and visually show proper technique for exercises and drills, including stretching, plyometrics, and stability ball exercises. There are new sections on suspension training, manual resistance training, and common types of resistance training equipment. Plus, 27 online videos, delivered through HK Propel , demonstrate exercise technique in action, preparing readers to instruct clients through safe exercise performance. Students will also be able to complete chapter quizzes assigned by instructors through HK Propel . Study questions at the end of each chapter, written in the same style and format as those found on the NSCA-CPT exam, facilitate learning of chapter content and fully prepare candidates for exam day. Practicing professionals and aspiring professionals alike will benefit from a new appendix of advice on building a successful career as a personal trainer. NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Third Edition, remains the most comprehensive resource available for personal training preparation and professional development. Unmatched in scope, this essential text continues to be a definitive reference for current and future personal trainers, exercise instructors, fitness facility and wellness center managers, and other fitness professionals. Note: A code for accessing HK Propel is included with all new print books.
LC Classification NumberGV428.7.N73 2021

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