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ISBN 13 | 9781472977342 |
ISBN 10 | 1472977343 |
Author | Morc Coulson |
Language | English |
Book Description | New and updated, The Fitness Instructor's Handbook, 4th edition is the essential guide for anyone working in, or wishing to enter, the fitness industry: the ultimate resource for students and qualified fitness professionals alike. This edition includes new text on how to avoid poor exercise technique that can increase injury risk as well as 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. At the end of each chapter you will also find revision questions to sharpen your knowledge and help with exam prep.Chapters include:The skeletal systemMuscles and tendonsThe energy systemCirculation and respirationComponents of fitnessSafety issuesCustomer serviceScreening clientsPlanning and programme designExercise evaluationOffering 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. |
About the Author | Morc Coulson is Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader of Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Sunderland. He was Chair of the CPD endorsement panel at Skills Active for many years and is a Level 4 Specialist CPD course evaluator. Morc is the author of the Complete Guides to Personal Training, Pregnancy and Fitness and Teaching Exercise to Special Populations; The Fitness Instructor's Handbook; The Advanced Fitness Instructor's Handbook; Practical Fitness Testing and Teaching Exercise to Children. |
Publication Date | 20210824 |
Number of Pages | 352 |
Fitness Instructor's Handbook 4th edition