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Review of ACSM’s Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic Diseases and Disabilities-3rd Edition

January 17th, 2010 No comments
ACSM

I find this book an important resource of valuable information frequently inquired upon as a fitness instructor & a personal fitness trainer.I find my self referencing this book not infrequently to satisfy such raised questions.
Product DescriptionAudiences: A reference for exercise physiologists, physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, nurses, physicians, health and fitness instructors, and clinical program directors; [...]

Review of NASM Essentials of Personal Fitness Training (Hardcover)

December 2nd, 2009 No comments
NASM Essentials of Personal Fitness Training

Although I miss the seven phase OPT model of old, the new paradigm has streamlined the structure to progress athletes through the process more efficiently.The illustrations are an upgrade, however there are fewer sample exercises to use.I recommend the NASM program to any serious trainer.This isn’t “gym science”; everything in this book is based on [...]

Review of ACSM’s Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription

November 23rd, 2009 No comments
ACSM

This book by the American College of Sports Medicine is an invaluable resourse for anyone in the field of Exercise Physioloy or other related fitness fields. I use it on a regular basis as a quick reference guide for fitness testing and evaluation. This also a necessary book for anyone taking one of the ACSM certification [...]