NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Hardcover by Schoenfeld, Brad J., Ph....

Description: NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training, Hardcover by Schoenfeld, Brad J., . (EDT); Snarr, Ronald L., . (EDT), ISBN 1492596728, ISBN-13 9781492596721, Brand New, Free shipping in the US This textbook/reference is for students and professionals in personal training and fitness fields. It is designed to prepare students for the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Personal Trainer exam (NSCA-CPT exam). Th covers how to design and modify exercise programs for all ages, fitness levels, medical conditions, and other client needs. The text begins by explaining the structure and function of body systems, bioenergetics and biomechanics, resistance and endurance training, and nutrition. Later chapters deal with areas such as exercise psychology and motivation, and give advice on design of resistance, endurance, and speed exercise programs. Many chapters address program design for clients with medical conditions, spanning metabolic, cardiovascular, respiratory, musculature, and seizure conditions, as well as injuries and rehabilitation concerns. Th also provides material on facilities and equipment, legal and ethical issues, and the business of personal training. The text is illustrated with a total of 200 color photos, and includes boxes, checklists, summary charts, graphics, and anatomical illustrations. Chapter study questions are provided in NSCA-CPT exam format, along with answers. A companion web site offers 27 videos demonstrating exercises. This third edition is updated to reflect the latest research and fitness testing protocols. Annotation ©2022 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR ()

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