ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (American College of Sports Medicine)
$50.34
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Book Synopsis: The flagship title from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine, this critical handbook delivers scientifically based, evidence-informed standards to prepare you for success. Providing succinct summaries of recommended procedures for exercise testing and exercise prescription in healthy and diseased patients, this trusted manual is an essential resource for all exercise professionals, as well as other health professionals who may counsel patients on exercise including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, physical and occupational therapists, dieticians, and health care administrators. The extensively updated eleventh edition has been reorganized for greater clarity and integrates the latest Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.
UPDATED! Integrated guidelines, including the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, reflect the most current, clinically sound approaches to exercise testing and prescription.
NEW! Chapter on conditions that affect the brain familiarizes students with specific strategies for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, autism, depression and anxiety.
UPDATED! Enhanced organization helps students find information quickly and easily.
FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type) boxes make locating critical exercise prescription information quick and easy.
Revised appendices integrate valuable information on ECGs, medication and emergency management where it is most relevant. A new appendix on metabolic equations is included.
Additional boxes, tables, and figures highlight important concepts and approaches at a glance.
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Looking for a comprehensive guide to exercise testing and prescription? Look no further than ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription. As the flagship title from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine, this handbook is packed with scientifically based, evidence-informed standards that will prepare you for success. Whether you're an exercise professional or a healthcare provider advising patients on exercise, this trusted manual is an essential resource.
What sets this book apart is its extensive update to the eleventh edition, which integrates the latest Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. With these integrated guidelines, you'll have access to the most current and clinically sound approaches to exercise testing and prescription. Stay up to date with the latest recommendations and ensure your practice aligns with the best standards in the field.
But ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription doesn't stop there. The new edition includes a dedicated chapter on conditions that affect the brain, providing specific strategies for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, autism, depression, and anxiety. This addition is invaluable for those looking to expand their knowledge and expertise in exercise prescription.
With its enhanced organization, finding information quickly and easily has never been easier. FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type) boxes are strategically placed throughout the book, making it simple to locate critical exercise prescription information. Additionally, the revised appendices integrate valuable information on ECGs, medication, and emergency management where it matters most.
Don't miss out on this must-have resource for exercise professionals and healthcare providers. Take a step towards success and order ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription today.
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