ACSM's Fitness Assessment Manual Paperback / softback

by American College of Sports Medicine

Edited by Dr. Yuri, Ph.D Feito, Meir, Ph.D Magal

Part of the American College of Sports Medicine series

Paperback / softback

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Description

Published by the American College of Sports Medicine, ACSM's Fitness Assessment Manual builds on the standards established in ACSMâ€™S Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 11th Edition.

With a focus on assessment, this new 6th edition is organized by component of fitness: body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular fitness, flexibility; and by type of testing: maximal and submaximal exercise testing, ECG, and metabolic calculations. Â Updated coverage throughout in a user-friendly format, makes this an essential resource for those studying to enter the fitness and rehabilitation fields, as well as those already working who need to align their practice to industry standards.

New and revised content throughout, including new chapters on metabolic calculations and electrocardiography, reflects the latest standards published in ACSMâ€™S Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 11th Edition.

New enhanced, large-format, spiral-bound design ensures fast, easy access in any setting.

Laboratory activities integrated throughout the test studentsâ€™ knowledge and understanding of assessment methodology.

Case studies challenge students to apply what theyâ€™ve learned and strengthen their assessment and interpretation skills.Â Text boxes, tables and figures clarify important information at a glance.

Chapter outlines and summaries highlight key chapter concepts for fast reference.