"Youth Strength Training: A Guide for Fitness Professionals from the American Council on Exercise" (Book) by Avery Faigenbaum and Wayne Westcott

A well-written and easy-to-use resource for incorporating stability balls into exercise programs. Begins with a brief history and explanation of the benefits of stability ball use, then offers expert advice on development of training programs for the general population, as well as special populations, including: pregnant women; children; older

The most current information available on the benefits and risks of pre- and immediate post-natal fitness. Covers the ACOG guidelines, physiological changes associated with pregnancy, fetal risks, how to minimize the most common conditions and discomforts, specific exercise recommendations (including intensity, duration, frequency, etc.), group exe"Pre- and Post-Natal Fitness: A Guide for Fitness Professionals from the American Council on Exercise" (book) by Lenita Anthony,

As the industry continues to expand, evolve, and redefine itself, yoga is increasingly recognized as a viable component of fitness. The intent of this book is to educate and give guidance to fitness professionals who wish to teach yoga. Topics covered include: Introduction to fitness yoga, teaching a yoga class (equipment, environment, music,

'Exercise for Older Adults: ACE's Guide for Fitness Professionals (Second Edition)' offers a timely update of this go-to resource for the fitness industry. Original authors have added new information to their chapters, and four new contributors lend their expertise to the book. Each chapter provides comprehensive guidelines for fitness

ACE's Guide to Youth Strength Training presents an overview of the basic fundamentals involved in designing and implementing a sensible, safe, effective, and time-efficient strength training program for preadolescent boys and girls. Based on both research and first-hand experience, renowned strength training expert Dr. Wayne Westcott offers

Start your fitness career by becoming an ACE-certified Group Fitness Instructor. Get prepared for the certification exam by studying with ACE's manuals and study aides. The Group Fitness Instructor Manual was designed to prepare fitness professionals to work in group and class settings. Developed and written by 17 of the industry's top experts,

The (6) presentations from the 2006 ACSM Health & Fitness Summit & Exposition preconference meeting are included on a single DVD. More than three hours of information from several of the top health/fitness professionals in the field on current scientific findings and the latest tools to increase physical activity levels and sound nutritional

Strength Training for Basketball provides a comprehensive overview of the factors and exercises involved in designing and implementing an effective resistance training program for basketball. The DVD also presents sample 3-day and 4-day strength training programs that coaches can employ to increase the explosive power and functional strength level

Exercise Testing and Program Design: A Fitness Professional's Guide is for anyone with serious interest in fitness, both personal and professional. Addressing society's surge in obesity, in the context of an 'obesity-conducive environment,' this program discusses heart disease, fitness and mortality, the benefits of aerobic activity, new insights r"Exercise Testing and Program Design: A Fitness Professional's Guide" (DVD) by Barry

Provides all the tools you need to develop balanced and fun workouts for participants of all levels, including tips on creating smooth transitions within a class, modifications for intensity and equipment type, and sample classes illustrating creative programming options. Thoroughly addresses group strength training techniques (chest, back, shoulde"ACE's Guide to Group Strength Training (2nd Edition)" (Book) by Richard