did-you-know? rent-now

Amazon no longer offers textbook rentals. We do!

did-you-know? rent-now

Amazon no longer offers textbook rentals. We do!

We're the #1 textbook rental company. Let us show you why.

9781609136475

ACSM's Exercise for Older Adults

by
  • ISBN13:

    9781609136475

  • ISBN10:

    1609136470

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2013-02-09
  • Publisher: LWW

Note: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.

Purchase Benefits

  • Free Shipping Icon Free Shipping On Orders Over $35!
    Your order must be $35 or more to qualify for free economy shipping. Bulk sales, PO's, Marketplace items, eBooks and apparel do not qualify for this offer.
  • eCampus.com Logo Get Rewarded for Ordering Your Textbooks! Enroll Now
List Price: $67.19 Save up to $22.51
  • Rent Book $44.68
    Add to Cart Free Shipping Icon Free Shipping

    TERM
    PRICE
    DUE
    USUALLY SHIPS IN 3-5 BUSINESS DAYS
    *This item is part of an exclusive publisher rental program and requires an additional convenience fee. This fee will be reflected in the shopping cart.

Supplemental Materials

What is included with this book?

Summary

In ACSM's Exercise for Older Adultsworld-renowned researchers and practitioners make a compelling case for older adults to engage in physical activity. Over the course of ten chapters, the text highlights the physiological, psychological, and social benefits of a physically active lifestyle. Students and professionals will benefit from implementation strategies including motivation to initiate and maintain exercise; options for healthy older adults; options for older adults with special needs; and assessing progress and performance. The text completes its presentation by including practical information on integrating exercise into complete healthy lifestyles with consideration to helping individuals select a physical activity program that works. A frequently asked questions chapter provides exercise professionals with resources to anticipate and respond to their clients. Features: · Chapter Introductionsand Chapter Outlinesat the beginning of each chapter provide an overview of important concepts. · Key Pointboxes illustrate terms, definitions, and ideas. · Real-Life Stories, or vignettes, describe older adults who have successfully implemented physical activity programs. · Questions for Reflectionhelp students review what they have learned and encourage students to engage in critical thinking. The American College of Sports Medicine, founded in 1954, is the world's largest sports medicine and exercise science organization with more than 45,000 national, regional, and international members and certified professionals in more than 90 countries. With professionals representing more than 70 occupations, ACSM offers a 360-degree view of sports medicine and exercise science. From academicians to students and from personal trainers to physicians, the association of public health, health/fitness, clinical exercise, and health care professionals is dedicated to helping people worldwide live longer, healthier lives through science, education, medicine, and policy. For more information, visitwww.acsm.org,www.acsm.org/facebook,and www.twitter.com/acsmnews.

Table of Contents

1 Understanding Human Aging 2 Physiological and Psychological Benefits of Exercise for Older Adults 3 Active Living - Options and Benefits for Seniors 4 Motivating Older Adults to Initiate and Maintain Physically Active Lifestyles 5 Physical Activity Options for Healthy Older Adults 6 Active Options for Older Adults with Special Issues and Concerns 7 Assessing Progress and Performance in Older Adults 8 Healthy Lifestyles in Old Age – Integrating Physical Activity with Stress Reduction, Healthy Eating and other Wellness Strategies 9 Helping Older Adults Select the Physical Activity Program that\u2019s Right for Them  10 Frequently Asked Questions by Older Adults  

Supplemental Materials

What is included with this book?

The New copy of this book will include any supplemental materials advertised. Please check the title of the book to determine if it should include any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.

The Used, Rental and eBook copies of this book are not guaranteed to include any supplemental materials. Typically, only the book itself is included. This is true even if the title states it includes any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.

Rewards Program