ACSM's Resources for the Personal Trainer

by Hargens, Trent

• ISBN13: 9781975153205
• ISBN10: 1975153200
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781975153236
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781496322890
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2021-06-03
• Publisher: LWW
• More Book Details

About This Book

ACSM's Resources for the Personal Trainer, 6th Edition

ACSM's Resources for the Personal Trainer, 6th Edition, is an essential resource for anyone looking to prepare for the ACSM Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) examination or enhance their personal training practice. This comprehensive textbook is designed to equip readers with the latest practices in client screening, exercise program development, and working with special populations.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by:

• Certified Personal Trainer Candidates: To boost their exam confidence and prepare for the ACSM-CPT exam.
• Practicing Personal Trainers: To take their practice to the next level by staying updated with the latest scientific evidence and best practices.
• Fitness Professionals: To build safe and effective exercise programs for a variety of clients.

History and Editions

The 6th edition of ACSM's Resources for the Personal Trainer has been updated to align with the eleventh edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription. This edition includes full-color photographs to clarify concepts and techniques, chapter objectives to keep students focused on vital content, and case studies with key points and chapter summaries to reinforce important takeaways. The book has been a top-selling resource since its publication on May 26, 2021.

Author and Other Works

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is the primary author of this book. The ACSM is a leading organization in the field of sports medicine, and their resources are widely respected for their scientific accuracy and practical application. While there is no single author listed for this edition, the expertise of the ACSM ensures that the content remains current and relevant.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book guides readers from an introduction to the profession and the science behind the field through the building blocks of a successful exercise program.
• Updated Practices: Equips readers with the latest practices in client screening, exercise program development, and working with special populations.
• Engaging Case Studies: Includes case studies and study features to help ensure retention and success on the ACSM-CPT exam.
• Full-Color Photographs: Clarifies concepts and techniques with updated, full-color photographs.
• Chapter Objectives: Keeps students focused on the most vital content with clear chapter objectives.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781975153205
• eBook: Available through various retailers
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Wolters Kluwer (LWW)
• Publication Date: May 26, 2021
• Number of Pages: 650 pages
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other editions listed for this specific ISBN, it is part of a larger series of resources published by the ACSM. For more information on related resources, you can refer to other books in the ACSM series.

Related ISBNs:

• ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (11th Edition): This edition is referenced in the 6th edition of ACSM's Resources for the Personal Trainer.

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