Methods of Group Exercise Instruction - 2nd Edition

by Kennedy-Armbruster, Carol; Yoke, Mary M.

• ISBN13: 9780736075268
• ISBN10: 0736075267
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Package
• Copyright: 2009-01-13
• Publisher: Human Kinetics

Summary

Completely revised, this new edition highlights the commonalities of a variety of group exercise formats through common training principles, correction techniques and safety. Comprehensive, practical and research based, this text features applied learning through practical mini-teaching assignments that are referenced with demonstrations found on the DVD. Teaching techniques convey appropriate training for each muscle group and methods for warm-up, cardiorespiratory training, muscular conditioning and flexibility. This book moves from theory to practice in a logical progression that is helpful for both students and methods course instructors. The text is also organised for easy reference, putting the techniques that group exercise instructors need to know at their fingertips. For students and course instructors, the practical assignments and practice drills throughout the text reinforce the content while facilitatng instruction. In addition, the accompanying DVD provides invaluable visual and practical information to help students convert the information presented in the text to apply the skills necessary for success in their future professions. This unique and in-depth approach, bolstered by the dynamic learning aids, make this second edition a valuable resource and reference instructors and professionals of any group exercise format.

Author Biography

Carol Kennedy-Armbruster, is a lecturer in the fitness specialist programme within the department of kinesiology at Indiana University at Bloomington. With over 25 years of teaching and training fitness leaders, she has served on the American Council on Exercise and the American College of Sports Medicine. Mary M. Yoke, has more than 21 years of experience teaching and training group exercise leaders. In addition to leading group exercise classes on a regular basis, she is an adjunct professor at Adelphi University in New York.

Table of Contents

Fundamentals of Group Exercise Instruction

Introduction to Group Exercise

Enhancing Quality of Life

Student-Centered Versus Teacher-Centered Instruction

Professional Certification and Continuing Education

Group Cohesion Research

Evolution of Group Fitness

Cultural Influences on Body Image and Exercise

Group Exercise Instructors as Role Models

Creating a Healthy Emotional Environment

Basic Business Practices for Group Exercise Programming

Core Concepts in Class Design

Health-Related Components of Fitness

Catering to Your Participant Base with Preclass Preparation

Muscle Balance Principles

Balancing Strength and Flexibility

Range of Motion

Progressive Functional Training Continuum

Group Exercise Class Evaluation Form

Music, Fundamental Choreography, and Cueing Methods

Music for Group Exercise

Fundamental Choreography

Basic Moves

Elements of Variation

Smooth Transitions

Building Basic Combinations

Additional Choreography Techniques

Training Systems

Cueing Methods

Primary Components of Group Exercise

Warm-Up and Stretching Principles

Dynamic Movement

Dynamic Movement Versus Stretching

Rehearsal Moves

Major Muscle Groups

Cardiorespiratory Training

Beginning Intensity

Movement Options and Verbal Cues for Intensity

Monitoring Exercise Intensity

Participant Interaction and Enjoyment

Postcardiorespiratory Cool-Down

Muscular Conditioning and Flexibility Training

Cueing Posture and Alignment

Recommendations and Guidelines for Muscular Conditioning

Recommendations and Guidelines for Flexibility Training

Safety Issues

Muscular Conditioning and Flexibility Exercises

Muscular Conditioning Equipment

Cueing Methods

Group Exercise Modalities

Step Training

Warm-Up

Technique and Safety

Basic Moves

Basic Combinations and Choreography

Training Systems

Kickboxing

Warm-Up

Technique and Safety

Basic Moves

Basic Combinations and Choreography Techniques

Other Kickboxing Formats

Sport Conditioning and Functional Training

Sport Conditioning Versus Functional Training

Equipment

Safe and Effective Exercise

Basic Moves

Technique and Safety

Music

Stationary Indoor Cycling

Warm-Up

Technique and Safety

Basic Moves

Formatting Indoor Cycling Classes

Intensity

Cueing

Water Exercise

Properties of Water

Warm-Up

Technique and Safety

Basic Moves

Training Systems

Equipment

Yoga

Philosophy

Breath Work

Warm-Up

Verbal Cues and Music

Technique and Safety

Basic Moves

Equipment and Class Setting

Pilates

The Pilates Method

Warm-Up

Verbal Cues and Music

Technique and Safety

Basic Moves

Ending Class

Customizing Group Exercise Classes

Creating a Client-Centered Group Exercise Class

Group Exercise for Niche Markets

Lifestyle-Based Physical Activity Classes

Dance-Based Classes

Equipment-Based Cardiorespiratory Training

Mind-Body Classes

Fusion Classes

Ethical Practice Guidelines for Group Fitness Instructors

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