Aerobics Instructor Manual · the Resource for Group Fitness Instructors
- Authors
- Cotton, Richard T.
- Publisher
- American Council on Exercise
- ISBN
- 9780961816131
- Date
- 1993-01-01T00:00:00+00:00
- Size
- 4.72 MB
- Lang
- en
Suitable both for people setting out to be instructors and for seasoned professionals, this resource provides a guide to the scientific, instructional and professional knowledge required of group fitness instructors. Chapters include: exercise physiology; fundamentals of anatomy; biomechanics and applied kinesiology; nutrition and weight control; health screening; fitness testing and aerobic programming; teaching an aerobic class; special populations and health concerns; exercise and pregnancy; musculoskeletal injuries; emergency procedures; and legal and professional responsibilities.