ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (Paperback)

ACSM

ISBN 10: 197521921X / ISBN 13: 9781975219215

Published by Wolters Kluwer Health, 2025

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Paperback. Get scientifically based, evidence-informed standards that prepare you for success-from the source you trust! ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 12th Edition, from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine, provides authoritative, succinct summaries of recommended procedures for exercise testing and exercise prescription in healthy populations and individuals with conditions or special considerations. Now fully up to date from cover to cover, this flagship title is an essential resource for all exercise professionals, as well as other health care professionals who may counsel patients on exercise, including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, physical and occupational therapists, personal trainers, team physicians, and more. - Updated content reflects current ACSM guidance on best practices for exercise testing and prescription, based on changes in the field and and advances in research. - Expanded coverage on the application of exercise testing and prescription in applied settings, as well as updated coverage on behavioral theories and resistance training. - Reader-friendly features include abbreviations and common acronyms listed up front; boxes, tables, and figures that highlight key concepts in quick-reference, easy-to-digest formats; case studies that reflect real-world experience; FITT tables that apply Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type principles; and useful appendices on common medications, ECG interpretation tips, metabolic calculations, and more. - Updated and expanded student and instructor resources reflect all changes in the 12th edition, making this title a must-have resource for students, independent learners, and educators, as well as fitness professionals, allied health professionals, and others who care for active adults. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (Paperback)
• Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 197521921X
• ISBN 13: 9781975219215
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Get scientifically based, evidence-informed standards that prepare you for success — from the source you trust! ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 12th Edition, from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine, provides authoritative, succinct summaries of recommended procedures for exercise testing and exercise prescription in healthy populations and individuals with conditions or special considerations. Lippincott Connect is available for this title.  If you wish to purchase a package that includes Lippincott Connect see other purchase options. Now fully up to date from cover to cover, this flagship title is an essential resource for all exercise professionals, as well as other health care professionals who may counsel patients on exercise, including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, physical and occupational therapists, personal trainers, team physicians, and more.

• Updated content reflects current ACSM guidance on best practices for exercise testing and prescription, based on changes in the field and advances in research.
• Expanded coverage on the application of exercise testing and prescription in applied settings, as well as updated coverage on behavioral theories and resistance training.
• Reader-friendly features include abbreviations and common acronyms listed up front; boxes, tables, and figures that highlight key concepts in quick-reference, easy-to-digest formats; case studies that reflect real-world experience; FITT tables that apply Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type principles; and useful appendices on common medications, ECG interpretation tips, metabolic calculations, and more.
• Updated and expanded student and instructor resources reflect all changes in the 12th edition, making this title a must-have resource for students, independent learners, and educators, as well as fitness professionals, allied health professionals, and others who care for active adults.