The ACE Personal Trainer Manual is an essential study tool for the ACE Personal Trainer Certification Exam and an excellent fitness and exercise resource students will use throughout their health and fitness careers.This Third Edition reflects the latest research findings and industry guidelines in the field of health and fitness. Revised and updated by the original authors and enhanced by the addition of a new chapter on health behavior and psychology, this text covers every aspect of personal training, from anatomy and physiology to injury prevention and legal issues.

In the constantly evolving world of fitness and exercise, it is challenging to become—and remain—an effective group exercise instructor. Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Fourth Edition With Online Video, offers expert guidance in a variety of group exercise formats so current and aspiring instructors can hone their skills and create demand for their services. The authors—who have dozens of years of experience—thoroughly explain group exercise training principles, correction and progression techniques, and safety tips. They also have taught this course within a university setting. This research-based text will enhance the skills of group exercise leaders and prepare them to lead more dynamic, safe, and effective classes for clients of differing ages, abilities, and interests. Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Fourth Edition, goes beyond theory to help fitness instructors and managers understand the why behind class and program design, the proper way to cue participants, and the variety of modalities they can use in their teaching. Revised and reorganized based on current industry best practices, this edition includes the following: Over 100 minutes of online video demonstrating warm-ups, routines, drills, and 15 new class formats A new chapter dedicated specifically to instructing older adults New coverage of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) Two additional sample class plans for featured group exercise formats The text also features a number of additional learning aids to help readers retain and apply the content. Pro Tips offer insights and expertise from industry veterans; boxes and sidebars highlight important topics, research findings, and technique and safety checks; practice drills offer opportunities to apply the information; and evaluation forms are provided to self-assess teaching success. Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Fourth Edition, will prepare any group fitness instructor for a successful career. Students will gain a strong foundation to earn their group fitness certification, and veteran instructors will be able to refine their skills to increase their marketability and success.

"Whether you are preparing to become an ACE-certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, or Lifestyle & Weight Management Coach, this textbook provides the foundational knowledge you will need before moving on to study the materials specific to your chosen certification. ... Each of the five chapters includes a study guide"--P. [4] of cover.

***Includes Practice Test Questions*** Secrets of the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Exam helps you ace the American Council on Exercise Group Fitness Instructor Exam, without weeks and months of endless studying. Our comprehensive Secrets of the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Exam study guide is written by our exam experts, who painstakingly researched every topic and concept that you need to know to ace your test. Our original research reveals specific weaknesses that you can exploit to increase your exam score more than you've ever imagined. Secrets of the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Exam includes: The 5 Secret Keys to ACE Group Fitness Instructor Exam Success: Time is Your Greatest Enemy, Guessing is Not Guesswork, Practice Smarter, Not Harder, Prepare, Don't Procrastinate, Test Yourself; A comprehensive General Strategy review including: Make Predictions, Answer the Question, Benchmark, Valid Information, Avoid Fact Traps, Milk the Question, The Trap of Familiarity, Eliminate Answers, Tough Questions, Brainstorm, Read Carefully, Face Value, Prefixes, Hedge Phrases, Switchback Words, New Information, Time Management, Contextual Clues, Don't Panic, Pace Yourself, Answer Selection, Check Your Work, Beware of Directly Quoted Answers, Slang, Extreme Statements, Answer Choice Families; A comprehensive review including: Cardio-respiratory Conditioning, Exercise Programming, Muscular Strength and Endurance, Progression and Intensity, Medical Conditions, Pregnant and Postpartum Women, Modifications for Senior Citizens, Proper Posture, Body Mass Index Test, Bioelectrical Impedance, Dyspnea Scale, The Talk Test Method, Basic Standing Stretches, Techniques for Monitoring Heart Rate, Basic Exercise Class Format, Participants with Disabilities, Instructional Techniques, Systematic Class Design, Goals, Plantar Fasciitis, Rotator Cuff Strain, Anterior Shoulder Instability, Lateral Epicondylitis, and much more...

Just in time for the 2021 exam, Ascencia Test Prep's unofficial NEW ACE Personal Trainer Practice Test: Exam Prep with 450 Practice Questions for the American Council on Exercise CPT Examination is different from other practice test books for the ACE Personal Trainer Test. Our healthcare test prep isn't like other study materials because ACE Personal Trainer Practice Test offers you the up-to-date, real examples, graphics, and information you need for a quick but full review of everything on the exam! Our convenient materials will give you the edge you need to pass your exam the first time. NCCA was not involved in the creation or production of this product, is not in any way affiliated with Ascencia Test Prep, and does not sponsor or endorse this product. Ascencia Test Prep's ACE Personal Trainer Practice Test will quiz you on: Client Interviews and Assessments Program Design and Implementation Progression and Modifications Professional Conduct, Safety and Risk Management About Ascencia Test Prep With healthcare fields such as nursing, pharmacy, emergency care, and physical therapy becoming the fastest and largest growing industries in the United States, individuals looking to enter the healthcare industry or rise in their field need high quality, reliable resources. Ascencia Test Prep's study guides and test preparation materials are developed by credentialed, industry professionals with years of experience in their respective fields. Every Ascencia book includes a comprehensive overview of the content knowledge that will be tested, along with practice questions for each section to enhance understanding. Full practice tests at the end of every book accurately reflect the exam, helping test takers determine if they are thoroughly prepared. Additionally, all Ascencia study materials offer exclusive tips from healthcare professionals to help readers thrive in their field beyond test day. Ascencia recognizes that healthcare professionals nurture bodies and spirits, and save lives. Ascencia Test Prep's mission is to help healthcare workers grow.

"Since 1983, AFAA has pioneered and set the fundamental movement standards in the fitness industry. With more than 350,000 certifications issued in 73 countries, AFAA-trained instructors have motivated millions of people toward healthier and happier lives. Through this course, you will acquire the knowledge and practical skills needed to inspire po

A concise study guide that highlights the key concepts required to pass the American Council on Exercise (ACE) CPT Exam to become a certified personal trainer. The content in this study guide is presented in an easy to read format that helps to comprehend & retain the information. This study guide is organized in the following four performance domains: Domain I: Client Interviews & Assessments Domain II: Program Design & Implementation Domain III: Program Progression & Modifications Domain IV: Professional Conduct, Safety, & Risk Management * Includes "Key Concepts" with required information needed for the exam. * Includes quick reference pages for helpful Resources, Formulas, Conversions, and Acronyms. * Includes 50 practice questions to further enhance knowledge & to have an idea of what the actual exam will look like. * Includes detailed practice question answers with explanations on how the answers were obtained. * Includes detailed descriptions of assessments, the heart, muscles, nutrition, term definitions, training modalities and more.