ACSM’s Exercise Testing and Prescription (American College of Sports Medicine), 2nd Edition 

ACSM’s Exercise Testing and Prescription, 2nd Edition, is the ultimate guide for anyone interested in physical fitness assessment and exercise prescription. This practical text covers all the essential elements of fitness assessment, including selecting and administering fitness tests, interpreting results, and implementing exercise prescriptions in line with proven Guidelines parameters. The updated 2nd Edition, fully aligned with the latest edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, equips students and practitioners to confidently collect, interpret, and act upon physical fitness data for healthy and special populations.

The book is authored by the American College of Sports Medicine, a world-renowned organization dedicated to promoting and integrating scientific research, education, and practical applications of sports medicine and exercise science. The unsurpassed expertise of the ACSM is evident in this practical text, which is optimized for today’s learners, combining clear, concise writing with dynamic visuals to keep readers engaged, clarify essential concepts and practices, and prepare users for confident clinical practice.

One of the key features of this updated edition is its alignment with ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 11th Edition, which equips students with the most current professional assessment and prescriptive techniques. The book also includes Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type (FITT) tables that align exercise prescription information with the latest guidelines recommendations for effective practice.

Comprehensive case studies reinforce the practical application of chapter concepts and provide a contextual framework for working with special populations. Case study questions test students’ comprehension and application of assessment and prescription. With its practical and comprehensive approach, this text is an ideal resource for students in exercise science programs, as well as practitioners and researchers in the field of sports medicine.

The book has received rave reviews for its practical approach and comprehensive coverage of essential topics in exercise testing and prescription. One reviewer praised the book for its “thoroughness,” noting that it covers “pretty much everything you need to know either as a student or a professional.” Another reviewer lauded the book’s usefulness as a resource for personal trainers, stating, “There is a lot of information in this book that any personal trainer could use to improve their practice and help their clients.”

Ordering the book or video is a logical step for anyone interested in enhancing their knowledge and expertise in exercise testing and prescription. The easy-to-read, practical approach of this text makes it an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners in the field of sports medicine. Whether you are just starting out in your studies or are an experienced professional seeking to expand your knowledge base, ACSM’s Exercise Testing and Prescription, 2nd Edition, is an essential resource that will help you achieve your goals. Order your copy today and take your practice to the next level!

Product Details

• UPDATED! Alignment with ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 11th Edition, equips students with the most current professional assessment and prescriptive techniques.
• UPDATED! Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type (FITT) tables align exercise prescription information with the latest Guidelines recommendations for effective practice.
• UPDATED! Comprehensive Case Studies reinforce the practical application of chapter concepts and provide a contextual framework for working with special populations.
• Case study questions test students’ comprehension and application of assessment and prescription.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ LWW; Second edition (April 25, 2023)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 490 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1975197070
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1975197070