ACSM's Exercise for Older Adults

Name: ACSM's Exercise for Older Adults
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ISBN: 9781609136475

ISBN-10: 1609136470

ISBN-13: 9781609136475

Edition: 2014

Authors: American College of Sports Medicine, Wojtek Chodzko-Zajko

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InACSM’s Exercise for Older Adultsworld-renowned researchers and practitioners make a compelling case for older adults to engage in physical activity. Over the course of ten chapters, the text highlights the physiological, psychological, and social benefits of a physically active lifestyle. Students and professionals will benefit from implementation strategies including motivation to initiate and maintain exercise; options for healthy older adults; options for older adults with special needs; and assessing progress and performance. The text completes its presentation by including practical information on integrating exercise into complete healthy lifestyles with consideration to helping…

Book details

List price: $50.50
Copyright year: 2014
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publication date: 2/9/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 256
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.144
Language: English



Preface


Acknowledgments



Understanding Human Aging




Physical and Psychological Benefits of Physical Activity and Exercise for Healthy Older Adults




Active Living-Options and Benefits for Seniors




Motivating Older Adults to Initiate and Maintain a Physically Active Lifestyle




Physical Activity Options for Healthy Older Adults




Active Options for Older Adults with Special Issues and Concerns




Assessing Physical Activity, Fitness, and Progress in Older Adults




Healthy Lifestyles in Old Age: Integrating Physical Activity with Nutrition to Maintain a Healthy Body Composition and Prevent Disability




Helping Older Adults Select the Physical Activity Program That's Right for Them




Frequently Asked Questions about Physical Activity



Appendix: Exercise and Physical Activity for Older Adults


Index