ACSM's Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity and Exercise

Name: ACSM's Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity and Exercise
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ISBN: 9781451132113

ISBN-10: 1451132115

ISBN-13: 9781451132113

Edition: 2014

Authors: American College of Sports Medicine

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ACSM's Behavioral Aspects of Physical Activity and Exercise cover the fundamentals of exercise psychology in a practical way. This book address the growing realization within the the exercise science community that exercise is only effective when the client or patient adheres to the exercise program. This book explores issues surrounding exercise adherence with a practical bent toward helping professionals support their clients.It provides step-by-step information designed to equip the health and fitness professional to understand and address their clients adherence or lack of adherence to an exercise plan. Scenarios throughout the book make the material more applicable for professional…

Book details

List price: $64.00
Copyright year: 2014
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publication date: 10/24/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 336
Size: 7.00" wide x 10.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.430
Language: English



Preface


Contributors


Reviewers



Why Do People Change Physical Activity Behavior?



Assessing Your Client's Physical Activity Behavior, Motivation, and Individual Resources



Building Skills to Promote Physical Activity



Building Motivation: How Ready Are You?



Communication Skills to Elicit Physical Activity Behavior Change: How to Talk to the Client



How to Deliver Physical Activity Messages



Influencing Policy and Environments to Promote Physical Activity Behavior Change



Promoting Physical Activity Behavior Change: Population Considerations



Evaluating Physical Activity Behavior Change Programs and Practices



Professional Practice and Practical Tips for the Application of Behavioral Strategies for the Physical Activity Practitioner


Index