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Aimed at students in recreation, outdoor education and physical education courses, as well as guides and instructors working in outdoor settings. Examines the historical and philosophical foundations of adventure programmes, reviews technical competencies that leaders should possess and provides safety and environmental guidelines they should follow. Provides a detailed look at the organisational and instructional skills an outdoor adventure leader should develop. Covers problem solving, decisio...

This combines with "Racquetball: Steps to Success" to provide instructors with an effective instructional package. Each of the 18 steps corresponds to those in "Racquetball: Steps to Success" to promote successful teaching and learning. In addition to these steps, instructors will find: tips on group management and safety; 14 rating charts for easy evaluation of student skill proficiency; 86 drills for skill enhancement; warm-ups for small and large groups; a bank of 81 test questions; equipment...

The major purpose of this text is to provide students and professionals with an in-depth examination of the relationship between exercise and psychological constructs. Information is presented from a wide variety of disciplines, including neuroscience and public health. Case studies help readers to better understand the application of psychological constructs in exercise settings. This is an excellent text for all levels of study and a vital resource for professionals. Key features are: chapters...

The beauty of obstacle course racing is that it gets you out of your everyday routine and lets you experience life. If you are stuck in a cubicle or trapped in an urban jungle-congested traffic and crowds are your daily obstacles. Running an obstacle course race gives you the chance to get back to nature-to roll in it, get dirty, and tap into your primal self so you can experience life-in the raw, unedited and real. Margaret Schlachter, the creator of "Dirt In Your Skirt" blog, is one the leadi...

With over 50,000 copies of the 3rd Edition sold worldwide, the best-selling book on the subject gets even better with the release of this fourth edition. It is a major course adoption text in the UK and Europe, aimed at lecturers, students, athletes, coaches and other professionals. It includes more contemporary practical examples, case studies and anecdotes to help students understand various theories and concepts. This new edition also comes with access to an online study guide, providing stud...

This third edition text has been expanded and updated to reflect trends in sport managment and recreational sport. It contains additional chapters on fitness, risk management and marketing, and incorporates discussion questions, case studies and application exercises.

Archery: Steps to Success is excellent as a course text or a self-instruction guide. Either way, this unique progression of skills will help readers get started quickly, make steady progress, and proceed at their own pace. In this book, 18 steps (chapters) explain why each concept or skill is important, identify keys to correct technique, help archers correct common errors, explain how to practise each skill in realistic ways, list specific performance goals for each drill, and provide, checklis...

Considers the critical aspects of human resource management within sport and recreation organizations. This book focuses on the key groups that comprise human resources and presents conceptual guidelines for matching managerial processes with individual differences between these groups. It explains how to tailor human resource practices to fit each sport or organization's particular goals, products, markets and technologies. Part One outlines the unique and common characteristics of the three gr...

Preparing for the ACSM Health/Fitness Instructor Certification Examination, Second Edition, is the only comprehensive text written specifically for those preparing for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Health/Fitness Instructor Certification Exam. It is now updated with the latest exam requirements and full of valuable review tips, practice opportunities, and test-taking strategies.

This training guide provides a tested and proven set of 91 essential drills for kicking, sculling, and all four strokes, as well as for starts, turns, and finishes.

The Athletics Congress's Track and Field Coaching Manual features the latest in techniques and coaching principles. Over 50 of TAC's Development Committee members, all master coaches and trainers, have contributed their expertise. The principles in this manual can be applied to help athletes at every level improve their track and field performances. The manual is designed for high school settings, but every coach from college level to youth sport will want this updated edition of the ultimate tr...

Exercise Physiology Laboratory Manual is a comprehensive resource for instructors and students interested in practical laboratory experiences related to the field of exercise physiology. This program can be used as both a standalone lab manual or as a complement to any exercise physiology textbook. Students will come away with thorough instruction on the measurement and evaluation of muscular strength, anaerobic and aerobic fitness, cardiovascular function, respiratory function, flexibility, and...

Guide to regulating work intensity for those looking to create peak strength and power. Has long and short cycle programs that can be tailored to produce muscular endurance and strength, or explosive power. Features periodized work schedules and exercises for specific sport

This text is aimed at students studying sport management, exercise, fitness management and athletic training. It should teach aspiring sport managers about this rapidly expanding field, enabling them to define sport management and discuss the scope of opportunities the sport industry presents. Thorough discussions on the major challenges confronting various segments of the industry are put in the historical context against psychological, sociological and philosophical foundations of sport. Key f...

This text looks at American sport from a different perspective - hegemony (a sociopolitical situation in which one way of life is dominant and is diffused throughout various social institutions and cultural practices).

A comprehensive reference of the past, present and future of disability sport, this text brings together a wide variety of disability sports issues and research findings. The authors describe the historical context for disability sport and trends for the future. They offer an understanding of the issues and complexity of disability sport, aiming to increase the awareness of sport modifications, and the multitude of sports opportunities worldwide to athletes with diasabilites. They also present b...

This valuable resource is the official ACSM preparatory tool for The ACSM Certified Personal Trainer(SM) exam. It provides essential, foundational expertise for professionals involved in developing and implementing an individualized approach to exercise leadership in healthy populations and/or those individuals with medical clearance to exercise. It covers the fundamental knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) used to improve, maintain, and/or optimize health-related components of physical fitn...