Series:

Complete Guides

6 total works

Cover of Complete Guide to Exercise to Music
A handbook for the regular exerciser who wishes to know more about the diverse range of exercise to music (ETM) classes now available and the instructor who seeks a thorough grounding in all of the disciplines covered under the ETM umbrella. This manual reveals how effectively structured and safely-run sessions can contribute to total health-related fitness by enhancing not only cardio-vascular fitness but also flexibility, motor skills and muscle strength and endurance. "Aerobics" may be the general term for this kind of activity, but this provides an analysis of a number of different and diverse approaches to the traditional ETM class, including circuits, steps, hi/lo, body sculpt and stretch. Debbie Lawrence is the author of "Complete Guide to Exercise in Water". This book is an approved product of the Exercise Association.

Cover of The Complete Guide to Yoga for Fitness Professionals

The Complete Guide to Yoga for Fitness Professionals gives you the necessary skills to become a successful yoga teacher or practitioner.

Whether you are looking for information on planning, structuring and delivering a yoga class, or are looking to increase your general understanding and appreciation of the history and ancient lineage of yoga, our experienced authors are here to help.

Reaching beyond the typical 'how to' guides, this book not only covers the basics but also details more advanced teaching techniques. Master how to teach the classic asana pose, including the benefits, precautions, prohibitions and modifications of a selection of some other Hatha yoga postures.

Higher level yoga practices are found in Part Three, along with information about how to deal with common conditions of participants encountered in a yoga class and any adaptations that need to be made to support them.

Cover of The Complete Guide to Aqua Exercise for Pregnancy and Postnatal Health
This is the essential guide for any fitness professional working with pregnant clients. Exercise in water classes are extremely popular with pregnant women, but there are obvious health and safety considerations.

The authors take you through the underpinning knowledge, and outline the many benefits of water based exercise for pregnant clients.

Includes:
- how to motivate and support clients
- practical skills to teach a successful and useful pool session
- putting together an effective session
- the safety considerations when working with pregnant women in a pool environment - learn about screening, contraindications and pool safety
- working safely with clients with additional health concerns such as obesity/overweight or diabetes

Cover of The Complete Guide to Behavioural Change for Sport and Fitness Professionals
Many fitness professionals and sports coaches working with clients find difficulties in ensuring their clients stay motivated. Any professional prescribing a fitness programme to a client knows that the biggest roadblock to success is the client's ability to make a change in their day-to-day life. You can tell clients what they need to know, but you can't make lifestyle changes for them. You can however show understanding, put changes in perspective, offer motivation and lay out the smaller steps that build towards a greater goal.

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE FOR SPORT AND FITNESS PROFESSIONALS covers both theoretical issues related to behaviour change and motivation and practical application in the fitness or sport setting, outlining all the different models of behaviour change and discussing clear motivation strategies. It is especially relevant for fitness professionals prescribing exercise to clients with health issues, or referred clients who need support to become more active. But it is equally suited to helping recreational and amateur athletes who want to change their lifestyle or mental attitude in order to improve their performance.

Written in clear, accessible language for the non-scientist, this a reference guide for:

* fitness instructors and personal trainers

* sports coaches and sports psychologists

* professionals from the health and fitness industry working at Levels 3 and 4 of the qualifications framework

* undergraduates and postgraduates in sports studies and health and fitness

* those working to promote activity in community settings

* anyone wishing to increase personal knowledge of behaviour change and motivation.

Cover of The Complete Guide to Circuit Training
The Complete Guide to Circuit Training is the second edition of the definitive guide to planning and teaching a circuit class. It is the established reference title on the subject for all group exercise instructors, from trainees to the vastly experienced.

Circuit training is one of the original forms of group exercise and is still the most popular. From fitness club classes, through sport-specific routines to the use in medical rehabilitation it has a very wide appeal.

This new edition has been completely updated to take full account of developments in the area and is now supported with detailed photography. The book comprises four parts:

circuit training and its role in fitness
planning and teaching
session structure
working with specific groups.

Written by two of the leading authorities on the subject, it is sure to continue as a must-have for all fitness professionals.

Formerly published as Fitness Professionals: Circuit Training, 2nd edition and now rebranded and in full colour in the Complete Guide series.

Cover of The Complete Guide to Exercising Away Stress
The Complete Guide to Exercising Away Stress contains all the information necessary for personal trainers and sports coaches to be able to advise clients correctly and responsibly on how to combat stress through exercise. It covers the causes of and responses to stress; how to recognise the signs and symptoms of stress; practical physical and mental strategies and techniques for managing stress; and how to develop the skills and qualities needed to deal effectively with clients. Stress is a growing concern in today's world and has been linked to a wide range of health problems, from irritable bowel syndrome to depression. Exercise, activity and nutrition are key tools for dealing with pressure, so personal trainers and sports coaches are ideally placed to help their clients manage stress.