ACSM’s Exercise for Older Adults 1st Edition, (Ebook PDF)

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Product details:

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1609136470
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1609136475
• Author: American College of Sports Medicine, Wojtek Chodzko-Zajko

In ACSM’s Exercise for Older Adults world-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 individuals select a physical activity program that works. A frequently asked questions chapter provides exercise professionals with resources to anticipate and respond to their clients.

Table contents:

1 Understanding Human Aging

2 Physiological and Psychological Benefits of Exercise for Older Adults

3 Active Living – Options and Benefits for Seniors

4 Motivating Older Adults to Initiate and Maintain Physically Active Lifestyles

5 Physical Activity Options for Healthy Older Adults

6 Active Options for Older Adults with Special Issues and Concerns

7 Assessing Progress and Performance in Older Adults

8 Healthy Lifestyles in Old Age – Integrating Physical Activity with Stress Reduction, Healthy Eating and other Wellness Strategies

9 Helping Older Adults Select the Physical Activity Program that’s Right for Them

10 Frequently Asked Questions by Older Adults