Gibson and Hoeger (Boise State U.) present guidelines for developing a water aerobics program as an alternative to other exercise programs, to improve the physical fitness and personal wellness of people of all ages and abilities and covering both shallow and deep water exercise. All chapters in this edition have been revised and updated to reflect recent advances in the scientific literature and information from professional conferences. New figures and more photos are included, and other changes include updated research on water aerobics benefits; a new test in the fitness assessment chapter; updates to the chapter on exercise prescription to reflect the American College of Sports Medicine Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and the Federal Guidelines for Physical Activity; an updated section on pregnancy; revised descriptions of exercises; updates to the nutrition chapter to reflect MyPyramid, the importance of Vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans; and a revised chapter on weight management to conform to the Appropriate Physical Activity Intervention Strategies for Weight Loss and Prevention of Weight Regain for Adults, as well as information on eating disorders. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Cengage Learning Activity Series Get the most out of your favorite physical activities. From aerobics and yoga -- to bowling, tennis, weight training, and more -- the Cengage Learning Activities Series goes beyond the basics, showing you how to improve, excel, and get more enjoyment from your activities, whatever your skill level and background. Learn the latest information for obtaining and maintaining wellness with WATER AEROBICS FOR FITNESS AND WELLNESS, Fourth Edition. This text provides you with guidelines, exercises, and examples to develop a water aerobic program. It also includes unique chapters on fitness assessment, nutrition, and weight management to encourage a lifetime of fitness and wellness program. This text will provide an excellent resource guide to get you started in water aerobics.
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1. Why Water Aerobics? 2. Fitness Assessment. 3. Water Aerobics Fitness Programming. 4. Shallow Water Exercise. 5. Deep Water Exercise. 6. Nutrition for Wellness. 7. Weight Management for Wellness. Appendix A: Health History Questionnaire. Appendix B: Personal Fitness Profile: Pre-test. Appendix C: Personal Fitness Profile: Post-test.
1. Why Water Aerobics?
2. Fitness Assessment.
3. Water Aerobics Fitness Programming.
4. Shallow Water Exercise.
5. Deep Water Exercise.
6. Nutrition for Wellness.
7. Weight Management for Wellness.
Appendix A: Health History Questionnaire.
Appendix B: Personal Fitness Profile: Pre-test.
Appendix C: Personal Fitness Profile: Post-test.
Terry-Ann Spitzer Gibson has completed a great deal of research in the area of water fitness and has used that expertise to complete several, reputable publications. These include publications for MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE, RESEARCH QUARTERLY FOR EXERCISE AND SPORT, JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE AND PHYSICAL FITNESS, and NATIONAL AQUATIC JOURNAL. She also has a strong background in intramural programs, having been the Director of Intramural Recreation at Boise State University for 11 years. She is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Boise State University and has been with the department for the past 21 years. All of this experience contributes to her ability to effectively discuss and present the topics of water aerobics and personal wellness. Dr. Werner W.K. Hoeger is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Kinesiology at Boise State University and a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine and the Research Consortium of SHAPE America (Society of Health and Physical Educators). Dr. Hoeger received his masters degree at age 20 and his doctorate degree at age 24, both in exercise science. A former Winter Olympian and All-American athlete, Dr. Hoeger developed many of the popular fitness assessment tools in use today, including the modified sit and reach, total body rotation, shoulder rotation, muscular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, and soda pop coordination tests. Recipient of the Presidential Award for Research and Scholarship at Boise State, and a renowned expert and lecturer, Dr. Hoeger continues to be active in the areas of exercise physiology, physical fitness, and wellness. He has published multiple editions of his fitness and wellness titles, including the Cengage texts FITNESS & WELLNESS, PRINCIPLES AND LABS FOR FITNESS & WELLNESS, PRINCIPLES AND LABS FOR PHYSICAL FITNESS, LIFETIME PHYSICAL FITNESS & WELLNESS, WELLNESS: GUIDELINES FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE, and WATER AEROBICS FOR FITNESS AND WELLNESS.
