Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual - Couverture souple

Aquatic Exercise Association

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ISBN 10 : 1718235127 ISBN 13 : 9781718235120

Editeur : Human Kinetics, 2025

Synopsis

Water exercise is a proven fitness activity with health and well-being benefits for all age groups, abilities, and fitness levels. As such, it is one of the most popular fitness trends among those seeking effective reduced-impact options for group exercise, small-group training, personal sessions, and rehabilitation therapy. As the primary preparation resource for the certification exam of the Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) and a recommended resource for the certification exam of the Aquatic Therapy & Rehab Institute (ATRI), Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual, Eighth Edition, is the most comprehensive resource available to help you design and lead effective exercise sessions in the pool. With contributions from 23 industry experts, Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual covers the foundations of fitness and exercise, the aquatic environment, and instruction and programming. You will learn how to energize your teaching with techniques based on popular fitness formats—such as functional training, yoga, boot camp, Ai Chi, circuits, and intervals—and programs for various chronic conditions. You’ll also find updated information on shallow- and deep-water exercise. Presenting a new full-color format and updates that reflect the latest research and exercise guidelines, the eighth edition also incorporates the following: AEA standards and guidelines for aquatic fitness programming Expanded guidelines for working with special populations and those with health conditions, including dementia and autism spectrum disorder Facts about the benefits of exercise on cognitive health and programming ideas for cognitive fitness training A new section on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility For those preparing for the AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional certification exam, you’ll find a detailed glossary and index, key chapter concepts at the beginning of each chapter, and a summary and review questions at the conclusion of each chapter to help you study. Additionally, downloadable resources delivered online through HKPropel include practical tools such as instructor worksheets and sample class formats. Nowhere else will you find the fitness applications and comprehensive programming you need in one convenient resource. Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual will not only help you in preparing for certification but also aid you in cultivating the critical skills needed to lead safe, enjoyable, and effective aquatic exercise programs. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with this ebook.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

The Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) is a nonprofit educational organization committed to accessible and inclusive aquatic exercise for better health and wellness worldwide. Their top priority is providing access to the latest industry resources, research, products, training, and education to increase global health, wellness, and longevity through aquatic exercise.

AEA works to increase awareness, education, and networking opportunities to benefit professionals as well as the general public. With AEA, achieving healthy lifestyles through aquatic fitness is a global team effort. AEA embraces cultural diversity in the industry to ensure that individuals worldwide can enjoy and employ the benefits of aquatics fitness programs regardless of age, ability, goals, or interests.

AEA incorporated in 1984 to provide professionals with information and instruction on conducting water programs for consumers; the association served as a chamber of commerce for aquatic fitness. AEA is now an internationally recognized organization of aquatic fitness education for professionals conducting aquatic exercise programs.

AEA has certified over 58,000 professionals in 48 countries, in 10 languages. They educate and train more than 15,000 people per year. Their Akwa magazine, the leading industry publication, is read by over 12,000 people annually.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Human Kinetics
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1718235127
• ISBN 13: 9781718235120
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 416
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible