This book focuses on physically demanding occupations that require strength and stamina as conditions of safe, productive and career-long job performance. The perspective is that of the exercise scientist, who studies the physiological responses to arduous work, constructs tests of work capacity, de[...]
Useful as a textbook for students on coaching courses, this text also serves as a reference for coaches, physical education teachers and health and fitness professionals. It explains the principles of muscular and energy fitness training, and describes the step-by-step procedures to follow in applyi[...]
The completely revised seventh edition of "Fitness & Health" offers a comprehensive understanding of the exercise/health relationship and provides a framework for attaining health and fitness goals. This handbook for students and fitness professionals explores the physiology and benefits of fitness [...]