ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription (Lippincott Connect-ACSM)

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Get scientifically based, evidence-informed standards that prepare you for success — from the source you trust! ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 12th Edition, from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine, provides authoritative, succinct summaries of recommended procedures for exercise testing and exercise prescription in healthy populations and individuals with conditions or special considerations. Lippincott Connect is available for this title.  If you wish to purchase a package that includes Lippincott Connect see other purchase options. Now fully up to date from cover to cover, this flagship title is an essential resource for all exercise professionals, as well as other health care professionals who may counsel patients on exercise, including physicians, nurses, physician assistants, physical and occupational therapists, personal trainers, team physicians, and more. Updated content reflects current ACSM guidance on best practices for exercise testing and prescription, based on changes in the field and advances in research. Expanded coverage on the application of exercise testing and prescription in applied settings, as well as updated coverage on behavioral theories and resistance training. Reader-friendly features include abbreviations and common acronyms listed up front; boxes, tables, and figures that highlight key concepts in quick-reference, easy-to-digest formats; case studies that reflect real-world experience; FITT tables that apply Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type principles; and useful appendices on common medications, ECG interpretation tips, metabolic calculations, and more. Updated and expanded student and instructor resources reflect all changes in the 12th edition, making this title a must-have resource for students, independent learners, and educators, as well as fitness professionals, allied health professionals, and others who care for active adults.

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ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 12th Edition

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ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 12th Edition, is your trusted resource for scientifically based standards in exercise testing and prescription. This authoritative guide is packed with updated content, expanded practical applications, and invaluable tools tailored for students preparing for successful careers in health and fitness.

Trusted ACSM guidance tailored for exercise professionals Includes real-world case studies and FITT tables Features practical tips on medications, ECGs, and more

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 1, 2025
Edition ‏ : ‎ Twelfth
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 688 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 197521921X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1975219215
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.5 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.14 x 1.17 x 8.02 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #5,573 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1 in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Books) #2 in Exercise Injuries & Rehabilitation
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