Concepts of Fitness and Exercise Programming

Chapter 1: Introduction to Health, Wellness, Fitness, and Performance
What is Health?
What is Wellness?
What is Fitness?
What is Performance?
Diseases and Aging Overview
Training Programs
References

Chapter 2: Nutritional Guidelines
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The Basic Building Blocks of Good Nutrition
Reading Food Labels
The Nutrition Facts Panel
Ingredients List
Daily Values
Practical Applications
References

Chapter 3: Testing and Assessing Health, Fitness and Performance
Testing for Health
Testing for Fitness
Testing for Performance
Conclusion
References

Chapter 4: Basics of Exercise Planning and Programming
What is Planning and Programming?
Periodization Basics
Progression Basics
Developing Plans and Programs for Appropriate Level
Programming Details
Programming Application and Adjustment
Conclusion
References

Chapter 5: Overweight and Obesity Programming
Overweight and Obesity Information
Overweight and Obesity Defined
Trends in Overweight and Obesity
Types and Causes of Obesity
Basic Types of Obesity
Typical Causes of Overweight and Obesity
Designing Weight Control Programs
Improving Body Composition
References

Chapter 6: Cardiovascular Disease Prevention and Programming
The Exercise Prescription
Types of Exercise
Intensity of Exercise
Heart Rate Methods
Monitoring Exercise Intensity
Frequency of Exercise
Time (Duration) of Exercise
Progression of Exercise
References

Chapter 7: Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome Programming
Insulin Resistance
Prediabetes
Diabetes Mellitus
Who Is At Risk?
Types of Diabetes
Detecting Diabetes
Diabetes Signs and Symptoms
Diabetes Management
Treatment
Metabolic Syndrome
Abdominal Obesity
Client Cholesterol Profile
Exercises to Combat Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome
References

Chapter 8: Programming for Respiratory Conditions
Introduction
Disease/Condition Information
Specific Tests, Contraindications, Necessary Adjustments
Program Development
Conclusion
References

Chapter 9: Programming for Musculoskeletal Disorders
Introduction
Specific Tests, Contraindications, Necessary Adjustments
Program Development
Conclusion
References

Chapter 10: Recreational Athlete Programming
Needs Analysis
Specific Tests, Contraindications, Necessary Adjustments
Planning and Programming Development
Conclusion
References

Chapter 11: Occupational Programming
Work Needs Analysis
Specific Tests, Contraindications, Necessary Adjustments
Program Development
Conclusion
References

Chapter 12: Tactical Programming
Needs Analysis
Specific Tests and Necessary Adjustments
Planning and Programming for Tactical Occupations
Conclusion
References
Appendices
Spotting Appendix
Weight Training Exercises
Weight Training 3-Day
Macrocycle Program Template