Fitness Through Aerobics

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Author: Jan Galen Bishop

ISBN-10: 0321678281

ISBN-13: 9780321678287

Category: Popular Dance

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Reflecting current popular topics in aerobic fitness, Fitness Through Aerobics, Eighth Edition covers a broad array of issues that speak to a wide range of aerobics instructors, and will engage students of every background and discipline. Bishop teaches steps and methodologies for performing all types of aerobic dance exercises–as well as strength and flexibility exercises that contribute to proper technique–in a straightforward, accessible writing style. Booknews New edition of a textbook that provides important exercise information that is difficult for an instructor to convey in a filled gymasium. Topics include goal setting, clothing and equipment, rhythmic aerobics, toning exercises, exercises to avoid, warming up and cooling down, nutrition and weight control, and care and prevention of injuries. Includes tips, bolded key words, and tear-out worksheets on chapter topics. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

1. Aerobics, Wellness, and You!2. Individual Differences: Let's Talk About You3. The Aerobics Look: Clothing and Equipment4. Fitness Components and Exercise Principles5. The Aerobic Target Zone6. Setting Goals and Reaching Your Dream7. Posture: A Dynamic Concept8. Warm-Up/Cool-Down: Flexibility9. Rhythmic Aerobics: Variations and Styles10. Body Toning through Resistance Exercises11. Weights, Bands, Water, Stability Balls: Adding Resistance12. The Mind-Body Connection13. Nutrition and Weight Control14. Prevention and Care15. A Lifetime of Aerobics