What to read after Fitness?

A comprehensive fitness resource for instructors, trainers or enthusiasts, bringing together 64 recognized authors & leaders in the field of fitness instruction. Expands research from the laboratory to the fitness studio with new thinking on energy metabolism, fat burning, strength training, sports nutrition & injury prevention. Ph.D. Richard Keelor states: "This book is a great resource for all types of fitness endeavors, fun to browse through, loaded with valid findings & the latest high-powered techniques." FITNESS: THEORY & PRACTICE expands the definition of fitness to include exciting new research on step aerobics, funk, slide, aqua workouts & mind-body wellness. Plus, it addresses nutrition essentials, safety concerns, weight management & more. Also includes exercise for special populations such as youth, pregnant women, seniors, blind, deaf, & wheelchair exercisers. There are also sections on fitness marketing & management. Authors contributing to the text include Ph.D. exercise scientists, physical therapists, personal trainers, certified instructors, registered nurses, fitness directors, medical doctors & registered dieticians. Fitness consultant Patti Mantia, Ed.M., states: "At last! Fitness enthusiasts & leaders finally have a thorough resource text available! AFAA's recent publication FITNESS: THEORY & PRACTICE includes current information on every topic imaginable in fitness. This book is an essential addition to my fitness library. Thanks, AFAA!" To order, call or write to Roscoe K. Fawcett, Jr., Publisher, 15250 Ventura Blvd., Suite 200, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403, (800) 446-2322.