Comprehensive and research based, the second edition of NSCA's Essentials of Personal Training is the resource to rely on for personal training information and guidance. With state-of-the-art knowledge regarding applied aspects of personal training as well as clear explanations of supporting scientific evidence, NSCA’s Essentials of Personal Training, Second Edition, is also the authoritative preparation text for those preparing for the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) exam.
Part I. Exercise Sciences
Chapter 1. Structure and Function of the Muscular, Nervous, and Skeletal Systems
Chapter 2. Cardiorespiratory System and Gas Exchange
Chapter 3. Bioenergetics
Chapter 4. Biomechanics
Chapter 5. Resistance Training Adaptations
Chapter 6. Physiological Responses and Adaptations to Aerobic Endurance Training
Chapter 7. Nutrition in the Personal Training Setting
Chapter 8. Exercise Psychology for the Personal Trainer
Part II. Initial Consultation and Evaluation
Chapter 9. Client Consultation and Health Appraisal
Chapter 10. Fitness Assessment Selection and Administration
Chapter 11. Fitness Testing Protocols and Norms
Part III. Exercise Technique
Chapter 12. Flexibility, Body Weight, and Stability Ball Exercises
Chapter 13. Resistance Training Exercise Techniques
Chapter 14. Cardiovascular Training Methods
Part IV. Program Design
Chapter 15. Resistance Training Program Design
Chapter 16. Aerobic Endurance Training Program Design
Chapter 17. Plyometric and Speed Training
Part V. Clients With Unique Needs
Chapter 18. Clients Who Are Preadolescent, Older, or Pregnant
Chapter 19. Clients With Nutritional and Metabolic Concerns
Chapter 20. Clients With Cardiovascular and Respiratory Conditions
Chapter 21. Clients With Orthopedic, Injury, and Rehabilitation Concerns
Chapter 22. Clients With Spinal Cord Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Epilepsy, and Cerebral Palsy
Chapter 23. Resistance Training for Clients Who Are Athletes
Part VI. Safety and Legal Issues
Chapter 24. Facility and Equipment Layout and Maintenance
Chapter 25. Legal Aspects of Personal Training
Founded in 1978, the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is an international nonprofit educational association with members in over 56 countries. Drawing on its vast network of members, the NSCA develops and presents the most advanced information regarding strength training and conditioning practices, injury prevention, and research findings.
Unlike any other organization, the NSCA brings together a diverse group of professionals from the sport science, athletic, allied health, and fitness industries. By working to find practical applications for new research findings in the strength and conditioning field, the association fosters the development of strength training and conditioning as a discipline and as a profession.