Stay ConnectedInteractive Health and Fitness - eBook
Interactive Health and Fitness is an innovative system of learning that blends a conversational, easy-to-read textbook with cutting-edge technology. The learning system is made up of three primary components:
A textbook that provides the background theory, the anatomy and physiology, and the basic concepts that will help students to make sound, well-informed decisions in areas that will impact their health now and in the future
Web-based resources designed to create a multidimensional learning experience
Something no other text can offer. Throughout the course, each student will develop his or her personal Total Wellness Plan™.
The authors have taught at the higher education level. Their research interests include cardiovascular physiology, post-exercise metabolism, exercise immunology, assessment of body composition, behavior change, and distance learning.
Chapter 1: Introduction to Wellness and Behavioral Change
Part I: Physical Activity and Wellness
Chapter 2: The Importance of Physical Activity
Chapter 3: Importance of Exercise and Fitness
Part II: Assessing and Improving Fitness
Chapter 4: Assessment and Improvement of Cardiorespiratory Fitness
Chapter 5: Assessment and Improvement of Muscular Fitness and Flexibility
Chapter 6: Body Composition
Chapter 7: Nutrition, Wellness, and Weight Management
Part III: Holistic Wellness
Chapter 8: Stress and Wellness
Chapter 9: Psychoactive Substances
Chapter 10: Interpersonal Wellness and Human Sexuality
Part IV: Aging and Wellness
Chapter 11: Physical Activity, Aging, and the Impact on Overall Wellness
Chapter 12: Chronic Diseases and the Leading Causes of Death in the United States