Author: Mo Rosser

Number of Pages: 340

ISBN: 0340789565

Cover: Paperback

Exercise is an essential element of sports and beauty therapy. In this second edition of this book, the Author has revised her up-to-date guide to fitness with greater emphasis on exercise, detailing the benefits of a good exercise programme as well as the dangers of incorrect methods.
Accessible step-by-step information is supported by illustrations to show how muscles work and how to exercise them effectively. With advice on health at every stage, this book gives the background knowledge needed to instruct successfully.
The book contains examples of different routines for the various muscles, and guidelines to help the therapist devise a comprehensive exercise scheme.
This book can be used for NVQ assessments, HND, City & Guilds Certificates, BTEC diplomas, IHBC diplomas including sports therapy, ITEC courses, CIBTAC diplomas and RSA & YHA fitness courses.