Total Fitness and Wellness
by Scott K. Powers, Stephen L. Dodd
8th Edition
Publisher: Pearson
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780134988436 |
| eText ISBN | 9780135302026 |
| Publisher | Pearson |
| Publishing Year | 2020 |
| Edition | 8th Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 536 |
Total Fitness and Wellness, 8th Edition, is a textbook that introduces core principles of physical conditioning, personal health, and overall wellness. It provides structured guidance to help students evaluate their fitness habits and make informed lifestyle choices.
The textbook examines essential components of physical fitness, including cardiorespiratory exercise prescription, muscular conditioning, flexibility, and body composition. It also addresses broader wellness subjects such as healthy weight management, dietary nutrition, stress reduction, and chronic disease prevention.
To support practical learning, the volume provides access to MyDietAnalysis, an activity and diet tracking tool designed to help users evaluate their daily nutrient intake and monitor physical activity routines.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Understanding Fitness and Wellness
Chapter 2: General Principles of Exercise for Health and Fitness
Chapter 3: Cardiorespiratory Endurance: Assessment and Prescription
Chapter 4: Improving Muscular Strength and Endurance
Chapter 5: Improving Flexibility
Chapter 6: Body Composition
Chapter 7: Creating Your Total Fitness and Wellness Plan
Chapter 8: Nutrition for Health and Fitness
Chapter 9: Achieving and Maintaining a Healthy Body Weight
Chapter 10: Preventing Cardiovascular Disease
Chapter 11: Stress Management
Chapter 12: Special Considerations Related to Exercise and Injury Prevention
Chapter 13: Cancer
Chapter 14: Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 15: Addiction and Substance Abuse
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