The Complete Guide to Teaching Exercise to Special Populations

A new addition to the tried and trusted Complete Guide series, The Complete Guide to Teaching Exercise to Special Populations is

a vital resource for fitness professionals who prescribe exercise

programmes to anyone categorised as belonging to a special group .

"Special population" covers many of us with a health condition

which may mean we need a supervised and well-informed exercise

programme. Covering a wide range of conditions from osteoporosis, heart

conditions, arthritis and back pain, this book provides supervised

exercise programmes to suit various needs. Comprehensive and

informative, The Complete Guide to Teaching Exercise to Special Populations is packed with clear photographs and diagrams and covers the condition, diagnosis,

treatment as well as an array of practical tips for designing activity programmes.