Completely revised, Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Second
Edition, highlights the commonalities of a variety of group
exercise formats through common training principles, correction
techniques, and safety.
Comprehensive, practical, and research based, this text features
applied learning through practical mini-teaching assignments that
are referenced with demonstrations found on the DVD. Teaching
techniques convey appropriate training for each muscle group and
methods for warm-up, cardiorespiratory training, muscular
conditioning, and flexibility. In addition, starter routines,
modification strategies, and assessments are presented for eight
class formats: hi/low impact, step training, kickboxing, sport
conditioning, stationary indoor cycling, water exercise, yoga,
and mat-based Pilates.
Merging both text and video, the second edition is an in-depth
and practical resource for beginning and preprofessional group
exercise instructors working to improve their teaching skills and
confidence. New to this second edition are the following
features:
-Three chapters discussing popular group exercise formats for
sports conditioning, yoga, and mat-based Pilates
-Research highlight boxes that share supporting research for the
guidelines and procedures recommended in the text
-Three skill levels of instruction for many formats featured on
the DVD
-DVD quizzes in the instructor guide for use in conjunction with
the video segments
-An expanded instructor guide and test package
Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Second Edition, moves from
theory to practice in a logical progression that is helpful for
both students and methods course instructors. The text is also
organized for easy reference, putting the techniques that group
exercise instructors need to know at their fingertips.
Part I of the text presents foundational knowledge for group
exercise instructors, which is applied in part III of the book.
An introduction to the field of group exercise instruction
discusses differences between student-centered and
teacher-centered instruction, presents research on group
cohesion, and offers options for professional certificiation and
continuing education. Ins on the evolution of group fitness,
cultural influences, the instructor as role model, and basic
business practices provide a deeper level of understanding that
moves beyond the class routine to create a safe and enjoyable
environment for all class participants. The final two chapters in
part I present practical discussion of core concepts in class
design and appropriate use of music, choreography, and cueing
methods.
Chapters in part II are aligned with the American College of
Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines for the four components of
and fitness: warm-up and stretching, cardiorespiratory
training, muscular condititioning, and flexibilty training.
Special focus is given to presentation of muscle groups, joints,
and proper exercise techniques. Through an integrated use of
illustrations, photos, text, and DVD examples, readers gain an
accurate working knowledge of proper exercise technique and the
physiology of muscle groups and joints required for each
exercise.
Part III provides applied information on specific group exercise
class modalities: step training, kickboxing, sport conditioning
and functional training, stationary indoor cycling, water
exercise, yoga, and Pilates. From technique and basic moves to
music selection and safety considerations, these chapters, along
with the material on the accompanying DVD, provide clear and
dynamic instruction of the components of each modality. In
addition, sample routines and class formats for each modality
offer a confident strating point for novice instructors and fresh
material for veterans. The final chapter discusses customized or
hybrid classes such as lifestyle physcial activity–based classes,
equipment-based cardio classes, and mind and body classes.
For students and course instructors, the practical assignments
and practice drills throughout the text reinforce the content
while facilitatng instruction. In addition, the accompanying DVD
provides invaluable visual and practical information to help
students convert the information presented in the text to applied
skills necessary for success in their future professions. When
used as a course text, Methods of Group Exercise Instruction,
Second Edition, also includes an updated instructor guide and
test package, which offer suggestions for effective use of the
book and DVD package, lesson plan outlines, a sample week-by-week
syllabus, lab activities, and sample test questions. Online
course options are also available for those instructors and
students who prefer the convenience of online learning.
Methods of Group Exercise Instruction, Second Edition, presents a
comprehensive and research-based discussion of the commonalities
of all formats of group exercise. This unique and in-depth
approach, bolstered by the dynamic learning aids in the
accompanying DVD, make this second edition a valuable resource
and reference for both preprofessional and professional
instructors of any group exercise format.
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