Water Aerobics for Fitness and Wellness (Wadsworth Activities Series) [Paperback]

Terry-Ann Spitzer Gibson (Author), Wener W.K. Hoeger (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 26, 2002 | ISBN-10: 0534581064 | ISBN-13: 978-0534581060 | Edition: 3

WATER AEROBICS FOR FITNESS AND WELLNESS, Third Edition offers the latest information for obtaining and maintaining wellness through water aerobics. Full of illustrations and over 100 photos, the text is appropriate for water aerobic classes or activity programs in colleges and universities, health/fitness clubs, and health promotion programs in general. It provides students with guidelines, exercises, and examples to develop a water aerobic program. The text also includes unique chapters on fitness assessment, nutrition, and weight management to encourage a lifetime of fitness and wellness program. Since most theoretical information is often overlooked, the use of this text will provide an excellent resource guide to all participants.

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About the Author

Terry-Ann Spitzer Gibson has completed a great deal of research in the area of water fitness and has used that expertise to complete several, reputable publications. These include publications for MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE, RESEARCH QUARTERLY FOR EXERCISE AND SPORT, JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE AND PHYSICAL FITNESS, and NATIONAL AQUATIC JOURNAL. She also has a strong background in intramural programs, having been the Director of Intramural Recreation at Boise State University for 11 years. She is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Boise State University and has been with the department for the past 21 years. All of this experience contributes to her ability to effectively discuss and present the topics of water aerobics and personal wellness.

Product Details

• Paperback: 170 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 3 edition (August 26, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534581064
• ISBN-13: 978-0534581060
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #940,963 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #92 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Aerobics

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Book on Water aerobics, December 2, 2010

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This review is from: Water Aerobics for Fitness and Wellness (Wadsworth Activities Series) (Paperback)

An excellent book if you are an instructor. The book provides details for aerobic activities and timed exercises. One of the better books on the subject.

4 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent illustrations!, August 29, 2007

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I really like this book and find it very user friendly. The exercises contained are excellent!