Description
Book SynopsisEndorsed by EuropeActive, this text includes fundamentals and best practices of concepts, duties and responsibilities that fitness instructors perform on the job. The content applies to level 3 of the European Qualifications Framework.
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Customer Service
Thomas Rieger
Principles of Customer Service
Communicating About the Characteristics of Fitness Services
Successful Customers Are Loyal Customers
Managing Conflicts and Unsatisfied Customers
Conclusion
Chapter 2. Communication: Giving and Gaining Feedback
Vera Simões and Rita Santos-Rocha
Role of Communication in Teaching
Importance of Communication in Teaching and Retaining Clients
Giving and Gaining Feedback During Fitness Sessions
Characteristics of Feedback During Fitness Sessions
Conclusion
Chapter 3. Cardiorespiratory Exercise
Paolo Benvenuti and Silvano Zanuso,
Cardiovascular Response to Exercise
Warm-Up and Cool-Down
Modifications to Allow for Individual Differences
Cardiorespiratory Training Methods
Dose–Response Relationship Based on Evidence
Conclusion
Chapter 4. Resistance Exercise
Fernando Naclerio and Jeremy Moody
Basic Movement Analysis for Exercise Performance and Technique
Safety and Risk of Injury in Resistance Training: Posture, Body Alignment and Range of Motion
Safe and Effective Spotting Techniques
Warming Up for Resistance Training
Training Status and Individual Differences in Resistance Training Practitioners
Dose–Response Relationship for Different Resistance Training Goals
Conclusion
Chapter 5. Safe Progressive Exercise Planning
Oscar Carballo Iglesias and Eliseo Iglesias-Soler
Assessing Clients and Modifying Exercise Programmes
Providing Proper Dose–Response Relationship for Individual Participants
Communicating Effectively During Training
Observing Physiological Changes
Applying the Principles of Training
Conclusion
Chapter 6. Preparing Fitness Programmes
Sonia García Merino and Susana Moral González
Gathering Information Prior to the Start of Class
Programme Exercise Goals and Benefits
Programme Suitability
Required Level of Fitness and Intensity and Impact Options
Conclusion
Chapter 7. Delivering a Group Fitness Class
Simona Pajaujiene
Helping Clients Choose Group Fitness Classes
Core Concepts in Class Design
Modifications to Planned Exercises
Incorporating Functional Exercise Progression
Intensity and Impact Options in Group Fitness Exercise
Responding to a Medical Emergency
Responsibilities of a Group Fitness Instructor
Conclusion
Chapter 8. Teaching Group Fitness to Music
Rita Santos-Rocha and Nuno Pimenta
Characteristics of Music Used in Fitness Classes
Moving to the Beat
Using Music to Motivate Participants
Structuring a Group Fitness to Music Class
Basic Moves for a Self-Designed Group Fitness to Music Class
Leading Movement and the Leading Leg
Verbally and Visually Cueing an Exercise Routine
Conclusion
Chapter 9. Music and Choreography
Lenka Velínská
Musical Structure
Musical Tempo
Use of Musical Structure
Choreography
Conclusion
Chapter 10. Ending a Session
Jana Havrdová and Nuno Pimenta
The Instructor’s Role
The Club’s Role
Conclusion
Chapter 11. Safety Guidelines for Group Fitness to Music
Susana Moral González and Sonia García Merino
Legal and Insurance Responsibilities
Planning Class Activity
Conclusion
Chapter 12. Stress Management Techniques
João Moutão and Susana Franco
Stress and Distress
Implications of Distress for Health and Well-Being
Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression That May Require Professional Attention
Relaxation Techniques
Conclusion
