The Story
AFAAs Group Fitness Instructor certification is built on the foundation of AFAAs reputation of more than 30 years as a leader and innovator of group based fitness. Taking the theory from the exercise library to bring it where it is needed mostthe fitness center, the home gym, the streetthis new text takes the group fitness industrys successes of the past and realigns them with modern scientific research to effectively help a new instructor navigate a career in fitness. This text employs strategic learning features that not only make the content more digestible but also turn theory into practice. The chapter progression weaves evidencebased research, science, and application throughout the entire text, in order to enhance learning and contextual understanding. The new features are as follows: CautionDistinct things instructors should be aware of as they relate to scope of practice and potential pitfalls. Check it OutQuick tips and/or facts that have an apparent application and realworld usability. This feature enables the reader a quick insight and application to the concepts read. Instructor TipsInsidetheindustry application tips from experts with years of experience. Memory TipsTips and tricks for instructors to easily remember complex terms without the extended effort of rote memorization. Practice ThisOnthespot activities to help instructors practice and apply the content.
Description
AFAAs Group Fitness Instructor certification is built on the foundation of AFAAs reputation of more than 30 years as a leader and innovator of group based fitness. Taking the theory from the exercise library to bring it where it is needed mostthe fitness center, the home gym, the streetthis new text takes the group fitness industrys successes of the past and realigns them with modern scientific research to effectively help a new instructor navigate a career in fitness. This text employs strategic learning features that not only make the content more digestible but also turn theory into practice. The chapter progression weaves evidencebased research, science, and application throughout the entire text, in order to enhance learning and contextual understanding. The new features are as follows: CautionDistinct things instructors should be aware of as they relate to scope of practice and potential pitfalls. Check it OutQuick tips and/or facts that have an apparent application and realworld usability. This feature enables the reader a quick insight and application to the concepts read. Instructor TipsInsidetheindustry application tips from experts with years of experience. Memory TipsTips and tricks for instructors to easily remember complex terms without the extended effort of rote memorization. Practice ThisOnthespot activities to help instructors practice and apply the content.
