This practical text provides the theoretical foundation of behavior change and then offers specific strategies, tools, and methods you can use to motivate and inspire your clients to be active, exercise, and stay healthy.
Developed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and written by a team of leading experts in exercise science and motivation, the book provides step-by-step instructions to help fitness/health professionals and students master client motivation techniques.
Access practical resources you can use immediately on the job with forms, checklists, charts, worksheets, etc. in each chapter’s
From the Practical Toolbox
sections.
Stay on top of the latest research in the field with
Evidence
sections that support the text’s recommendations.
Master a wide range of client-motivation techniques through
Step-by-Step&
applications.
See the text’s recommendations in action in real-world settings through engaging
Case Scenarios
Improve your retention of important information through
Concept Overviews
that briefly set the stage for each chapter and
Take-Home Messages
that highlight key points.