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Fit and Well: Core Concepts And Labs In Physical Fitness And Wellness
by Thomas Fahey Paul Insel Walton RothFit & Well gives students the knowledge and skills to make meaningful and lasting behavior changes. The most trusted and proven science-based content in a new edition and digital teaching and learning tools help college students improve their exercise, eating, and stress management habits. Fit & Well is written by experts who work and teach in the fields of exercise science, physical education, and health education. Fit & Well provides accurate, reliable current information on key health and fitness topics while also addressing issues related to mind-body health, diversity, research, and consumer health.
Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, 9th Ed.
by Thomas D. Fahey Paul M. Insel Walton T. RothThis book designed to motivate students to take their health seriously. It helps them understand why they should make healthy choices and how they can change unhealthy patterns. And it gives them to tools to do it.
Fitness And Wellness: A Way Of Life
by Carol K. Armbruster Ellen M. Evans Catherine M. Sherwood-LaughlinWith content targeted specifically toward the college-age population, Fitness and Wellness: A Way of Life With Web Study Guide presents evidence-based physical and mental health guidance to point students toward healthy choices that will develop into healthy lifestyles. Authors Carol K. Armbruster, Ellen M. Evans, and Catherine M. Laughlin have more than 80 years of combined health and wellness professional experience, the majority of which has focused on the college population. This enables them to present the material in a contemporary manner that is easily relatable and understood by students. Relevant information on topics such as cardiovascular exercise, strength training, stretching, nutrition, weight management, stress management, substance abuse and addiction, and sexual health will start students on the path to developing a healthy mind and body, which can lead to a better quality of life. Additionally, because Fitness and Wellness: A Way of Life emphasizes behavior modification to develop desired habits, students are armed with the tools they need to make healthy lifestyle changes—for both the present and future: • A web study guide offers 48 video clips and practical learning activities to provide real-life context to the material • Behavior Check sidebars help students integrate health and wellness concepts into their daily lives • Now and Later sidebars encourage students to consider how their actions today will affect them in the future • The Functional Movement Training section shows exercises to strengthen specific muscles and explains their importance for common activities • Infographics, evidence-based tables, and figures illustrate and reinforce key concepts so they are easy to understand The companion web study guide offers students the unique opportunity to engage directly with the content and practice the exercises and strategies presented. Lab activities for each chapter will guide students in completing individual assessments, setting goals, and identifying the pros and cons of modifying their behavior. Video clips of 48 exercises demonstrate proper exercise technique, and additional learning activities and quizzes gauge student comprehension of the content. In addition, students will benefit from learning aids such as key terms, a glossary, and review questions for each chapter. Instructors will benefit from an abundance of online ancillaries: a presentation package plus image bank, test package, chapter quizzes, and an instructor guide that includes chapter summaries, chapter objectives, class outlines, sample answers to the chapter review questions, and suggested class project activities. The primary goal of Fitness and Wellness: A Way of Life is to provide a personal, evidence-based tool to help students embrace living well. They will learn how to make healthy choices and positive behavior changes to lead and sustain healthier, happier, and more productive lives, now and in the future.
Fitness and Wellness (MindTap Course List)
by Werner W. K. Hoeger Sharon A. Hoeger Amber L. Fawson Cherie I. HoegerTake control of your health and life with FITNESS & WELLNESS. Reflecting the latest research and practical guidelines on nutrition, fitness, and disease prevention, the 14th Edition equips you with the tools you need to make positive choices for your health. After assessing your current habits, you can immediately use the book's step-by-step instruction and hands-on activities to start making positive behavior changes in your own life. In addition, engaging photos, illustrations, and descriptive examples in each chapter help you visualize key concepts, while online resources, including behavior modification planning activities, practice tests, online labs, and a behavior change planner, extend your learning beyond the classroom. Empower yourself to make positive changes and improve your health and quality of life with FITNESS & WELLNESS.
Fitness for Life: Middle School
by Charles B. Corbin Guy C. Le Masurier Dolly D. LambdinNIMAC-sourced textbook
Fitness for Life
by Guy C. Le Masurier Charles Corbin Karen McconnellFitness for Life is a comprehensive fitness education program that helps students take responsibility for their own activity, fitness, and health. Through Fitness for Life, students are prepared to be physically active and healthy throughout their adult lives. This evidence-based and standards-based program follows a pedagogically sound scope and sequence to enhance student learning and progress. What's new in the Sixth Edition New to this book are three chapters (Strategies for Active Living, The Science of Active Living, and Lifelong Activity) that will help students transition from being active in school to sustaining the skills and motivation to remain active and fit for their lifetime. These chapters reinforce the Stairway to Lifetime Fitness concept, created by author Chuck Corbin, to serve as a guide for physical education standards nationwide. Some specifics include the following: - The New Physical Activity Pyramid for teens - Photos and art to illustrate concepts and engage students - Video that illustrates self-assessments and exercises - Information about the sciences on which physical education and fitness education are based - Information on scientific analysis of human movement using biomechanical principles - Information on simplified scientific method for use in decision making - Web icons and content - Technology features encouraging application as well as understanding - Science in Action feature that provides in-depth coverage of fitness, health, and wellness innovations - Exercise photos with art illustrating the muscles used - Taking Action feature that applies concepts and principles in physical activity - Planning activities for all activities in the Physical Activity Pyramid In addition, the authors went through an exhaustive process in revising and updating all the chapters to reflect current research and the new national physical education standards and fitness education standards. The entire book has been reorganized and completely rewritten. Award-Winning Text, Evidence-Based Approach The evidence-based Fitness for Life text earned a Texty Award for excellence from the Text and Academic Authors Association. It is based on scientific evidence and meets national and state physical education standards and national health and physical education guidelines. Materials have been field tested and used throughout the United States and the world. This comprehensive, interactive new resource will help students in the following ways: - Meet the national, state, and local grade-level standards and outcomes developed for K-12 physical education by SHAPE America based on the new standards outlined in Healthy People 2020 and published in 2014. - Learn the values and benefits of lifelong physical activity through the HELP philosophy, which specifies the goal of promoting health for everyone with an emphasis on lifetime activity designed to meet personal needs. - Become informed consumers on matters related to lifelong physical activity and fitness. - Learn self-management skills that lead to adopting healthy lifestyles. - Recognize and overcome the barriers to reaching activity and fitness goals. - Use technology to promote healthy living. - Separate fitness facts from fiction. - Take personal responsibility for program planning and setting individualized goals. This best-selling text, written by internationally renowned authors and educators Charles B. Corbin and Guy C. Le Masurier and contributing author and educator Karen McConnell, is suited for use in a general physical education or personal fitness class. It will help students meet national and state physical education standards--not only those focused on health-related fitness and ph
Fitness for Life (4th edition)
by Charles B. Corbin Ruth LindseyThis book will help you decide what kinds of physical activities you need and help you develop a personal fitness plan for getting fit on your own. You will learn about the benefits of being fit.
Fitness for Life (5th Edition)
by Charles B. Corbin Ruth LindseyMotivate students to- become informed consumers in matters related to lifelong physical activity and fitness; learn self-management skills that lead to adopting healthy lifestyles; learn lifelong fitness and physical activity concepts;- take personal responsibility for program planning and setting individualized goals; recognize and overcome the barriers to reaching their activity and fitness goals; use technology to promote healthy living and to separate fact from fiction; and assess personal progress using a variety of tools, including Fitnessgam/Activitygram. Fitness for Life, the original and best-selling middle and high school text for teaching lifelong health and fitness, just got better. Authors Charles B. Corbin and Ruth Lindsey raised the bar several notches for middle and high school fitness texts, retaining the strengths from their previous edition and adding numerous new features and enhancements. So what's new?For starters, Fitness for Life is fully updated with increased emphases on personal responsibility for program planning,individualized goal setting, recognizing and overcoming barriers to regular exercise, and using technology to benefit physical fitness and health rather than detract from it. In addition, this text is supported by a comprehensive new set of support materials, including detailed lesson plans, ready-to-use assessments and teacher resources, worksheets for creating student workbooks, videos, music, graphics packages, a Spanish-translation e-book on CD, and more. We've even added complete Web support through a new site that provides expanded information for students and teachers, allowing more in-depth coverage of topics of the teacher`s choice. Here's an overview of all the new features of Fitness for Life:New Book and Course Structure- New pedagogically sound format including lesson objectives that are consistent with state and national health and fitness goals- Chapter and unit structure consistent with school-year structure New Text Features- Web icons in text to direct students to a variety of quality Internet resources on the Fitness for Life Web site (www.FitnessForLife.org)- New anatomical art designed to teach students the benefits of specific exercises- New content based on input from an experienced editorial board- Physical activity features that are fun and educational-"Taking Charge, " a feature that allows students to help one another learn self-management skills though active discussion-Self-assessments for each chapter-Fitnessgram/activitygram assessments embedded in the self-assessment program-Extensive chapter review materials; Increased Emphasis on Adapting Lifelong Healthy Behavior- A greater focus on teens' taking personal responsibility for their own fitness and physical activity, and showing them how to do so- New instruction on self-management skills that promote active and healthy behavior- A recognition of the barriers to regular exercise and how to overcome those barriers-Guidance on individualized goal setting-Ways to use technology to implement the course and help students improve their levels of fitness New Art and Design--New unit openers, adding more color to an already bright and attractive book-Extensive new art and photos that appeal to teen readers, including new anatomical art designed to teach students the benefits of specific exercises Enhanced Teaching Aids--Fitness for Life Web site features additional content-Web icons in textbook flag content that can be explored in greater depth on the Web site-Highlighted lesson vocabulary with Spanish translations on the Web site-Extensive ancillary materials to facilitate teaching and student learning-Activity cards for exercise circuits and self-assessments-Vocabulary cards to help teach key concepts and terms.
Fitzgerald's Clinical Neuroanatomy And Neuroscience
by Estomih Mtui Gregory Gruener Peter Dockery M. FitzgeraldUtilizing clear text and explanatory artwork to make clinical neuroanatomy and neuroscience as accessible as possible, this newly updated edition expertly integrates clinical neuroanatomy with the clinical application of neuroscience. It's widely regarded as the most richly illustrated book available for guidance through this complex subject, making it an ideal reference for both medical students and those in non-medical courses.
Five Key Concepts in Anthropological Thinking
by Richard J. PerryThis highly readable introduction discusses anthropological theory in a manner accessible to lay readers, yet does not oversimplify the material. Addresses five key concepts--evolution, culture, structure, function, and relativism--rather than individual theorists, and conveys the sense that their theory and associated debates can be interesting despite their complexity. Presents a balanced view of varying theoretical positions to pique readers' interest and avoid confusion. Uses clear, straightforward language, avoiding esoteric jargon. Critiques certain theoretical positions, including 19th-century racist theories and contemporary post-structural and postmodernist approaches. Includes a glossary of key terms that are highlighted throughout. A thought-provoking reference for anyone interested in learning about anthropology.
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew: Large Print
by Margaret SidneyMrs. Pepper and her five lively children Ben, Polly, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie have had many hard times in the Little Brown House since the children's father died. But no matter how tough things get, the Little Peppers always handle their difficulties with great courage and cheer. They have learned to take delight even in the smallest of pleasures because the children are sure that good times are just around the corner. One day, the Peppers meet a wealthy gentleman and his young son who will change their lives forever. Could this finally be the beginning of the good times the Little Peppers have been waiting for?
The Five O'Clock Ghost #4 (The Haunted Library #4)
by Dori Hillestad Butler Aurore DamantKaz and Claire are back for a timely mystery in this adorable series by Edgar Award winner Dori Hillestad Butler! Kaz and Claire are called in for another ghostly mystery, and this ghost is always right on time. When Claire's friend tells the young detectives about his five o'clock ghost, Kaz wonders if it could be his own missing brother, Little John. Kaz and Claire search the house up and down, but they can't find any trace of Little John--or any other ghost. Yet when five o'clock comes along, the strange occurrences come back again...
Fix This Mess! (I Like to Read)
by Tedd ArnoldA funny story about a boy, a robot, and a BIG, BIG mess! This Level D book is perfect for kindergarten readers. From the creator of the widely popular Fly Guy books! "Fix this mess!" Jake tells Robug. But Robug just makes things worse. Robug finally figures out how to fix the mess—but it's not what Jake expected. Tedd Arnold's illustrations of Robug's frantic efforts are laugh-out-loud funny, as Robug tries again and again to fix the mess—stirring up clouds of dust, old pizza boxes, and banana peels, and leaving Jake's cat more and more confused as he bounces from the couch to the top of the television. Fix This Mess! is an International Literacy Association-CBC Children&’s Choice The award-winning I Like to Read® series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors—create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own! Suitable for late kindergarten readers, Level D books feature wider vocabulary, longer sentences, and greater variety in sentence structure than Levels A, B, and C. When Level D is mastered, follow up with Level E.
Fixing the Playground [Approaching Level, Grade 2]
by Jacqui Briggs Jomike TejidoNIMAC-sourced textbook
FL 2nd Grade Social Studies: Who We are as Americans, Student Workbook
by Carole MarshNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Flag
by Katherine Scraper Vicki Rushworth David HaggertyIn this book, get a close look at the colors and design of the American flag.
Flag Football Friends (Kids' Sports Stories)
by Elliott SmithRiley and Jada click in any sport they play. This summer, it's flag football, and they can't wait to play wide receiver and quarterback. But Coach thinks Riley's better at center and splits up the duo, shaking Riley's confidence. It'll take a special play for her to step up and shine.
Flamenco to Mischief: A QUIX Book (A Miss Mallard Mystery)
by Robert QuackenbushWorld-famous duck-tective Miss Mallard tracks down a stolen painting in Spain in this engaging Aladdin QUIX mystery.While on holiday in sunny Spain to attend a flamenco festival, Miss Mallard, the world-famous ducktective, and her nephew Willard Widgeon of the Swiss police become involved with intrigue. A painting by Miss Mallard&’s great friend, El Ducko, Spain&’s wealthiest artist, is stolen. Miss Mallard goes undercover as a flamenco dancer to &“quack&” the case.
Flamingo (Core Course) class 12 - S.C.E.R.T Raipur - Chhattisgarh Board
by Rajya Shaikshik Anusandhan Aur Prashikshan Parishad Raipur C. G.This textbook of English is called 'Flamingo'. It has been published for the students of class XII of humanities/arts/science/commerce streams who have chosen English core or English ‘A’. This textbook is designed for an interesting and innovative journey of learning of English literature and is prescribed in Private as well as in Public schools. This English textbook is in accordance with school’s syllabus and also helps students to prepare for CBSE Boards
Flap Your Wings (Beginner Books(R))
by P. D. EastmanWhen a strange egg appears in their nest, Mr. and Mrs. Bird kindly take it upon themselves to raise the "baby bird" inside. But when the egg hatches, the Birds are in for a big surprise--"Junior" is the oddest-looking baby bird they've ever seen--with big, longjawsfull of teeth and an appetite to match. In fact, he looks more like a babyalligatorthan a baby bird! Nevertheless, the devoted Birds run themselves ragged feeding Junior until he gets so big, he must leave the nest or it will collapse underneath him. But how can Junior fly without wings? To the delight of the Birds--and readers!--the dilemma is solved when Junior takes off from a branch overlooking a pond.
Flappy and Scrappy (I Can Read Level 2)
by Arthur YorinksFlappy and Scrappy are friends - the kind who know just what to say when one feels sad. They′re the kind of friends who will play even when they don′t really want to, just to make the other happy. The kind who never forget a birthday. What kind of friends are they? Best friends.These three easy-to-follow stories about friendship will delight beginning readers everywhere.
Flash and the Butterfly: Independent Reading Purple 8 (Reading Champion #182)
by Jill AtkinsFlash is a young foal who likes to explore. His mother warns him not to go too far away, but when he spots a beautiful butterfly, he has to follow it, no matter where he ends up! Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds or those reading book band 8.
Flash Forward Fairy Tales: Cinderella in the City (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)
by Cari MeisterModern fairy tales for modern kids!Once upon a time, Cinderella longed to go to the ball, marry a prince, and become a princess. But that was then. Flash forward to today....Cinderella wants to to enter an awesome new dance contest more than anything. But she's got a ton of chores, an annoying family, and nothing to wear! Good thing she's also got a Blackberry-wielding fairy godmother! With some new glas slippers and a few slick moves, Cindy may just dance her way into a whole new life and live happily ever after!
Flashfoot Meets Shredzone (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by John Lee Kim GriswellNIMAC-sourced textbook. 720 McTwist. Drew's been struggling to land a 720 McTwist for weeks. No one else can do it—and then a new kid nails it on his first try.