Walking for Fitness

By James L. Hesson, Lon H. Seiger, James Hesson

Book Overview

Each day of our lives we make choices - whether consciously or not - about our health. These choices have a cumulative effect, and over time they will either enhance or detract from our state of well-being. The 6th edition of Walking for Fitness encourages the reader to choose fitness walking and healthy behaviors as a way of achieving optimal fitness and wellness throughout his/her lifetime. Written in a clear, concise, and inviting tone, Walking for Fitness: Is intended for walkers of any age, gender, background, and skill level. Features many new photographs, tables, information boxes, and tips that complement the text and depict proper walking technique Integrates assessments, including the Rockport Fitness Walking Text, to develop, implement, and track a fitness walking program. Includes coverage of the new USDA Dietary Guidelines and MyPlate Food Guide System.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1465209239
• ISBN13: 9781465209238
• Release Date: November 2012
• Publisher: Kendall Hunt Publishing
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.5" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

The ins and outs of walking

This college textbook is a concise but comprehensive guide to starting a walking program. The book highlights everything you should know about walking. The writing flows nicely and is easy to follow. The topics are reinforced by diagrams and photographs in every chapter. The books give a complete overview of how walking can lead to total health and wellness.