Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- Activity counseling model -- Client-centered motivational strategies -- Principles of client- centered prescription -- Client-centered assessment -- Exercise analysis, design, and demonstration -- Client-centered cardiovascular exercise prescription model -- Client-centered resistance training prescription model -- Client-centered functionally integrated exercise -- Client-centered weight management prescription model -- Causes and prevention of overuse injuries -- Exercise prescription for specific injuries -- Exercise and musculoskeletal conditions in older adults -- Exercise prescription for older adults -- Functional mobility and aging.

John Griffin presents an exercise presciption model that focuses on the unique body types and needs of clients. This revised edition includes case studies, reproducible hand outs, questionnaries and tables to enhance teaching and learning.