Legal Strategies in Childhood Obesity Prevention
Legal Strategies in Childhood Obesity Prevention

Author: Institute of Medicine

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2011-08-08

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 0309210224

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Since 1980, childhood obesity rates have more than tripled in the United States. Recent data show that almost one-third of children over 2 years of age are already overweight or obese. While the prevalence of childhood obesity appears to have plateaued in recent years, the magnitude of the problem remains unsustainably high and represents an enormous public health concern. All options for addressing the childhood obesity epidemic must therefore be explored. In the United States, legal approaches have successfully reduced other threats to public health, such as the lack of passive restraints in automobiles and the use of tobacco. The question then arises of whether laws, regulations, and litigation can likewise be used to change practices and policies that contribute to obesity. On October 21, 2010, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) held a workshop to bring together stakeholders to discuss the current and future legal strategies aimed at combating childhood obesity. Legal Strategies in Childhood Obesity Prevention summarizes the proceedings of that workshop. The report examines the challenges involved in implementing public health initiatives by using legal strategies to elicit change. It also discusses circumstances in which legal strategies are needed and effective. This workshop was created only to explore the boundaries of potential legal approaches to address childhood obesity, and therefore, does not contain recommendations for the use of such approaches.

Law for Fitness Managers and Exercise Professionals
Law for Fitness Managers and Exercise Professionals

Author: Barbara Zabawa

Publisher:

Published: 2020-10-16

Total Pages: 538

ISBN-13:

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PROTECT YOURSELF, YOUR BUSINESS, AND YOUR CLIENTS! This ground-breaking, comprehensive textbook is the "go-to" resource for fitness managers and exercise professionals. Specifically written for a "lay" audience, this textbook is designed to help fitness managers and exercise professionals comply with the law, enhance fitness safety, and advance the exercise profession by describing: WHAT laws do fitness managers and exercise professionals need to know? WHY do fitness managers and exercise professionals need to know the laws? HOW do fitness managers and exercise professionals apply the laws? Learn from over 110 lawsuits that occurred in fitness facilities and programs. CONTENTS: PART I:OVERVIEW OF THE LAW, LEGAL LIABILITY, AND RISK MANAGEMENT Chapter 1:U.S. Law and Legal System Chapter 2:Creating a Safety Culture: Building a Comprehensive Risk Management Plan Chapter 3:Complying with Federal Laws: Honoring Legal Rights Chapter 4 :Negligence and Common Defenses to Negligence PART II:LEGAL LIABILITY EXPOSURES AND RISK MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES Chapter 5:Hiring Credentialed and Competent Personnel Chapter 6:Pre-Activity Health Screening and Fitness Testing Chapter 7:Exercise Prescription and Scope of Practice Chapter 8:Instruction and Supervision Chapter 9:Exercise Equipment Safety Chapter 10:Managing Facility Risks Chapter 11:Emergency Planning and Response SPECIAL FEATURES: Special features designed to enrich learning experiences and outcomes include: Descriptions of 30 "spotlight" legal cases including "lessons learned" from each case and over 80 additional cases Descriptions of effective risk management strategies to help protect fitness managers/exercise professionals and their organizations from legal liability In addition to negligence, liability issues addressing technological applications (e.g., virtual exercise, data privacy and biometric data/wearable technology), working with and/or partnering with the healthcare industry, and discrimination (e.g., disability, sexual harassment) Over 100 key points, tables, figures, and exhibits Numerous sample forms and documents Legal and risk management resources For textbook-related resources and educational courses, go to the publisher''s website: www.fitnesslawacademy.com. WRITTEN FOR: Fitness managers and directors, assistant managers/directors, and program coordinators employed in settings such as: Corporate -- Employer-sponsored Fitness/Wellness College/University -- Campus Recreation, Athletic Strength/Conditioning Commercial, for-profit -- Health Clubs, Resorts, Fitness Studios, Sport Performance Centers Community, non-profit -- YMCA, JCC Government -- Military, Firefighters/Police, City/County Recreation Hospitals/Medical Clinics -- Cardiac Rehab, Hospital-Based Fitness/Wellness Retirement Centers -- 55+ Communities, Independent Living Exercise professionals: Exercise physiologists, clinical exercise physiologists Personal fitness trainers Group exercise leaders Strength and conditioning coaches Fitness/wellness and health coaches Youth fitness instructors Leaders of first responder/military fitness programs Healthcare providers involved with the fitness industry: Physicians Physical therapists Dietitians Athletic trainers Legal and insurance experts involved with the fitness industry

A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement
A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement

Author: Cary D. Rostow

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-03-18

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 1317825195

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While some books about police psychology contain a chapter on the fitness-for-duty question, this is the first comprehensive publication focused exclusively on psychological fitness-for-duty evaluations (FFDEs) for law enforcement personnel. This handbook is ideal for professionals and for coursework designed to prepare individuals for careers as police or municipal officials, psychologists, students, behavioral science specialists, human rights advocates, and attorneys. A helpful glossary makes the book even more useful for students and those who do not have extensive academic or formal training in psychology or public administration. A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement describes in detail the mechanics of setting up a fitness-for-duty methodology and examines the effectiveness of FFDEs in law enforcement. You’ll find clear instructions for developing a FFDE system from the law enforcement executive’s viewpoint (valuable for attorneys, police psychologists, and civil service board members as well), and an extensive bibliography with particular emphasis on laws and cases that provide guidance to psychological and law enforcement professionals. Several appendices provide examples of documentation that can be used in the evaluation process. This book brings you reliable information on: legal precedents, with a review of legal cases (in language appropriate for law enforcement executives and psychologists) the interaction between police culture, psychological assessment, and therapy federal laws that impact FFDEs, including the HIPAA, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family Medical Leave Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act case law and FFDEs, with emphasis on civil rights laws, labor issues, professional ethical dilemmas, and the psychologist as a potential expert witness the proper uses—and the misuses—of the FFDE approach police departmental civil liability and the role that the FFDE plays in addressing legal risks In addition, this book contains a succinct review of psychological testing (psychometrics), and the technicalities of employing a professional psychologist to determine the fitness of commissioned officers. A Handbook for Psychological Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations in Law Enforcement proposes a model law that could be used to improve the utility and effectiveness of FFDEs, and presents a forward-looking discussion of FFDE issues that may become controversial in the near future.

The Body Book
The Body Book

Author: Cameron Diaz

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2013-12-31

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 0062252763

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Cameron Diaz shares her formula for becoming happier, healthier, and stronger in this positive, essential guide grounded in science and inspired by personal experience, now a #1 New York Times bestseller. Throughout her career, Cameron Diaz has been a role model for millions of women. By her own candid admission, though, this fit, glamorous, but down-to-earth star was not always health-conscious. Learning about the inseparable link between nutrition and the body was just one of the life-changing lessons that has fed Cameron’s hunger to educate herself about the best ways to feed, move, and care for her body. In The Body Book, she shares what she has learned and continues to discover about nutrition, exercise, and the mind/body connection. Grounded in science and informed by real life, The Body Book offers a comprehensive overview of the human body and mind, from the cellular level up. From demystifying and debunking the hype around food groups to explaining the value of vitamins and minerals, readers will discover why it’s so important to embrace the instinct of hunger and to satisfy it with whole, nutrient-dense foods. Cameron also explains the essential role of movement, the importance of muscle and bone strength and why we need to sweat a little every day. The Body Book does not set goals to reach in seven days or thirty days or a year. It offers a holistic, long-term approach to making consistent choices and reaching the ultimate goal: a long, strong, happy, healthy life.

Fitness Professional's Handbook
Fitness Professional's Handbook

Author: Barbara A. Bushman

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2024-04-09

Total Pages: 634

ISBN-13: 1718217838

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With a newly restructured framework that strongly emphasizes real-world application, Fitness Professional’s Handbook, Eighth Edition With HKPropel Access, provides current and aspiring fitness professionals the road map for working with clients. The text translates key concepts into practical application by guiding the reader through screening participants, conducting fitness testing, evaluating the major components of fitness, and prescribing appropriate exercise. This eighth edition reflects the most up-to-date research, position stands, guidelines, and standards from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), other professional societies, and government agencies. New case studies reflecting a diverse array of clients offer real-world applications, and Research Insight sidebars cover a wide range of applicable scientific topics. Significant updates, changes, and additions have been made throughout, including these: An updated overview of assessment that provides practical understanding of preparatory steps such as obtaining informed consent, taking steps to maximize client safety, and explaining test results in a way that will be meaningful and relevant A new chapter on how to combine assessment results with a client’s personal goals to create a comprehensive exercise program; readers will learn how to develop the optimal training stimulus and to balance activity level and nutritional requirements to optimize outcomes and safety for clients Expanded content on working with clients who are pregnant, covering the benefits of exercise during and after pregnancy; contraindications and signs that warrant stopping exercise; and new content on pelvic floor training Updated content on chronic diseases, featuring the latest information on cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and cancer Additional new information includes two new muscular fitness tests; a section on pharmacology that covers major drug categories and offers insights into how medications can affect heart rate, blood pressure, and physiological responses to exercise; and coverage of neuromotor fitness. The engaging full-color textbook is further enhanced by 26 related online videos, delivered through HKPropel, facilitating a deeper understanding of techniques in the book and development of practical skills. Comprehensive yet practical in nature, Fitness Professional’s Handbook is designed to prepare students for professional certification and empower current fitness professionals to work with various populations to improve health, fitness, and quality of life through appropriate screening, testing, and exercise prescription. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is not included with this ebook but may be purchased separately.

The S.W.A.T. Workout
The S.W.A.T. Workout

Author: Stewart Smith

Publisher: Hatherleigh Press

Published: 2006-03-01

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9781578262168

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Describes the rigorous physical training tactics employed by America's Special Weapons And Tactics teams, outlining a six-week program of calisthenics, weights, and speed drills as well as a twelve-week program designed to keep physical performance at a top level, in a reference that is complemented by demonstrative photographs and nutrition tips.

The RBG Workout
The RBG Workout

Author: Bryant Johnson

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2017-10-17

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 1328919145

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A fun, fully illustrated exercise book that details Ruth Bader Ginsburg's workout, written by her trainer. Have you ever wondered what keeps Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, one of the Supreme Court’s favorite octogenarians, so sprightly? She owes it in part to the twice-weekly workouts she does with her personal trainer, Bryant Johnson, a man she's called “the most important person” in her life. Now you too can work out with Justice Ginsburg’s trainer in the comfort of your home with The RBG Workout. From planks to squats to (full) push-ups, this simple but challenging workout—illustrated with four-color illustrations of the justice in workout gear—will have you getting fit in no time. With tips from the bench, and sidebars with Bryant’s folksy wisdom on getting fit and staying healthy, this delightful book is a perfect gift for anyone looking to emulate one of America’s most admired women.

Fitness Professional's Handbook
Fitness Professional's Handbook

Author: Edward T. Howley

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2022-06-02

Total Pages: 593

ISBN-13: 1718216424

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Fitness Professional’s Handbook, Seventh Edition With HKPropel Access, provides current and future fitness professionals with the knowledge to screen participants, conduct standardized fitness tests, evaluate the major components of fitness, and prescribe appropriate exercise. The text uses the latest standards, guidelines, and research from authorities in the field to prepare readers for certification and arm them with the knowledge to work with a variety of clients and populations. This full-color text incorporates information from the 10th edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans exercise and physical activity recommendations for adults, older adults, children, and those with special needs. The text embraces the importance of communication between allied health and medical professionals with those in the fitness arena to provide readers with a foundation for prescribing exercise and delivering need- and goal-specific physical activity and fitness programs. Every chapter has been updated, allowing readers to explore the newest theories and research findings and apply them to real-world situations. The following are among the most significant changes to the seventh edition: Related online content delivered via HKPropel that includes an online video library containing 24 video clips to help readers better apply key techniques covered in the book, as well as fillable forms that students can use beyond the classroom A new chapter, “Training for Performance,” helps professionals expand their practice to work with recreational athletes who have performance-related goals New information, including the consequences of exercise-induced muscle damage (rhabdomyolysis), devices used to track physical activity and estimate energy expenditure (e.g., accelerometers), relative flexibility and the role of lumbopelvic rhythm in back function, the importance of progression in an exercise prescription, and the professional standard of care associated with HIIT programs reflects recent topics of interest and research Updated statistics on CVD and CHD from the American Heart Association, adult and childhood obesity, and the prevalence of COPD, asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema ensure accurate representation of data With a comprehensive and practical approach, this text enables readers to help individuals, communities, and groups gain the benefits of regular physical activity in a positive and safe environment. It provides background to the field, scientific fundamentals, and up-to-date recommendations to help readers better understand the role of physical activity in the quality of life and guidelines for screening, testing, supervising, and modifying activity for various populations. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is not included with this ebook but may be purchased separately.