ACSM's resources for the personal trainer

Importance of the field and profession of personal training

Career track for personal trainers

Anatomy and kinesiology

Biomechanical principles of training

Exercise physiology

Nutrition and human performance

Theories of behavior change

Adherence to exercise : helping your client stay active

Eliciting positive perceptions and behaviors : coaching techniques

The initial client consultation

Preparticipation physical activity screening guidelines

Client fitness assessments

Comprehensive program design

Resistance training programs

Cardiorespiratory training programs

Guidelines for designing flexibility programs

Functional movement assessments and exercise programming for apparently healthy participants

Personal training session components

Advanced program options

Special populations

Business basics and planning

Legal issues and responsibilities.