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    A Conceptual Model for Dieting and ExercA Conceptual Model for Dieting and Exerc
    An easy-to-understand overview of the problems that can result from an excessive level of thinness or obesity. Topics include dieting and exercise principles, psychology of behavioral change, low calorie diets, fat loss guidelines, blood glucose model and more.


    Sku: WEL0181


    A Health and Wellness Inventory AimingA Health and Wellness Inventory Aiming
    A straightforward review of the most popular approaches to health and wellness and a look at why they are seldom effective. Provides an alternative approach which incorporates the needs of the mind and the body.


    Sku: WEL0067


    A Personal Trainer's Guide to DevelopingA Personal Trainer's Guide to Developing
    Covers client turnover, customer service, effective listening, and much more.


    Sku: WEL0182


    ABCDE'Ss of Cardiac RehabilitationABCDE'Ss of Cardiac Rehabilitation
    Overview of the major risk factors in a sound cardiac rehab program. Includes the role of aspirin, beta-blocker therapy, behavior change, B-vitamin therapy, cholesterol-lowering medications, diets, exercise, estrogen and much more.


    Sku: WEL0160


    ACE's Guide to Exercise and Weight ContrACE's Guide to Exercise and Weight Contr
    Dispels the myths and misconceptions associated with weight control and how they can negatively impact the results that individuals achieve from their weight-control efforts. Specifically addresses the current issues regarding nutrition, exercise, and weight control. Includes the role of strength training, android obesity vs. gynoid obesity, guidelines for safe and effective program design and much more. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise. 45 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0002


    ACE's Guide to Resistance Training forACE's Guide to Resistance Training for
    Offers the essential information that fitness professionals need to provide older adults with safe and effective resistance-training programming. Covers the rationale for having older adults engage in strength-training programs, special considerations when designing programs for older adults, identifying the health/medical benefits of strength training for older adults, guidelines for safe and effective programs and more. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise. 26 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0003


    Adam Fords Swiss Abs -  DVDAdam Fords Swiss Abs - DVD
    Experience incredible results, in just 20 minutes, with our Swiss Ball Abs Phase 1, 2 and 3 training program. Adam Ford, CFT, utilizes a comprehensive and efficient 3-phase progression to condition your entire midsection with functional, integrated movements. Cutting edge core exercises train your abs and back safely through their full range of motion. The unique exercises in Swiss Ball Abs will also improve your balance and flexibility.


    Sku: RDG0003


    Adam Fords Swiss Ball BasicsAdam Fords Swiss Ball Basics
    Look great and feel even better! Reshape your body by activating deep core muscles in your abs and back. With Swiss Ball Basics, you will master the fundamentals of Swiss Ball training, a vital part of any exercise program. Adam Ford, CFT, clearly demonstrates exercises in an easy, follow along format that suits all levels of ability. Swiss Ball Basics will increase your functional strength and flexibility while improving balance and posture.


    Sku: RDG0002


    Addiction Recovery and Physical ActivityAddiction Recovery and Physical Activity
    Explains how a moderate level of daily physical activity can help the body's balance that is so essential for a comfortable and functional recovery. Also shows how the stress avoidance of addiction can be replaced with stress management of physical activity.


    Sku: WEL0068


    Advanced Strength Training (Intensity)Advanced Strength Training (Intensity)
    Maximize strength gain with these scientifically proven training methods!Focusing on techniques rather than specific exercises, the Advanced StrengthTraining Series will help you design more effective strength training workouts,either for yourself or for your athletes or clients.

    High-Intensity Training, the final video in the series, shows you how todesign and safely execute a challenging, high-intensity training program. Thehosts also demonstrate techniques such as breakdowns, slow reps, partials,pre-exhaustion, negatives, and negative accentuated reps. And since individualswho use high-intensity training are especially prone to overtraining, the videodiscusses common symptoms of this problem and how to correct it.

    The series is hosted by Dana Brown and Dan Drury. Brown is the Director of theWomens Exercise Research Center at George Washington University and a formercollegiate gymnast. Drury is an assistant professor of exercise physiology atSlippery Rock University and a certified strength and conditioning specialist.

    These information-rich videos are perfect for anyone who is serious aboutstrength training and wants a more sophisticated approach. Strength andconditioning coaches and trainers can incorporate the advanced techniques intotheir athletes or clients programs. The videos are also a greateducational tool for strength training coaches to share with their athletes.



    Sku: HKP0058


    Advanced Strength Training (Volume)Advanced Strength Training (Volume)
    Maximize strength gain with these scientifically proven training methods!Focusing on techniques rather than specific exercises, the Advanced StrengthTraining Series will help you design more effective strength training workouts,either for yourself or for your athletes or clients.

    The second video, High-Volume Training, explains why and how to usetraditional multiset techniques to optimize strength, muscular endurance, andpower gains. Youll learn how to get maximum payoffs through training systemslike tri-setting, weight stripping, light-to-heavy and heavy-to-light,pyramiding, multipoundage, split routines, and negatives.

    The series is hosted by Dana Brown and Dan Drury. Brown is the Director of theWomens Exercise Research Center at George Washington University and a formercollegiate gymnast. Drury is an assistant professor of exercise physiology atSlippery Rock University and a certified strength and conditioning specialist.

    These information-rich videos are perfect for anyone who is serious aboutstrength training and wants a more sophisticated approach. Strength andconditioning coaches and trainers can incorporate the advanced techniques intotheir athletes or clients programs. The videos are also a greateducational tool for strength training coaches to share with their athletes.



    Sku: HKP0059


    Advanced Strength Training Keys-SuperiorAdvanced Strength Training Keys-Superior
    Maximize strength gain with these scientifically proven training methods!Focusing on techniques rather than specific exercises, the Advanced StrengthTraining Series will help you design more effective strength training workouts,either for yourself or for your athletes or clients.

    The first video in the series, Keys to Superior Strength, shows how toget more out of a strength training program by varying both the elements in anindividual workout and the types of workouts performed during the week. Youlllearn about changing the order of exercises, trying new exercises, controllingrecovery time, and using other training variations that will lead to greater muscle strength, size, and power. The video also demonstrates progressive,scientifically sound exercises for building powerful abdominal muscles.

    The series is hosted by Dana Brown and Dan Drury. Brown is the Director of theWomens Exercise Research Center at George Washington University and a formercollegiate gymnast. Drury is an assistant professor of exercise physiology atSlippery Rock University and a certified strength and conditioning specialist.

    These information-rich videos are perfect for anyone who is serious aboutstrength training and wants a more sophisticated approach. Strength andconditioning coaches and trainers can incorporate the advanced techniques intotheir athletes or clients programs. The videos are also a greateducational tool for strength training coaches to share with their athletes.



    Sku: HKP0060


    Aerobic Dance Exercise Movement ProgressAerobic Dance Exercise Movement Progress
    How to design creative choreography and build seamless combinations for aerobic dance exercise classes.


    Sku: WEL0069


    Aging of America Implications for ExerciAging of America Implications for Exerci
    Examines the impact of the biological changes of aging on an individual's level of functional capacity. Reviews target population descriptions, osteological and cardiorespiratory changes, functional capacity and implications for exercising.


    Sku: WEL0161


    All New Advanced Slide WorkoutAll New Advanced Slide Workout
    The All New Advanced Slide Workout, featuring Heather Day.

    58 minute video: 8 min. warm-up, 46 min. of sliding (first segment: super slide choreography, second segment: sports specific slide training, third segment: total body conditioning), 4 min. cool-down and stretch.

    Sku: CIA0014


    Amazing Step StyleAmazing Step Style
    Rob holds a bachelor degree in Exercise Science and is diretor of group exercise for Crunch Fitness. He has presented in over 300 fitness events in over 28 countries. He is part of the Nautilus Group Presenter Team, and a BOSU Master Trainer.

    Rob will warm you up (8 min.), then will take you through 3 different step workouts (taught with different styles) for 60 minutes. This extra-long step workout ends with a cool down and stretch. (7 min.)

    Sku: CIA0018


    AquaJive AudioAquaJive Audio
    AquaJive audio cassette, Featuring award winning instructor, Karen Andes, 30 minutes of upbeat workout music & poolside instruction.

    Sku: AQJ0018


    Assistive Exercises for Explosive LiftsAssistive Exercises for Explosive Lifts
    Reviews the fundamentals and techniques involved in a number of assistive exercises, including: plyometric sit-ups with medicine balls, knee-ups, leg-ups, box jumps, core exercises with a physio-ball, back extensions, lunge progressions, walking lunges and good morning exercises. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 30 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0004


    Attracting and Motivating  SedentaryAttracting and Motivating Sedentary
    An overview of the inactive population in the US and how to get them regularly involved in activity programs. Includes information on barriers to regular physical activity, program design, client-trainer relationship, behavior change and much more.


    Sku: WEL0183


    Awesome Strength VideosAwesome Strength Videos
    Awesome Strength, featuring Mindy Mylrea, National and World Aerobic Champion.

    60 minute video or DVD: 8 min. warm-up, 42 min. of strength training with choreographed moves using the medicine ball and stability ball. Multiple variations are shown at the same time for different workouts.

    Sku: CIA0028


    Basic Strength Training for WheelchairBasic Strength Training for Wheelchair
    Presents an invaluable overview of why and how the 1.5 million Americans who utilize a wheelchair on a daily basis should participate in a resistance exercise program. Covers the need to deal with the impact of a sedentary lifestyle, the risk of secondary disabilities, health-risk factors, upper-body movement and exercise limitations, traditional exercise modalities, stability issues, systemic/physiological factors, safety considerations and more. Includes exercise demonstrations. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 25 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0005


    Bench Step Choreography Progression MethBench Step Choreography Progression Meth
    Explains the progression method and how it can be incorporated into bench step aerobic exercise classes to enhance student success and body awareness.


    Sku: WEL0071


    Beth Shaw's YogaFit WorkoutBeth Shaw's YogaFit Workout
    Beth Shaws YogaFit Workout takes you step by step through thepopular YogaFit Classic routine, from breathing and warm-up to heat-buildingexercises, deep stretches, cool-down, and relaxation. YogaFit studentsdemonstrate how poses can be modified to meet the needs of beginning andadvanced students and how props such as blocks can be used to strengthen andrelax tight muscle groups.

    During the challenging 43-minute video, youll have the opportunity to try ayoga/fitness routine like youve never experienced beforea routine of threesections or mountains for you to climb. This will be followed by the "essentials" of the YogaFit program. In other words, youll learnthe right way to perform the six basic yoga poses required. The "essentials" have been placed at the end of the video so you dontalways have to fast forward to get to the routine. You can watch the "essentials" section once, and then go back to it only when needed fora refresher. For your convenience, a handy timecard is included with the video so you know exactly where to find what youre looking for!

    "I encourage anyone striving to reach a higher level of fitness to giveYogaFit a try," says Shaw. "Before beginning the program, however,it should be understood that the word workout is used in its literal sense.YogaFit makes you sweatprofusely at times. But when youre finished,youll know youve done something good for your body...and youll alwayswant to come back for more."

    About the Author
    Beth Shaw, president and founder of YogaFit Training Systems Worldwide,Inc., is recognized throughout the United States and Europe as one of theleading experts in fitness today. She also stars in her own exercise video, BethShaws YogaFit Workout.

    Her accomplishments dont stop there. She is also an award-winning producer ofYogaFit TV and has been published in numerous consumer and fitnesspublications including SHAPE, Athletic Business, Fitness, The Yoga Journal,CBI, Fitness Product News, Recreation Resources, IDEA Today, and LAParent.

    With 15 years of experience in fitness training and 11 years of yoga practice,Shaw has received teacher certifications from Yoga White Lotus Foundation,Integrative Yoga Therapy Association, Institute of Psycho-Structural Balancing,and Reebok University. She has also completed coursework in the UCLA FitnessInstructors Certification Program. She also holds a bachelor of science degreein health marketing from Long Island University.

    Shaw founded YogaFit in 1994 and opened her own signature studio in HermosaBeach, California, in 1998. Her studio presently serves more than 2,000 studentsa month. Offering an ACE, AFAA, and IHRSA-approved teacher training andcertification program, thousands of fitness instructors from across the U.S. andEurope have been trained by YogaFit in the last three years.
    When not teaching and lecturing internationally, Shaw enjoys reading and takinglong bike rides along the beach. She resides in Hermosa Beach, California

    Sku: HKP0055


    Boot Camp Plus Cardio KickBoot Camp Plus Cardio Kick
    Boot Camp plus Cardio Kick-It, featuring Terrie Reeves, 4-time National Aerobics Champion.

    90 minute video:
    • workout #1- 8 min. warm-up, 35 min. boot camp training which intervals sports/athletic moves in a tough, fun way.
    • workout #2- 35 min. of the latest kickboxing workout techniques, 12 min. conditioning and stretch

    • Sku: CIA0005


    BUDOKON for BeginnersBUDOKON for Beginners
    Cameron Shayne's Budokon system is a simple yetenergizing and easy to learn. Anyone looking for a high-energy workoutthat also sharpens mental focus and brings a deeper feeling of purpose will findit on their own terms with Budokon. Learn the authentic Japanese and Koreancombination of martial arts, yoga and meditation in this 40 minute DVD. You will experience high intensity, low impact total body cardio plus trainingand yoga. Cameron Shayne has created a workout that will change how youenvision power. This is martial arts at its best!


    Sku: HRS0020


    Building a Successful Personal TrainingBuilding a Successful Personal Training
    Discusses the core values, attitudes and beliefs that should be fundamental to every personal trainer.


    Sku: WEL0184


    Building an Attitude of ExcellenceBuilding an Attitude of Excellence
    Explores the intriguing relationship between attitude and behavior. Includes information on positive attitude, self appreciation, positive self-disclosure, motivation, goal setting, and more.


    Sku: WEL0072


    Cardio Crazy Plus Bonus CoreCardio Crazy Plus Bonus Core
    AVIA Fitness Athlete, BOSU Pro Trainer, 1994 IDEA Intnl Presenter, 1993 recognized as New Jerseys best. Inside Editions Fitness Expert, and official Step Trainer of the New York Jets. Star of CIA 2K01 and 2104 Videos.

    Gay will warm you up (8 min.), move you into three interval segments consisting of step combos, moving strength exercises with tubing and weights, and hi-low combos(47 min.).

    Sku: CIA0022


    Cardio PartiesCardio Parties
    Cardio Parties, featuring Franny Benedetto, Reebok Trainer.

    115 minute video:
    • Workout#1- 10 min. warm-up, 43 min. step, 10 min. cool-down, abs, and stretch
    • Workout#2- 9 min. warm-up, 42 min. hi/lo, 1 min. cool-down

    • Sku: CIA0012


    Circuit Resistance Training for PersonsCircuit Resistance Training for Persons
    Reviews how resistance training can be employed to enhance the lifestyle of individuals with spinal cord injuries. Features a series of resistance exercises that can be performed in circuit fashion and combined with low-resistance arm ergometry exercises to collectively minimize the demands placed on the users shoulders. Specific topics include: the challenges facing individuals with spinal cord injuries, injury-related deficits, function-limiting adaptations, secondary disabilities suffered by individuals with spinal cord injuries, circuit resistance training and more. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 25 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0006


    Clinical Exercise Physiology UnderstandClinical Exercise Physiology Understand
    Easy-to-understand overview of the basic concepts in clinical exercise physiology. Covers maximal oxygen uptake, metabolic equivalents (mets), anaerobic threshold, acute cardiorespiratory response to exercise, and much more.


    Sku: WEL0073


    Communication to Enhance ParticipationCommunication to Enhance Participation
    Reviews different communication styles, and show how personal trainers can recognize and "tweak" their style. Includes information on verbal and non-verbal communication, feedback, process and outcome based clients, and more.


    Sku: WEL0074


    Complete Water Workout VideoComplete Water Workout Video
    Featuring Juliana Larson, author of Water Dance, 1 hour video featuring 60 different exercises and the latest techniques in both shallow and deep, water, Beginners through advanced.

    Sku: AQJ0015


    Concepts of LeadershipConcepts of Leadership
    Examines leadership in the context of team management, decentralized decision making, and flatter organizational structures. Defines the differences between leadership and management, explains how to develop leadership potential and much more.


    Sku: WEL0075


    Conducting YMCA Fitness Testing andConducting YMCA Fitness Testing and
    Provides visual demonstrations of the procedures of the YMCA physical fitness test battery. Covers pre-test procedures, height & weight, resting heart rate, blood pressure, skinfold, cycle ergometer, flexibility, bench press, ab crunch, and step tests.


    Sku: WEL0076


    Core Concepts in Negligence and LegalCore Concepts in Negligence and Legal
    Explains what constitutes negligence and explores how negligence and legal liability are established through the courts. Also covers defenses against negligence and much more.


    Sku: WEL0077


    Core Concepts in Risk ManagementCore Concepts in Risk Management
    Focuses on fundamental elements of what constitutes negligence and provides advice and guidelines. Also covers developing a risk audit, emergency action plans and more.


    Sku: WEL0078


    CSI-Creative Step Illusion & Cardio MoveCSI-Creative Step Illusion & Cardio Move
    Arth-Tavia has been a fitness professional for 18 years and is an East Coast aerobics phenomenon. He is the first Fresh Face Aerobics Winner. Well known for his animated cutting-edge style.

    Workout One: (CSI) Warm-up (7 min.), followed by Creative Step Illusion moves and choreography that give the illusion of being easy, but youre really working hard! (35 min.). Fun and funky cool-down (6 min.)

    Workout Two: (Cardio Moves) Warm-up (7 min.), followed by Hi-Low moves that get you right into your target heart-rate zone for a super cardio workout (35 min.).

    Sku: CIA0026


    Cycle ReebokCycle Reebok
    Robert Sherman is president and owner of F.I.T., Inc., a corporation focusing on yoga, personal and athletic training. Robert is a program developer and a Master Trainer for Reebok International, Ltd.

    Foundations: A 45 min ride for everyone. This is the cornerstone to understanding how to create Cycle Reebok workouts that are suitable for all fitness levels.

    Interval Training: Also taught in a class format, a second 45 min. Interval Training ride focuses on advanced cycling techniques.

    Sku: CIA0027


    Cycle Reebok Foundation Training Part 1Cycle Reebok Foundation Training Part 1
    Part one of a two-part video series that demonstrates how to create safe and effective studio cycling workouts for riders at all levels. Presents the physiology, biomechanics, sports psychology and motivational guidelines and methods of Cycle Reebok.


    Sku: WEL0079


    Cycle Reebok Foundation Training Part 2Cycle Reebok Foundation Training Part 2
    Part two of a two-part video series, this video features a review of the seven foundation riding techniques, a discussion of how to prevent common injuries, and a summary of the leadership skills necessary for cycling instructors.


    Sku: WEL0080


    Cycle Reebok Interval TrainingCycle Reebok Interval Training
    Explains the four key elements of a balanced and maximally effective cycling program. Provides fitness instructors with an overview of the scientific basis for interval training. Also offers new details and techniques to aid in incorporating these ideas into cycling classes.


    Sku: WEL0081


    Cycle Reebok Performance PlusCycle Reebok Performance Plus
    Shows instructors how to put progression and periodization into a dynamic cycle fitness program. Features a demonstration of a system that will instructors to individualize workouts to three ability levels.


    Sku: WEL0082


    Decreasing Risk of Eating DisordersDecreasing Risk of Eating Disorders
    Explains how to educate athletes of all ages about what constitutes sound weight management practices. Covers risks, feedback, cultural bias concerning body weight, treatment, causes, detection and more.


    Sku: WEL0083


    Dehydration Heat Injuries and SportsDehydration Heat Injuries and Sports
    Examines the temperature-related complications of exercise and the role of adequate hydration in preventing heat injuries. Covers before, during, and after exercise fluid replacement.


    Sku: WEL0084


    Developing a Great StaffDeveloping a Great Staff
    Explains the key elements of developing highly competent employees in a fitness/wellness environment. Offers advice on goal and expectation setting, educational resource support, performance evaluations and much more.


    Sku: WEL0185


    Developing a Home Based FlexibilityDeveloping a Home Based Flexibility
    Covers factors to consider when developing a stretching program for older adults, flexibility needs, effects of flexibility on the aging process, exercise prescription, demonstrations with modifications for older adults.


    Sku: WEL0186


    Developing a Home Based Muscular FitnessDeveloping a Home Based Muscular Fitness
    How to design a safe, effective resistance training program for home use by older adults. Covers benefits, effects on the aging process, exercise prescription, and demonstrations.


    Sku: WEL0187


    Developing a Pre Natal and Post NatalDeveloping a Pre Natal and Post Natal
    Maternal exercise guidelines designed to enable women to safely include exercise in their pre- and postnatal health care. Covers physiological changes, benefits, ACOG guidelines, contraindications, exercise prescription and more.


    Sku: WEL0085


    Developing a Safe Pre Natal and PostDeveloping a Safe Pre Natal and Post
    Reviews the contraindications to exercise and discusses which exercises should be included and excluded in a sound pre/post natal exercise program.


    Sku: WEL0086


    Developing a Stretching Program forDeveloping a Stretching Program for
    Reviews the elements of a safe and sound stretching program for older adults. Discusses the ACSM stretching exercise prescription guidelines, medical conditions, psychology of aging, benefits of stretching, instructor communication and leadership, and demonstrations.


    Sku: WEL0087


    Developing Advanced Choreography forDeveloping Advanced Choreography for
    Explains how to create innovative choreography for funk dance, kickboxing, martial arts, boot camp, and other specialty group exercise classes.


    Sku: WEL0088


    Developing an Equipment Replacement FundDeveloping an Equipment Replacement Fund
    Shows administrators how to apply financial principles to maintain and expand their equipment inventory in a systematic and organized way. Covers depreciation, replacement costs, formulas, maintenance, acquisition costs and more.


    Sku: WEL0089


    Developing Distance and Interval TraininDeveloping Distance and Interval Trainin
    Step-by-step overview of how to develop and implement two proven methods for fitness walking. Covers benefits of fitness walking, scientific foundation, structure and components, various methods and approaches and much more.


    Sku: WEL0090


    Developing Exercise Programs forDeveloping Exercise Programs for
    Field-tested model for getting the physically inactive to engage in meaningful exercise. Covers needs and motivations, model program, fundamentals and basics, program design and more.

    Sku: WEL0091


    Developing Fitness Walking ProgramsDeveloping Fitness Walking Programs
    Step-by-step instructions for developing various types of walking programs. Explains benefits, program design, components, techniques, special population considerations, promotion, marketing and more.


    Sku: WEL0188


    Developing Hospital CollaborationsDeveloping Hospital Collaborations
    Explains how to develop a profitable relationship with the medical industry. Special emphasis is placed on walking program design and integration with medical programs.


    Sku: WEL0189


    Developing Quality Programs for ChildrenDeveloping Quality Programs for Children
    Explains the financial benefits of sound health/fitness programming for children. Answers why to develop programs for children, choosing programs, pricing, marketing, samples and more.

    Sku: WEL0092


    Do It Right: Exercise EvaluationDo It Right: Exercise Evaluation
    Teaches personal trainers the process of evaluating different exercises for different clients. Focuses on technique rather than a list of do's and don'ts.

    Sku: WEL0093


    Doing More with Less Making YourDoing More with Less Making Your
    Outlines and explains the three requirements and seven opportunities common to all successful organizations, and shows how they can successfully be applied by recreational sports administrators. Covers myths about not-for-profit organizations, market positioning, innovation & collaboration, and more.

    Sku: WEL0094


    Dollars and Sense of Selling CampusDollars and Sense of Selling Campus
    Shows campus recreation administrators how to successfully market and sell their programs & services.


    Sku: WEL0162


    Dollars and Sense of Selling FitnessDollars and Sense of Selling Fitness
    How health/fitness professionals can successfully market their services, products, and programs to potential clients. Explains closing techniques, prospecting, communication, addressing objections, and more.


    Sku: WEL0199


    Dose Response Issue in Exercise PrescripDose Response Issue in Exercise Prescrip
    Edited videotape of keynote presentation at 1999 ACSM Health & Fitness Summit. Reviews guidelines by the CDC, NIH and ACSM for exercise recommendations. Covers intensity, type, duration, accumulation, and more.


    Sku: WEL0163


    Drills for Speed Agility and QuicknessDrills for Speed Agility and Quickness
    Drills for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is the perfect companion to Trainingfor Speed, Agility, and Quickness. Using multiple camera angles and slowmotion, this video shows exactly how to execute complex drills from the book.

    The video demonstrates 30 drills gathered from the top minds in sport trainingto improve speed, agility, and quickness. Expert strength and conditioningcoaches walk you through the drills and explain how you can integrate them intoan individual or group sport training program.
    drills have a practical application to a wide variety of sportsforexample, improvement on stealing bases in baseball. Athletes in football,basketball, soccer, track and field, and tennis will also see direct performanceresults.

    Drills for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is an important tool for everyperformance-minded athlete, as well as strength and conditioning coaches,fitness professionals, and serious recreational athletes who want to getresults.

    NOTE: This is not an official video from SAQ INTERNATIONAL. Fordetails of videos including SAQ Soccer, and SAQ Rugby andofficial SAQ Resources visit www.saqinternational.com



    Sku: HKP0061


    Dumbbell Exercise TechniquesDumbbell Exercise Techniques
    Upper- and lower-body strength training exercises using dumbbells. Covers the importance of dumbbell exercises in a strength and conditioning program, special considerations, how to warm up, how to correctly perform and spot dumbbell exercises, progressions for mastering difficult dumbbell exercises and more. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 38 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0007


    Eating Your Way to Better HealthEating Your Way to Better Health
    Explains how individuals can make healthy eating habits. Covers planning, selection, control and temptation, the food guide pyramid, understanding food labels.

    Sku: WEL0095


    Emergency Readiness for Health Fitness FEmergency Readiness for Health Fitness F
    Covers risks of serious emergencies in exercising adults, standards of care and professional guidelines, personal injury case law, steps to organize, prepare, and maintain readiness and more.


    Sku: WEL0050


    Environmental Influences on Physical ActEnvironmental Influences on Physical Act
    Explains current thinking about how our environment influences physical activity. Includes possible influences, summary of research, model to guide interventions, examples of environments that facilitate physical activity and more.

    Sku: WEL0096


    Ergogenic Aids Top 15 Ergogenic AidErgogenic Aids Top 15 Ergogenic Aid
    Easy-to-understand discussion of the top 15 ergogenic aids. Examines properties of supplements, theory of how they work, whether they work, safety and legal considerations, and recommendations regarding their use.


    Sku: WEL0097


    Exercise and  Menstrual CycleExercise and Menstrual Cycle
    The basic endocrinology of the female menstrual cycle and the hormonal changes that can occur with strenuous exercise training. Also addresses physiological and psychological consequences of exercise, amenorrhea, menstrual disturbances, and more.


    Sku: WEL0099


    Exercise and AgingExercise and Aging
    Discusses aging and life expectancy trends, physically inactive groups, physiological parameters that decrease with age, coronary risk factors and aging, health benefits for older adults, special considerations and much more.


    Sku: WEL0190


    Exercise and DiabetesExercise and Diabetes
    Explains how diabetes can be positively affected through exercise. Also provides exercise prescription guidelines, blood glucose control, risks, and more.


    Sku: WEL0098


    Exercise and Diabetes A Carefully ConsidExercise and Diabetes A Carefully Consid
    A basic overview of the pathophysiology of diabetes, and how exercise can help diabetics control their condition and reduce their risk of lie-threatening complications.


    Sku: WEL0191


    Exercise and Weight Control: Myths andExercise and Weight Control: Myths and
    Covers the causes and consequences of obesity, body composition assessment, advantages of exercise therapy, role of resistance training in weight control, spot reducing, ineffective gadgets and gimmicks and more.


    Sku: WEL0100


    Exercise Behavior Change from Inside OutExercise Behavior Change from Inside Out
    Explains how physically inactive people are more likely to become regular exercisers by focusing on specific intrinsic factors.


    Sku: WEL0101


    Exercise Behavior Change Programs forExercise Behavior Change Programs for
    Provides a comprehensive overview of the core principle (one-to-one) of developing and implementing effective behavior change programs for sedentary and physically inactive individuals.


    Sku: WEL0102


    Explosive LiftsExplosive Lifts
    How to teach the basics of the explosive lifts. Features hands-on instruction to help show and explain the techniques involved in the Romanian dead lift, the squat and its progressions and variations, the Olympic-style pull, power snatch and power clean. Includes the proper grip, body mechanics, and exercise techniques for each lift. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0033


    Fat Burning Exercise: Strategies to BurnFat Burning Exercise: Strategies to Burn
    Review of caloric equivalents, myths and misconceptions concerning fat burning theory, strategies to increase caloric expenditure, exercise duration, resistance training and more.


    Sku: WEL0103


    Female Athlete TriadFemale Athlete Triad
    Describes the clinical and psychological basis for the female athlete triad (disordered eating, amenorhea, and osteoporosis). Up to date information on warning sings, symptoms, and treatment.


    Sku: WEL0164


    Fibromyalgia Exercise ConnectionFibromyalgia Exercise Connection
    Introduction to fibromyalgia, techniques for a healthier life, phases of fibromyalgia, fitness level determination, pain and muscle soreness, chair exercises and more.


    Sku: WEL0105


    Fibromyalgia Pain for  Present HopeFibromyalgia Pain for Present Hope
    A thoughtful analysis of what the future holds for victims of fibromyalgia. Covers causes, symptoms, treatments, and the future.


    Sku: WEL0104


    Fibromyalgia What Trainers Need to KnowFibromyalgia What Trainers Need to Know
    Explains the positive role that exercise can play in treating this condition. Covers medical history, psychological preparation, phases and exercise prescription, pain and muscle soreness and more.


    Sku: WEL0106


    Fibromyalgia What Trainers Need to KnowFibromyalgia What Trainers Need to Know
    Detailed overview of the different phases of firbomylagia and the factors to be considered when prescribing exercise. User-friendly explanations also cover fitness levels, contraindications, injury prevention, and exercise recommendations.


    Sku: WEL0107


    Fit and Stressed A Survival GuideFit and Stressed A Survival Guide
    How to maintain mental and physical health while helping others to do the same. Covers emotional and physical concerns, mind-body demands, stress, immune and reproductive systems, and much more.


    Sku: WEL0108


    Fit Over Fifty 30 Minute Assisted StretFit Over Fifty 30 Minute Assisted Stret
    Terrific workout for increasing range of motion and overall flexibility for time-strapped individuals aged 50+.


    Sku: WEL0051


    Fit Over Fifty Balance WorkoutFit Over Fifty Balance Workout
    Designed to enhance muscle memory for better posture, alignment, stability, and control.


    Sku: WEL0052


    Fit Over Fifty Bottom Line WorkoutFit Over Fifty Bottom Line Workout
    Muscle conditioning workout that focuses on lower body. Addresses core muscles that enhance control and stability.


    Sku: WEL0057


    Fit Over Fifty Lite & Easy Aerobic WorkFit Over Fifty Lite & Easy Aerobic Work
    Low impact, dance-oriented movement that is perfect for individuals of all ages.


    Sku: WEL0053


    Fit Over Fifty Muscle Conditioning WorkFit Over Fifty Muscle Conditioning Work
    Total body conditioning with strength training exercises for every major muscle group. Ideal for building bone density for those at risk for osteoporosis.


    Sku: WEL0054


    Fit Over Fifty Stability Ball WorkoutFit Over Fifty Stability Ball Workout
    Challenging and effective movement workout designed to help strengthen primary and stabilizer muscles.


    Sku: WEL0055


    Fit Over Fifty Step WorkoutFit Over Fifty Step Workout
    Offers 30 minutes of fun step combinations that keep you moving and help you burn lots of calories. Recommended 3 to 5 times per week.


    Sku: WEL0056


    Fit Over Fifty Total Body StretchFit Over Fifty Total Body Stretch
    A proven workout for enhancing flexibility and increasing range of motion. Also promotes stress reduction and relaxation.


    Sku: WEL0058


    Fitness Testing for Fire FightersFitness Testing for Fire Fighters
    Discuses the physical abilities that fire fighters should possess to meet their unique challenges. Covers legal factors for health/fitness professionals, key issues concerning fire fighters, physical ability tests vs health-related fitness testing, "to norm" or not "to norm", sample physical ability tests, and more.


    Sku: WEL0059


    Flexibility and  Science of StretchinFlexibility and Science of Stretchin
    Shows health/fitness professionals the various factors that limit and enhance flexibility, the basic elements of a good stretching program, how to apply physiological and biomechanical principles of flexibility, and more.


    Sku: WEL0109


    Flexibility for Sport and FitnessFlexibility for Sport and Fitness
    Like Teaching Flexibility, this video covers flexibility assessment,basic principles of stretching, and the HK Stretch Routine-but the content isgeared to the athlete or client rather than the fitness professional, trainer,or coach.

    Athletes and active people often ignore flexibility in their workouts. This newvideo shows you how to assess and increase your flexibility so youll look,feel, and perform better, no matter what your sports and fitness goals.

    First the video explains the physiology of stretching. Then youll learn 13simple tests to check your own range of motion for all major joints. Finally,youll learn the HK Stretch Routine for each major muscle group-14 stretchesproven to increase and maintain maximum flexibility.

    Part I covers the benefits of stretching, including: increasing range of motion, improving physical performance through increased flexibility, balancing strength with flexibility, and reducing chance of injury.

    You'll also learn factors that affect flexibility, including: age, gender, joint laxity, muscle balance, type of sport or activity, and, most important, stretching.

    Part I also takes a fascinating look at the physiology of stretching. Youlllearn what happens to your muscles and tissues when you stretch. And, you'll learn how to use this knowledge to develop your own flexibility program.

    Part II youll learn 13 tests for checking your range of motion for allmajor joints-neck, shoulders, back, hips, knee, and ankles. For the first time,YOU can assess your own flexibility! The video explains when and how to conducteach test and shows you the normal range of motion for each joint. These tips include: how to position yourself, how to adjust for your individual needs, how to pinpoint your areas of stiffness, and differences in range of motion between men and women.

    Part III reviews the principles of stretching before introducing you to the HKStretch Routine-14 stretches proven to increase flexibility for each musclegroup. These principles include: when and how often to stretch, how far to stretch, how many reps yield top results, how to individualize a stretching program, and what conditions prohibit a program of stretching.

    Next the video demonstrates the HK Stretch Routine. For each stretch youll learn: its intended benefit, what the stretch does for each muscle group, proper breathing and mechanics, and how long to hold each position.

    Flexibility for Sport and Fitness
    is a handy insert thatillustrates the 13 range of motion tests and 14 flexibility exercisesdemonstrated in the video.

    Trainers and coaches can show the video to classes or teams in a group setting,and individuals can watch the video at home. Viewers will learn how to assesstheir own flexibility and theyll see demonstrations of all the stretches inthe HK Stretch Routine.

    Sku: HKP0056


    Forming a Medical Advisory CommitteeForming a Medical Advisory Committee
    Explains how a health/fitness organization can establish and advisory committee to deal with medically related issues. Covers appropriate roles, where to find members, recommendation developments, sample recommendations and more.


    Sku: WEL0110


    Functional Core Training for BaseballFunctional Core Training for Baseball
    A comprehensive package of exercises designed to mimic the explosive, rotational movements involved in baseball. Covers exercises for developing a total athlete on the baseball diamond. Uses medicine balls, wobble boards, stability balls, and free weights to explain and illustrate an extensive array of exercises designed to improve balance, agility and power in baseball-related movements. Ideal for developing agile baserunners, explosive hitters, and powerful pitchers. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 100 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0009


    Functional Shoulder Training for AthleteFunctional Shoulder Training for Athlete
    A detailed package of exercises designed to integrate the shoulder into the rest of the bodys kinetic chain. Shows the viewer how to build a kinetic chain with no weak links by using medicine balls, wobble boards, stability balls, and free weights. Perfect for individuals who play racquet sports, swimmers, and any other overhead athletes. Covers scapular stabilization exercises, training the decelerators, integrating the rotator cuff into the rest of the body, explosive rotation of the upper body and shoulder in multiple directions and planes and much more. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 62 minute video.


    Sku: WEL0010


    Games As Aerobics Approach to PhysicalGames As Aerobics Approach to Physical
    An approach to exercise that stresses fun, pleasure, and repeated success. Provides innovative ideas for individual and partner stationary activities, individual and partner continuous movement activities, group activities, recreational games, relays and more.


    Sku: WEL0165


    Greatest Step WorkoutGreatest Step Workout
    Perfect Body Conditioning, featuring Gay Gasper, Avia Fitness Athlete.

    90 minute video: 10 min. warm-up, 45 min. step, 5 min. cool-down, 30 min. strength with spri, weights, and body bar.

    Sku: CIA0001


    Handling Difficult ClientsHandling Difficult Clients
    Provides a detailed overview of the types of clients who are difficult to handle, how to treat them, and how to terminate a client relationship.


    Sku: WEL0111


    Healthy Ways to Deal with StressHealthy Ways to Deal with Stress
    A detailed overview of the physiological processes mediating the stress response. Also covers psychological perception, hormones, neurotransmitters, cytokines, coping strategies, exercise and more.


    Sku: WEL0112


    Hi-Lo To The Max Plus Athletic JamHi-Lo To The Max Plus Athletic Jam
    Donna Read is an International Presenter, a Nike Athlete, a 3 star IDEA presenter, Executive Producer and star of her own all new video series, Master Trainer for Resist-A-Ball, a kids TV show choreographer, and fitness expert for several TV shows.

    Donna will start with a warm-up (8 min.) that prepares you for new hi/low choreography and moves intervaled with athletic/sports moves (50 min.). She finishes with a cool-down, core abdominal training and stretch (17 min.).

    Sku: CIA0021


    How To Be Your Own HeroHow To Be Your Own Hero
    Keynote address to the 1999 ACSM Fitness Summit. Covers overcoming challenges, taking advantage of opportunities for success, job perspective, moving out of comfort zones, and adhering to 9 top career tips.


    Sku: WEL0113


    How to Develop a Hospital Based FitnessHow to Develop a Hospital Based Fitness
    Examines the components of a successful hospital-based fitness center, target markets and market strategy, integration models of health care and health club organizations and more.


    Sku: WEL0114


    How to Get Quality Results with SubmaximHow to Get Quality Results with Submaxim
    In-depth information on the ways that health/fitness professionals can perform this test to emphasize maximal useful information, technical precision, and elimination of error factors.


    Sku: WEL0060


    How to Make a Good Professional PresenteHow to Make a Good Professional Presente
    Explains how health/fitness professionals can enhance their level of credibility by learning to communicate with focus and clarity.


    Sku: WEL0115


    How to Teach a Safe and Effective GroupHow to Teach a Safe and Effective Group
    Reviews guidelines for selecting choreography, music, cuing and more. Also discusses professionalism, ACSM guidelines, overexertion, posture, and body alignment.


    Sku: WEL0192


    I Never Learned Anything by TalkingI Never Learned Anything by Talking
    An in-depth exploration of the importance and dynamics of listening effectively. Covers how to resist distractions, adapt an attitude of listening, questioning skills, mental argumentation, concentration and more.


    Sku: WEL0116


    Impact of Stress Exercise and LifestyleImpact of Stress Exercise and Lifestyle
    Reviews the components of the immune system and their functions. Demonstrates how stress, exercise, and lifestyle affect the immune system. Also explains long-term health consequences.


    Sku: WEL0166


    Improving Flexibility and Strength withImproving Flexibility and Strength with
    Provides a detailed overview of the basic principles, concepts, and techniques involved in proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF). In an easy-to-understand manner, the video explains and shows how PNF can be effectively employed to develop both flexibility and strength. Topics include: stretch reflex, autogenic and reciprocal inhibition, muscle action (concentric, eccentric, isometric), PNF stretching and strengthening techniques, as well as rhythmic initiation and stabilization. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 20 minutes.


    Sku: WEL0013


    Improving Flexibility with Self GuidedImproving Flexibility with Self Guided
    Features hands-on demonstrations to illustrate effective stretching for both the upper and lower extremities. Includes static stretching, active (dynamic) stretching, considerations for effective stretching, as well as specific stretching exercises for the neck, shoulders and chest, posterior arm, back, hips, torso, thighs and groin, and the calf. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0014


    Injury Prevention Strategies for theInjury Prevention Strategies for the
    Offers an easy-to-understand review of the primary musculoskeletal problem areas. Demonstrates a series of exercises and stretches for treatment and prevention of associated injuries.


    Sku: WEL0117


    Instructing Muscular Conditioning ClasseInstructing Muscular Conditioning Classe
    How to select and employ innovative exercises into group fitness classes to enhance an individual's level of muscular fitness.


    Sku: WEL0118


    Internalizing Healthy Motivation BetterInternalizing Healthy Motivation Better
    Explains the factors that motivate and demotivate individuals to engage in exercise on a regular basis.


    Sku: WEL0119


    Jumping Into PlyometricsJumping Into Plyometrics
    The Jumping Into Plyometrics Video shows your athletes how to perform21 core exercises found in the book Jumping Into Plyometrics. Using slowmotion, freeze frames, and graphics, the video demonstrates, in detail, how eachexercise is executed.

    Like the book, the Jumping Into Plyometrics Video features sevencategories of exercises that will improve your athletes speed, quickness, andjumping ability while giving them greater coordination, body control, andbalance. The categories include: jumps-in-place, standing jumps, multiple jumps, box drills, depth jumps, bounding, and medicine ball exercises.

    The video demonstrates exercises of low, moderate, and high intensity for eachcategory and explains techniques for adjusting the intensity levels to make theexercises appropriate for any caliber of athlete.

    Sport-specific applications and objectives are provided for each exercise so youcan use plyometrics for training regimens in a wide variety of sports.Accompanying the video is a guide that describes practical tests for assessingathletes skill levels and a reproducible chart for monitoring progress.



    Sku: HKP0062


    Keeping Your Athletes Healthy: IdentifyiKeeping Your Athletes Healthy: Identifyi
    Explains why addressing imbalances involving tight and weak muscles will enable an athlete to train harder with less chance of injury. Shows how to dynamically assess balance and screen for potential knee injuries, how to assess the lower abdominals and how tight hip flexors will cause weakness of this region, how to assess the spine for rotational strength and how weakness will affect the shoulder of the overhead athlete. Also how to assess hip rotational strength and flexibility and how this contributes to lateral speed. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0015


    Keeping Your Athletes Healthy: IdentifyiKeeping Your Athletes Healthy: Identifyi
    Explains why addressing imbalances involving tight and weak muscles will enable an athlete to train harder with less chance of injury. Shows how to screen and evaluate athletes for muscle imbalances before they begin a strength training program, as well as the most common muscle imbalances, how latissimus tightness affects the overhead athlete, how a rounded back affects the shoulder function of a pitcher, how posture affects the strength of the rotator cuff muscles and why some athletes are more prone to tendontious than others, and how to change workouts based on the athletes posture and sport. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0016


    Kick ItKick It
    Kick It, featuring Janet Saffell, host of ESPN's "Crunch Fitness", and host of Fit TV's "Reebok Versa Training".

    93 minute video: 8:15 min. Kick-it warm-up, 29 min. Kick-it drill, 36 min. Kick-it choreography, 30 min. Kick-it sculpting, 6 min. Tai Chi Stretch.

    Sku: CIA0017


    KICKbox Fitness: Volume 1 ProgramKICKbox Fitness: Volume 1 Program
    The conceptual basics of Kickboxing fitness. This video offers detailed information on the "hows" and "whys" of a challenging, safe, and effective kickboxing workout.


    Sku: WEL0121


    KICKbox Fitness: Volume 2 Basic RhythmicKICKbox Fitness: Volume 2 Basic Rhythmic
    An explanation of how to teach (and learn) punching and kicking techniques, and how to incorporate these techniques into an aerobically demanding exercise class. Explains the jab, cross, and hook punches, fighting stances, beginner, intermediate and advanced techniques.


    Sku: WEL0193


    KICKbox Fitness: Volume 3 Basic Bag WorkKICKbox Fitness: Volume 3 Basic Bag Work
    Beginner, intermediate and advanced level bag work techniques for kick boxing. Covers proper techniques for striking and kicking, punching and kicking combinations, low, medium and high intensity workouts, long and close range techniques and more.


    Sku: WEL0194


    Kickbox Fitness: Volume 4 Home WorkoutKickbox Fitness: Volume 4 Home Workout
    Basic kick-boxing techniques, rhythmic combinations, heavy-bag combinations, muscle conditioning exercises, stretching, cool-down and more.


    Sku: WEL0120


    Kickbox JamKickbox Jam
    Kickbox Jam, featuring Sherri Jackqlyn.

    90 minute video: 16 min. warm-up, 21 min. of Kickbox Jam drills, 30 min. of Kickbox Jam choreography, 20 min. Kickbox Jam conditioning using tubing and body bar, ending with a stretch.

    Sku: CIA0010


    KickButt CombatKickButt Combat
    KickButt Combat, featuring Keli Roberts, trainer to the stars.

    90 minute video: 10 min. warm-up, 30 min Kickbutt Cardio Combat , 30 min. specific conditioning, 20 min. stretch.

    Sku: CIA0016


    Kicked Up StepKicked Up Step
    Kicked Up Step, featuring Becky Chamberlain.

    75 minute video: 10 min. warm-up, 42 min. of Kicked-Up Step (super step choreography that is mixed with punches and kicks), 22 min. of conditioning with tubing, abs and stretch.

    Sku: CIA0011


    Kids Bound Urban Rebounder SeriesKids Bound Urban Rebounder Series
    KIDS BOUND is the kids version of the URBAN REBOUNDING PROGRAM. There are 4 Kids Bound Videos or DVDs. The kids are exercising and having FUN and their feet barely leave the mat. They don't bounce high, they bounce strong, limiting their propulsion, pushing down with their feet rather than jumping up.

    • First Timers In first-timers, the kids are taught how to set-up the Urban Rebounder and are given helpful hints before they begin to urban rebound. The kids are also introduced to some core moves.
    • Basic Basic kids bound is a twenty minute workout in which the kids are taught four core moves and forty-five degree turns.
    • Intermediate Intermediate kids bound is a twenty minute workout in which the kids learn five core moves and quarter degree turns.
    • Advanced Advanced kids bound is a twenty minute workout in which the kids learn six core moves and full directional changes.



    Sku: URB0002


    Kids' Fitness WorkoutKids' Fitness Workout
    Functional fundamental fitness training for kids. Focuses on strength, power, agility, reaction time, acceleration and deceleration. Features creative and unique ways to develop these qualities in children of all ages and fitness levelsathletes and non-athletes alike. Covers safety considerations, dynamic warm-up, dynamic stretches, medicine ball warm-up, three-station exercise circuit, fitness exercises and fitness games. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0017


    Leadership: Roles & ResponsibilitiesLeadership: Roles & Responsibilities
    Clarifies the role of a leader from the position of a leader, explains the leader's debt to the organization and employees, identifies the 5 key responsibilities of the leader. Also covers motivational factors.

    Sku: WEL0122


    Leading ChangeLeading Change
    Leading Change is designed to help recreation administrators and staff understand the impact of technological, telecommunication, and demographic changes to their work environment. Includes a 6-sep change process model, the role of the leadership team, strategies to enhance successful implementation.


    Sku: WEL0123


    Lisa Nunziella: Cardio Dance CoreLisa Nunziella: Cardio Dance Core
    Featured in Oxygen and Shape magazines!!

    Lisa Nunziella and friends make this cardiovascular workout a real calorie burner! Funky Hip-Hop style movements that are simple to learn and easily broken down so that anyone can pick them up. This workout is non-stop so that you get a great cardio workout. You are challenged by learning choreography that is very clean and then you can add your own style. At the end of the video there is a breakdown of the steps so that you can get acquainted with them before you actually do the workout. Dance is all about your center (core) so it's important to keep your abs in tight and your core balanced over you feet at all times. Your center is where your balance, strength and most movements initiate from. Have a blast while burning away calories, loosing weight, elongating muscles and strengthening your core. Cardio Dance Core is a total body workout that is great fun and goes by in a flash. Running Time: 42m

    Sku: DWL0001


    Lisa Nunziella: Red Hot SalsaLisa Nunziella: Red Hot Salsa
    Featured in Oxygen and Shape magazines!!

    Hot Salsa is a fun, easy and exciting way to learn how to Salsa while getting an incredible workout. Join Lisa and her dancers and move to the sexy Latin beat of Salsa classics with live percussion. With this dynamic video, you will learn the basics without feeling intimidated. First you will warm up and stretch your body from head to toe. Then, you will learn each step by repetition, continually adding new steps until you have learned a full dance combination.

    Lisa's cueing will make it simple for you to stay in step at all times. By repeating the full combination, you will have a chance to incorporate your own style and expression. Finally, you will cool down and stretch to keep you feeling great all day long. And just wait till they see you on the dance floor! Running Time: 53m

    Sku: DWL0002


    Lost and Found in  Grocery StoreLost and Found in Grocery Store
    This informative video, filmed in a real grocery store, covers topics often found to be intimidating by special needs consumers. Includes information on the nutritional value of fresh, canned, and frozen foods, how shopping in a grocery store can save calories and money, the importance of a shopping list, and more.


    Sku: WEL0124


    Lower Body Functional TrainingLower Body Functional Training
    The art of exercise selection is learning to get beyond personal choices and the cultural influences of the aesthetic value of exercise. This video addresses why it is important to have a sense of purpose for exercise selection and how functional exercises cross over to enhance the activities of daily living. A progressive functional continuum is presented and reviewed. Applicable for group instructors and personal trainers. Includes sample exercise progressions for quadriceps, hamstrings, and gluteus medius.


    Sku: WEL0044


    Lower Body Water Exercise ProgressionsLower Body Water Exercise Progressions
    Presents water exercise progressions for selected exercises and muscles of the lower body (gluteus medius/maximus, hamstring, quadriceps, etc.) Also shallow and deep water exercises, equipment safety, and more.


    Sku: WEL0195


    Major Cardiac Risk Factor Screening andMajor Cardiac Risk Factor Screening and
    Reviews the eight major cardiac risk factors facing all individuals. Explains how health/fitness professionals can screen prospective clients for CHD and also how health/fitness professionals can properly address CHD screening data with their clients before initiating an exercise program. Covers why screening is necessary, how to conduct CHD risk assessment for pre-exercise screening, why screening can reduce legal liability for professionals and their facilities, the major and minor CHD risk factors and how to evaluate the level of "total risk" in pre-exercise screening. Produced in cooperation with The American College of Sports Medicine.


    Sku: WEL0018


    Measuring Physical Activity in YouthMeasuring Physical Activity in Youth
    Examines the special measurement challenges when studying children and adolescents. Also covers pros and cons of self-reports, heart rate monitoring, using accelerometers, interpreting results, and other research challenges.


    Sku: WEL0126


    Medicine Ball and Stability Ball TraininMedicine Ball and Stability Ball Trainin
    How to develop balance, agility and power using medicine balls and stability balls. Includes exercises using stability balls and medicine balls to increase power and balance, integrating explosive rotation of the total body in multiple directions and planes, single-leg exercises for balance and agility, wobble board exercises with medicine balls, cables, and free weights, and more. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0019


    Medicine Ball Conditioning for Kids ofMedicine Ball Conditioning for Kids of
    Explains how children of all ages and abilities can benefit from an enhanced level of muscular fitness. Among the benefits that kids can achieve through proper strength training are increased level of both muscle strength and bone strength, enhanced level of sports performance, heightened motor skill ability, and increased resistance to injury. Demonstrates a series of creative and innovative medicine ball exercises that can be the focal point of a kids resistance training program. Covers safety considerations, program philosophy, exercise techniques, warm-up, stand-up activities, core training, speed and reaction drills, cool-down and more. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0020


    Minimizing Legal Liability: Risk ManagemMinimizing Legal Liability: Risk Managem
    A detailed overview of the four-step risk management process. Topics covered include: What is risk management/liability exposure?, Four steps in the risk management process, major causes of injuries, lawsuits, definitions, recommended resources and more.


    Sku: WEL0127


    Minimizing Legal Liability: Risk ManagemMinimizing Legal Liability: Risk Managem
    Reviews the basic elements of negligence and discusses the legal significance of the ACSM's Health/Fitness Facility Standards. Also covers staff training, policy and procedure manuals, legal aid and more.


    Sku: WEL0128


    Miracle of Being a WomanMiracle of Being a Woman
    Keynote address at the 3rd annual ACSM Health & Fitness Summit. Covers female vs. male fat cells, dangers of dieting, unreal thin ideal, optimal eating routine, body acceptance and more.


    Sku: WEL0167


    Motivation and Adherence CoachingMotivation and Adherence Coaching
    Addresses the relationship between personal trainer and client. Focuses on the reasons clients hire trainers, three levels of interactivity and how to achieve the highest level, and much more.


    Sku: WEL0129


    Myths & Realities of StretchingMyths & Realities of Stretching
    A comprehensive discussion of the misinformation, misunderstanding, and mystery attendant to the documented benefits of sound stretching. The video reviews the literature concerning how stretching can help (and in some instances, hinder) individuals. Explores research that indicates stretching immediately prior to exercise does not prevent injuries and that stretching may temporarily weaken muscles, making them more susceptible to injury. Further examines pre-work warm-up in an occupational setting and its benefits to worker and employer, how work-station stretching can help effects of chronic occupational positions and much, much more.


    Sku: WEL0034


    Name that Energy SystemName that Energy System
    Takes the complexity of the aerobic and the anaerobic energy systems and explains them simply and clearly. Asks viewers to perform related activities to promote the "Do-it-to-understand-it" idea of retention.


    Sku: WEL0130


    Nutrition for PerformanceNutrition for Performance
    Overview of sound nutrition principles. Explains how to make the appropriate food selections for athletic performance. Covers carbohydrates, protein, fat, fluids, nutritional and caloric balance, and eating on the road.


    Sku: WEL0131


    Nutritional SupplementsNutritional Supplements
    A review of the safety and effectiveness level of many of the most popular "performance-enhancing" supplements currently on the market, including creative, pyruvate, HMB, ginseng, and more.


    Sku: WEL0132


    Optimizing Strength Training to MaximizeOptimizing Strength Training to Maximize
    The fundamentals, techniques and exercises involved in a sound strength training program for volleyball. Explains and shows the steps that volleyball coaches should take to protect their athletes from injury and to improve their performance on the court. Covers playing with power, training philosophy, program focus, training variables, in-season/off-season workouts, warm-up, exercise selection and techniques, and cool-down. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0021


    Outdoor Recreation: Creating QualityOutdoor Recreation: Creating Quality
    Thorough step-by-step program building. Covers skill assessment, inventory, ideas and goals, safety and risk management, course planning and timing, customer service, instructor flexibility and much more.


    Sku: WEL0133


    Outdoor Recreation: UnderstandingOutdoor Recreation: Understanding
    Provides instructors and administrators of outdoor recreation activities with concepts and skills of quality programming. Covers experiential learning process, awareness of motivations, creating a safe learning environment, ice breakers, and much more.


    Sku: WEL0134


    Passive Stretching TechniquesPassive Stretching Techniques
    Shows trainers and coaches how to passively stretch their clients and athletes. Also shows how to apply simple techniques to stretch major muscle groups, and how to develop stretches for particular needs.


    Sku: WEL0135


    Performance Nutrition for Teen AthletesPerformance Nutrition for Teen Athletes
    Keys to successful sports diet for teen athletes. Easy-to-understand overview of proven information and guidelines on high-energy eating at home and on the road.


    Sku: WEL0136


    Personal Training Business In HealthPersonal Training Business In Health
    Provides a detailed overview of why and how a personal training business can add value to a health/fitness club.


    Sku: WEL0168


    Pilates Mat Workout VideoPilates Mat Workout Video
    The Pilates Method of Body Conditioning is a progressive system in which you learn the basics and progress to intermediate and finally advanced as your core becomes stronger and your body more flexible. The routines on this video may be performed daily and will quickly transform the way you look, feel and move. Step by step instruction is given by Marjolein Brugman after which you can join Romana Kryzanowska in the studio teaching a full workout.



    Sku: STA0036


    Pilates Upper Body Workout VideoPilates Upper Body Workout Video
    Join Pilates expert Marjolein Brugman as she teaches you the work of Joseph Pilates effortlessly in the comfort of your own home. This 30 minute Upper Body Workout Video explains movements that focus on the muscles of the chest, arms, back, and abdominals. 20 minutes, 3 times a week will realign and lengthen your spine as you tone and strengthen your entire upper body. The Pilates Method was first developed by Joseph H. Pilates in the 1920's to help dancers and professional athletes restore and build muscle strength and tone. Today it is hailed as the "Fitness For The Future". Loved universally because it focuses on core strength and functional fitness.

    Quickly, you too will enjoy the benefits of this wonderful exercise program. Strength without bulk strong & stable core improved flexibility & balance unique mind body centeredness minimum of movement.


    Sku: STA0034


    Postpartum Recovery Techniques and ExercPostpartum Recovery Techniques and Exerc
    Presents a comprehensive overview of specific guidelines and effective exercises to safely facilitate postnatal recovery. Includes warning signs and symptoms, self-care techniques, diastasis recti check, sahrmann abdominal exercises and more.


    Sku: WEL0137


    Potentially Dangerous Exercises InjuryPotentially Dangerous Exercises Injury
    Explains what kinds of exercises should be avoided and why, examples of exercises that can possibly cause injury, potential benefits vs. injuries, and other factors that can lead to injury.


    Sku: WEL0061


    Power Aerobics and Power Mat SciencePower Aerobics and Power Mat Science
    Power Aerobics and Power Mat, featuring Shannon Salisbury and Alison Boyd

    90 minute video: 10 min. warm-up, 45 min. advanced hi/lo choreography, 5 min. cool-down, 30 min. power-mat science-pilates/yoga moves to train your body.

    Sku: CIA0002


    Power for Sport and FitnessPower for Sport and Fitness
    Winning performances require good technique, proper conditioning, and astrong competitive spirit. However, the ability to generate explosive, powerfulefforts on demand clearly separates elite athletes from the rest of the pack.Generating exceptional athletic power is only possible through a completepower-training program designed specifically with you and your sport in mind.

    In Power for Sport and Fitness, your host Renaldo Nehemiah presents acomplex training program for developing power that will help you design workoutsto develop, enhance, and harness the strength and speed you need to excel inyour sport. Nehemiah-a world class athlete-exemplifies power in sport. A formerworld record holder in the 110-meter high hurdles, he dominated the sport from1978 to 1982. Because of his powerful athleticism and versatility, he was ableto trade in his track spikes for cleats when he joined the San Francisco 49ersin 1982. In 1984, Nehemiah shared in the 49ers victory as Super BowlChampions. This complete power-training system was designed by Human Kineticsbased on numerous authoritative books and consultants.

    In the video, youll learn how to: utilize resistance training exercises to improve power through strengthdevelopment develop explosive power through 24 plyometric exercises, including barrierjumps, medicine ball throws, and depth jumps and incorporate sprint training into your program to develop the speed necessaryfor maximum power.

    Correct positioning for each exercise is clearly explained to promote strengthgains while reducing the risk of injury. Tips on combining exercises to buildcomplex sport-specific training programs are also given. Featured sports includevolleyball, basketball, gymnastics, football, rugby, soccer, hockey, and figureskating.



    Sku: HKP0063


    Practical Applications of  ACSMPractical Applications of ACSM
    A comprehensive review of the ACSM's recommended procedures for estimating energy expenditure during exercise. Also presents a simplified approach for making metabolic calculations, as well as standard nomenclature and definitions, conversion factors, algebra made easy and more.


    Sku: WEL0138


    Pre Exercise Screening for Health FitnesPre Exercise Screening for Health Fitnes
    Provides a stepwise plan for gathering information relevant to proper screening correlated to ACSM/AHA recommendations. Also covers reasons to be concerned about screening, understanding which clients should be screened, risk/benefit models, when to refer client and more.


    Sku: WEL0062


    Predictors of Exercise CompliancePredictors of Exercise Compliance
    Overview of the factors that affect exercise compliance, including: Socioeconomic, physical/biological, psychological, etc. Also offers strategies to improve compliance.


    Sku: WEL0139


    Prescribing Exercise for Special PopulatPrescribing Exercise for Special Populat
    Exercise recommendations and guidelines for key special populations. Covers individuals with heart disease, lung disease, peripheral vascular disease, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, aids, and pregnancy.


    Sku: WEL0140


    Preventing and Managing Common RunningPreventing and Managing Common Running
    Factors that runners of all ages and experience levels should consider to avoid common overuse injuries. Easy-to-understand and straightforward, the video explains the running injury cycle and what the individual should do if they become injured. Covers common lower extremity injuries, how "overuse syndrome" affects runners, the difference between soft- and hard-tissue injuries, shin splint prevention, proper (and essential) shoe fit, rehab for soft-tissue injuries and when to seek professional help. Produced in cooperation with The American College of Sports Medicine.


    Sku: WEL0023


    Preventing Eating Disorders in TeenPreventing Eating Disorders in Teen
    Detailed overview of the warning signs for eating disorders in teen athletes. Covers symptoms & signs, at-risk sports & athletes, prevention strategies for coaches, parents, and healthcare professionals.


    Sku: WEL0141


    Productive Performance AppraisalsProductive Performance Appraisals
    How to establish a performance appraisal process that is clear, fair, and interactive. Also covers coaching for improved performance and more.


    Sku: WEL0142


    Programming ExcellenceProgramming Excellence
    Provides directors of fitness and recreation programs with the key strategies for developing and delivering quality programs. Covers program vision, programming, design, and more.


    Sku: WEL0196


    Proper Technique in Administering aProper Technique in Administering a
    Provides visual information regarding the procedures for conducting a stress test. Includes information on placing electrodes, applying patient cable, 12-lead resting cable, patient instructions, warm-up, cool-down, different types of protocols and equipment.


    Sku: WEL0143


    Psychological Strategies for EffectivePsychological Strategies for Effective
    Explains the hows and whys of "mind matters" in achieving and maintaining ideal weight.


    Sku: WEL0144


    Psychology of Exercise AdherencePsychology of Exercise Adherence
    An overview of the behavioral principles related to exercise adherence. Discusses the factors that influence a client's decision to begin an exercise program, how to develop that decision, and the external factors that can be used to help the client to continue exercising.


    Sku: WEL0197


    Reaching Out to the Inactive Taking ThemReaching Out to the Inactive Taking Them
    Explains why people live a sedentary lifestyle and what health/fitness professionals can do to get them to change.


    Sku: WEL0145


    Readiness Screening for Physical ActivitReadiness Screening for Physical Activit
    How health/fitness professionals can properly assess the state of health and exercise capacity of individuals who want to undertake an exercise program. Reviews the 10 simple questions that may be answered in a yes/no format that can yield essential pre-exercise screening information. Covers why pre-exercise screening is necessary, how screening can lower the level of legal liability for health/fitness professionals and organizations, and how to properly utilize the information obtained from pre-exercise screening. Produced in cooperation with The American College of Sports Medicine.


    Sku: WEL0024


    Resistance Training Benefits RationaleResistance Training Benefits Rationale
    One of America's most renowned exercise physiologists discuses the essential parameters of a scientifically based resistance training program. Covers health benefits and rationale, safety considerations, participation criteria, resistance training studies, prescriptive guidelines and more.


    Sku: WEL0146


    Rethinking Health Care in America HowRethinking Health Care in America How
    Explains why it makes sense for fitness centers to evolve into HEALTH clubs with health care services. Covers strategies that health clubs have used to successfully align with health care, programs and services formerly provided through health care now available through health clubs, and more.


    Sku: WEL0147


    Right Brain Connection to Whole BraiRight Brain Connection to Whole Brai
    Focuses on why individuals with no impairments to the brain opt for dominance of one side of the brain. Offers ideas for successful integration of both halves of the brain.


    Sku: WEL0200


    Rock Steady StepRock Steady Step
    Seasun, with over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry, has a real passion for advanced step aerobics. She is from Montgomery County, PA and is certified by AFAA. She currently teaches Step, Double Step, Urban Rebounding and Bodypump.

    Season will start you out with a warm-up (8 min.) that prepares you for some of the most advanced step choreography and moves (50 min.). She then cools you down, plus rock-hard abs and stretch (17 min.).

    Sku: CIA0020


    Running a Personal Training Practice forRunning a Personal Training Practice for
    Presents a step-by-step overview of how to develop a successful training business. Focuses on legal and business basics.


    Sku: WEL0198


    Science and Practice of Body ComposiScience and Practice of Body Composi
    Comprehensive overview of both the scientific background and the practical applications of body composition assessment. Includes actual laboratory and field measurement footage, as well as underwater weighing, dual energy X-ray absorptiometry, skinfold, plethysmography, circumference measurements, bioelectircal impedance, BMI and more.


    Sku: WEL0169


    Science and Practice of DesigningScience and Practice of Designing
    Provides health/fitness professionals with information on the use and limitations of exercise for weight management. Also provides practical recommendations for designing safe and effective exercise programs.


    Sku: WEL0170


    Science and Practice of Exercise PrescriScience and Practice of Exercise Prescri
    Explains and demonstrates objective and subjective ways to determine exercise intensity and to prescribe exercise. Covers how age and attitude affect an individual's overall fitness level, how to determine the "best" form of exercise, how to determine exercise intensity--objectively and subjectively, and much more.


    Sku: WEL0035


    Science and Practice of Sound ErgonoScience and Practice of Sound Ergono
    In a practical, easy-to-understand manner, this video discusses the eight basic ergonomic risk factors and the appropriate solutions for reducing the risk of ergonomic-related injuries. Also describes the proper ergonomic designs for a sound office work-station, and how sound ergonomics can not only decrease injuries, but also improve safety, enhance worker comfort, and improve worker productivity.


    Sku: WEL0036


    Scientific and Practical Aspects ofScientific and Practical Aspects of
    Easy-to-understand and straightforward examination of the four factors that determine whether an individual burns fat or carbohydrate when exercising. Covers the percentage of fat and carbohydrate (CHO) burned during an individual's resting state, what occurs in the body as an individual goes from resting to all-out exercise in terms of fat and CHO utilization, and the difference between the "percent of fat burned" and the "total amount of fat calories burned" in an aerobic exercise. Produced in cooperation with The American College of Sports Medicine.


    Sku: WEL0037


    Should Fitness be Part of HealthShould Fitness be Part of Health
    Learn six perspectives of why health clubs are vital to the paradigm shift from illness to health care in America. Also covers marketing strategies appropriate for health clubs in a health care environment, and which medical professionals are most likely to make referrals.


    Sku: WEL0148


    Specificity of Training in  WaterSpecificity of Training in Water
    Shows how to design an effective water exercise program. Includes how to develop sound exercise progression in deep and shallow water.


    Sku: WEL0149


    Speed and Explosive Training for VolleybSpeed and Explosive Training for Volleyb
    How volleyball coaches can get their athletes to jump higher, move faster, and play better. Hands-on demonstrations illustrate training modalities and exercises that can be performed to develop speed and explosiveness in volleyball players. Covers playing with power, dynamic warm-up, agility/quickness training, footwork ladders, plyometric/jump training, acceleration/speed development, overall conditioning, cool-down and more. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association


    Sku: WEL0025


    Spirit of LeadershipSpirit of Leadership
    Reviews the "essence of leadership". Partial list of topics includes Living your values, facilitating excellence in others, creating a dynamic vision, understanding what followers expect, and more.


    Sku: WEL0171


    Squat Progressions and Overhead LiftsSquat Progressions and Overhead Lifts
    A detailed introduction to squat progressions and comprehensive guidelines on how to teach the squat. Features hands-on instruction to explain the power movements for the overhead lifts, including the military press, the push press, the power jerk, the snatch-grip, push press behind the neck. Covers body mechanics, high-bar, low-bar, front and overhead squats and using a rack. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0026


    Stability Ball Training A Guide forStability Ball Training A Guide for
    A well-written and easy-to-use resource for incorporating stability balls into exercise programs. Begins with a brief history and explanation of the benefits of stability ball use, then offers expert advice on development of training programs for the general population, as well as special populations, including: pregnant women, children, older adults, overweight and obese individuals, exercisers with diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease, and post-rehab patients. Includes information on proper techniques and progression, injury prevention, contraindicated exercises, flexibility, and much, much more. Contains over 100 photographs and illustrations. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise.


    Sku: WEL0027


    Stairway to Functionality BiomechanicalStairway to Functionality Biomechanical
    This easy-to-understand video illustrates how the spine and extremities should be assessed, how the body can move more effectively and efficiently, why injury can result from inappropriate movement. Also explains core balance, postural deviations, appendicular skeleton conditions, assessment goals, and exercise prescription.


    Sku: WEL0150


    Step 2B FitStep 2B Fit
    Step 2B Fit, featuring Philip Gray.

    60 minute video: 8 min. warm-up, 42 min. of advanced step choreography and moves, 10 min. cool-down with abs and stretch.

    Sku: CIA0007


    Step It StrongStep It Strong
    Keli Roberts is a respected IDEA international presenter and ACE Continuing Education Specialist. She holds certifications from the Australian Council for Health & Recreation, AFAA, ACE, Pilates Mat, C.O.R.E., PT, BOSU, Resist-A-Ball and more!

    Keli will start with a warm-up (8 min.), move right into interval stepping with weights (52 min.), a brief cool-down, then slow & strong upper body training with heavy weights and stretch. (30 min.)

    Sku: CIA0019


    Step Kickbox Aerobic Funk WorkoutStep Kickbox Aerobic Funk Workout
    The Step, Kickbox and Aerobic, Funk Workout with Janis Saffell.

    113 minute video: 7.5 min. warm-up, 38 min. of Stepping Master Step Theatre (challenge yourself with unique step moves), 31 min. of Cardio Kickbox (a dynamic, low-impact aerobic-workout combining self-defense techniques and exciting choreograph that strengthens upper and lower body with punches, jabs and a variation of kicks), 31 min. of Aerobic/Funk South Beach Slam (an aerobic funk workout that is lots of fun and easy to follow Jamming choreography with style, flare, and attitude), 5.5 min. of stretch.

    Sku: CIA0013


    Step Temptation & Hi-Lo RevelationStep Temptation & Hi-Lo Revelation
    International Presenter, Aerobic Champion, Clothing designer for fitness apparel (2BFIT) Star of many fitness videos and CIA 2206, owner of 2BFIT International, Inc. and is one of the best choreographers to date.

    Philip will warm you up (8 min.), Workout One: Step Temptation, step moves and choreography that you thought you never could do (40 min.).

    Sku: CIA0023


    Step Till You DropStep Till You Drop
    Step Till You Drop, featuring Laura Downing, Melissa Cantillo, and Mark Hendricks!

    120 minute video: Three New Step Workouts In One- 8 min. warm-up with Mark, 30 min. athletic stepping with Laura, 30 min. interval stepping with Melissa, 30 min advanced stepping with Mark, 12 min. strength and balance cool-down with Laura, 10 min. stretch with Melissa.

    Sku: CIA0006


    Step Till You Drop II Step Till You Drop II
    Laura, Master class presenter, presented for City of Hope, member of Power Punch performance team. Melissa, ACE, AFAA, Cycle Reebok and Aerobox Certified. Mark, AFAA Certified for over 6 years, Master class presenter in a variety of specialities.

    Laura warm-up (6 min.) Laura strong step, Step moves and choreography combined with power moves for a strong step workout (35 min.)

    Mark cardio dance step, advanced step choreography that will challenge all step levels (30 min.) Mark smooth cool-down (5 min.) Melissa core conditioning and stretch (14 min.)

    Melissa intervelosity step, interval step moves with weights or tubing for a super overall cardio/strength workout (30 min.)

    Sku: CIA0025


    Step, Power & PumpStep, Power & Pump
    Donna Read, International Presenter/Instructor, Nike Athlete, Three Star IDEA Presenter, Continuing Education Specialist and Star of 9903 and 9701 CIA Videos.

    Donna will warm you up then move you through interval segments consisting of super step choreography, power step moves and/or speed drills that will increase your heart rate.it's upper and lower body strength training, a cool-down and core ab training and stretch.

    Sku: CIA0024


    STOMPSTOMP
    An engaging overview of the innovative new group exercise developed by Stairmaster Sports/Medical Products, Inc. Includes instructional sequence for stair-climbing, leg movements, arm movements, combination movements, equipment use, attire, posture, and a 25-minute class routine.


    Sku: WEL0151


    Strategic PlanningStrategic Planning
    Examines the key steps involved in successful strategic planning. Cover the importance of strategic planning, a model for a step-by-step approach to planning, the role of the leader in the planning process and more.


    Sku: WEL0152


    Strategic Program PlanningStrategic Program Planning
    The elements of successful program planning for health/fitness professionals. Covers guidelines and tips, the need for program planning, principles and definitions, timetables, program life cycles, and more.


    Sku: WEL0153


    Strategies for Permanent Weight LossStrategies for Permanent Weight Loss
    Explains how genetics, energy expenditure, and energy intake affect weight and weight loss. Shows how personal trainers can effectively communicate these ideas to their clients.


    Sku: WEL0154


    Strength and Conditioning Program ConcepStrength and Conditioning Program Concep
    Reviews the fundamentals and principles involved in a sound resistance training program for teenagers. Featuring hands-on demonstrations, this video explains and shows the basic components that are essential to a well-designed, well-supervised strength training program for high school students. Among the topics covered are: NSCA youth strength-training guidelines, training concepts, program guidelines, exercise techniques and warm-up progression, functional vs. absolute strength, core lifts, advanced student-athlete programs, and also addresses how much resistance is enough. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0028


    Strength Ball TrainingStrength Ball Training
    You cant develop functional strength without stability. Strength BallTraining shows you how to combine Swiss ball and medicine ball exercises todevelop greater strength and stability and enhance your sport performance.

    Because strength balls provide an unstable environment in which to train, theyprepare you to meet the unique demands of the sport environment. Thisenvironment is where interaction with teammates and counteraction to opponents,read-and-react situations, and body contact can all force your body intounpredictable, unstable positions. By using stability balls in your trainingprogram, you can improve performance, reduce the risk of injury, improvebalance, and build strength in the abdomen and lower back.

    Written by strength and conditioning experts, Strength Ball Training is your complete guide to using Swiss balls and medicine balls. The book describeshow to incorporate the balls into a program, and it provides hundreds ofexercise variations to make training fun and interesting.

    Strength Ball Training is a gimmick-free book based on scientifictraining principles. The authors are strength training experts who are wellknown throughout North America. Lorne Goldenberg has served as a strength andconditioning coach for four National Hockey League (NHL) teams, Team Canadashockey team, and football players in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He alsolectures internationally on stability ball exercises and program integration.Peter Twist is the strength and conditioning coach for the Vancouver Canucks andauthor of Complete Conditioning for Hockey, which has sold more than18,000 copies to date. Twist lectures internationally on medicine ball andstrength ball training.

    Strength Ball Training presents 76 exercises that target all of the majormuscle groups: Shoulders and upper back, Biceps, triceps, and forearms, Chest, Abs and lower back, Legs and hips. More than 140 photos show the precise steps in performing each exercise.

    If youre looking for a guide to the most effective way to enhance traditionaltraining methods, get results with Strength Ball Training

    About the Author
    Lorne Goldenberg
    has worked with professional athletes as a strength and conditioning coach with four National Hockey League (NHL) teams, Team Canadashockey team, and football players in the Canadian Football League (CFL). Helectures internationally on stability ball exercises and program integration forsuch groups as the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Society of Weight Training Injury Specialists, provincial associations, and professionalteams. He has written for the NSCA Journal of Strength and Conditioning,Ironman, Physical, Mens Journal, and the Journal of HockeyConditioning and Player Development, which he also owns.

    Goldenberg is the president and director of conditioning at Strength Tek Fitness & Wellness Consultants, a group of more than 100 employees in four Canadiancities, and at the Athletic Conditioning Center. He lives in Ottawa, Ontario,with his wife, Julie, and their children, Isaak and Danielle. In his free timehe enjoys traveling to the beach with family and collecting Batman comic booksand paraphernalia.

    Peter Twist is the strength and conditioning coach for the Vancouver Canucks and president of the Professional & Collegiate Hockey ConditioningCoaches Association. The coeditor of the Journal of Hockey Conditioning andPlayer Development and author of Complete Conditioning for Hockey,Twist is a frequent guest lecturer at international conferences, seminars,coaching clinics, and undergraduate and graduate courses on topics such ascoaching, conditioning, injury rehabilitation, and nutrition.

    Twist is also the owner of Twist Conditioning Incorporated and Peter TwistsConditioning and Athlete Development Camps. Hakeem Olajuwon of the HoustonRockets, Pavel Bure of the Florida Panthers, and Mark Messier of the New YorkRangers have attended Twists camps.

    Twist is an NSCA-certified strength and conditioning specialist and a formerNSCA provincial director for British Columbia. Twist lives in Vancouver, Canadain the North Shore Mountains with his wife Julie. Together with their daughterZoe and dogs, Rico and Loosy, they enjoy mountain hiking, descent running,snowshowing, and skiing.

    Table of Contents
    Chapter 1 Strength Ball Advantages
    Chapter 2 Shoulders and Upper Back
    Chapter 3 Biceps, Triceps, and Forearms
    Chapter 4 Chest
    Chapter 5 Core Stabilization
    Chapter 6 Abs and Lower Back
    Chapter 7 Legs and Hips
    Chapter 8 Flexibility Exercises
    Chapter 9 Functional Programs

    Sku: HKP0045


    Strength ExpressStrength Express
    Strength Express, featuring Mindy Mylrea.

    60 minute video: 8 min. warm-up, 42 min. strength training with choreographed moves using a weight ball, hand weights, and body bar, 5 min. abs and stretch.

    Sku: CIA0003


    Strength Training for ChildrenStrength Training for Children
    Detailed guidelines on how strength training programs for children should be designed to maximize benefit s and limit risks.


    Sku: WEL0155


    Strength Training for GolfStrength Training for Golf
    Easy-to-understand explanation of strength training for golf. Covers basic principles, resistance exercise recommendations, total package design and more.


    Sku: WEL0156


    Strength Training for Sedentary AdultsStrength Training for Sedentary Adults
    Explains how to develop a resistance training program for sedentary adults that is safe, time-efficient, and effective. Covers muscle and bone loss, metabolic rate, basic strength training principles, specific procedures, recommendations and more.


    Sku: WEL0157


    Strength Training for WomenStrength Training for Women
    Discusses how strength training can not only improve a woman's physical health and appearance, but also her mental health and physical performance capabilities. Identifies the health/medical benefits of strength training, the most common reasons women give for not engaging in strength training and more.


    Sku: WEL0158


    Strength Training for YouthStrength Training for Youth
    Specific principles, procedures, and recommendations for developing strength training programs for youths of all ages.


    Sku: WEL0064


    Strength Training Without Weights: UpperStrength Training Without Weights: Upper
    Provides a comprehensive review of how to improve muscular fitness without sophisticated equipment. Featuring partner resistance training, the video explains and demonstrates how to develop the major muscles of the upper body using "buddy exercises" and dowel exercises. Covers deltoids, triceps, biceps, rhomboids, pectorals, trapezius, latissimus dorsi and rotator cuff. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise.


    Sku: WEL0030


    Strollertime: A Complete Workout w/ BabyStrollertime: A Complete Workout w/ Baby
    Strollertime: A Complete Workout With Baby In Tow CD/DVD offers beginner, intermediate and advanced workouts for new moms at all fitness levels. It contains 30 minutes of cardio followed by 20 minutes of toning, stretching and relaxation. Babies and toddlers stay engaged so mom can focus on exercise.

    Sku: BEE0001


    Supporting  Referral and TreatmentSupporting Referral and Treatment
    Presents a detailed discussion about what should be done to treat eating disorders among athletes.


    Sku: WEL0159


    Take It To  Water VideoTake It To Water Video
    Featuring Coach David Brennan, a pioneer of deep water running, 1 hour water running video for sports conditioning and recovery, Injury prevention tips.

    Sku: AQJ0016


    Testing and Evaluating Strength in AthleTesting and Evaluating Strength in Athle
    A step-by-step review of why athletes will benefit from having their level of strength assessed. In practical terms, the video discusses how such testing can be conducted in a safe, valid, and reliable manner. The video also examines how to select an appropriate method of testing. Topics covered include: Overview of resistance training, strength-related terminology, pre-testing considerations, safety considerations, testing modalities, and additional sources of information. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0031


    Testing and Evaluating Strength in Non ATesting and Evaluating Strength in Non A
    A step-by-step review of why and how non-athletes should have their level of strength assessed. In practical terms, the video discusses how such testing can be conducted in a safe, valid, and reliable manner. The video also examines how to select an appropriate method of testing. Topics covered include: Overview of resistance training, strength-related terminology, pre-testing considerations, safety considerations, testing modalities, and additional sources of information. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0032


    Total Body Exercises with DumbbellsTotal Body Exercises with Dumbbells
    How to perform total body strength training exercises using dumbbells. Explains and demonstrates how to perform the power clean, split clean, split jerk, snatch, and deadlift using dumbbells. Also includes on how to warm up, proper technique, errors, learning progressions, and exercise variations. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0038


    Treating and Preventing Back PainTreating and Preventing Back Pain
    A detailed overview of the significance, causes, risk factors, prevention and treatment of back pain and injuries. In a practical and applied manner, the video explains what individuals can do to be free from back pain. Additional topics covered included: The monetary, physical, and emotional costs of back pain, occupational risk factors of back pain and injuries, controversy over proper lifting techniques, exercises to help prevent and treat back pain, and more.


    Sku: WEL0039


    Turning Negative Stress into PositiveTurning Negative Stress into Positive
    How chronologically stressed individuals can reduce their level of stress by changing their attitudes, actions, and lifestyle. Explores the impact of stress on the mind and body, how stress is produced, false cures, roots of stress problems, and much more.


    Sku: WEL0201


    Two Jammin Workouts in OneTwo Jammin Workouts in One
    Two Jammin Workouts In One, featuring Gay Gasper, Avia Fitness Athlete.

    115 minute video:
    • Workout#1- 8 min. warm-up, 35 min. hi/lo, 12 min. cool-down and stretch.
    • Workout#2- 9.5 min warm-up, 45 min. "Step N Strike" intervals (great step choreography combined with kick box movements off the step), and 10 min. cool-down, with abs and stretch.

    • Sku: CIA0009


    Two Workouts With A VengeanceTwo Workouts With A Vengeance
    Two Workouts With A Vengeance, featuring Franny Benedetto.

    92 minute video: 10 min warm-up, 36 min. of hi/lo combinations (have fun and work hard with intricate combinations that will bring back the fire in your workouts), 36 min. of advanced step choreography with simple breakdown techniques

    Sku: CIA0015


    Understanding  Bottom Line: CreatingUnderstanding Bottom Line: Creating
    Shows how administrators can use business financial statements to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of their organization. A partial list of topics includes: Defining the bottom line, understanding financial statements, the pro forma statement, cost behaviors, budgeting and more.


    Sku: WEL0173


    Understanding  Food Guide PyramidUnderstanding Food Guide Pyramid
    This video is ideal for teaching athletes (and non-athletes!) how to improve diet for optimal physical and mental performance. Covers the new 5-food group pyramid, portion size, nutrients found within each group, where in the grocery store to find the groups, how to build a healthy diet based on the pyramid.


    Sku: WEL0065


    Understanding Aerobic Programming BasicsUnderstanding Aerobic Programming Basics
    This video is designed to help health/fitness professionals be better prepared to select the "best" mode of aerobic activity for those with whom they are working. Among the topics covered are: How to define and describe aerobic activities, the basics of a sound 10-point aerobics program, how exercise metabolism is related to aerobic points, how to compare and contrast different types of aerobic activities, and how to safely prescribe aerobic activities. Produced in cooperation with The American College of Sports Medicine.


    Sku: WEL0040


    Understanding and Promoting Youth PhysicUnderstanding and Promoting Youth Physic
    Presents an engaging summary of the scientific literature on youth physical activity. Also describes effective ways to help young people become more active. Covers current guidelines, relation of physical activity to mental health in youth, results of school-based programs and much more.


    Sku: WEL0172


    Understanding Exercise Purpose and ProgrUnderstanding Exercise Purpose and Progr
    Explores the differences between exercise progressions in both land and water training. Discusses how to incorporate exercise progressions into the overall training regimen.


    Sku: WEL0202


    Understanding WaiversUnderstanding Waivers
    Discusses the requirements of valid waivers (contracts) and explains how and why waivers can serve as excellent legal protection for health/fitness organizations and their programs. Features detailed analysis of two legal cases involving waivers--one in which a waiver was upheld in court, one in which it failed.


    Sku: WEL0174


    Upper Body Exercise TechniquesUpper Body Exercise Techniques
    Easy-to-understand explanation of how to perform exercises for the upper body. Focuses on multi-joint, free weight exercises. Includes instructional tips and guidelines on exercise technique, errors, spotting, and progressions. Addresses the importance of upper body exercises in a strength and conditioning program, as well as other considerations, how to warm up, and more. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0041


    Upper Body Functional TrainingUpper Body Functional Training
    The art of exercise selection is learning to get beyond personal choices and the cultural influences of the aesthetic value of exercise. This video addresses why it is important to have a sense of purpose for exercise selection and how functional exercises cross over to enhance the activities of daily living. A progressive functional continuum is presented and reviewed. Applicable for group instructors and personal trainers. Includes sample exercise progressions for triceps, pectoralis major and anterior deltoids, mid-trapezius, rhomboids, and posterior deltoids.


    Sku: WEL0049


    Upper Body Power for Hockey PerformanceUpper Body Power for Hockey Performance
    Peter Twist, Coach of Conditioning and Player Development for the NHL's Vancouver Canucks, offers this series of exercises that are designed to transfer directly to hockey skills, including: puck handling, goalscoring, and offensive creativity. Among the topics covered are: Commonalities for hockey lifting, chest exercises, back exercises, shoulder exercises and arm exercises. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength and Conditioning Association.


    Sku: WEL0042


    Upper Body Water Exercise ProgressionsUpper Body Water Exercise Progressions
    Water exercise progressions for the upper body. Covers triceps, posterior deltoid, rhomboid, shallow vs. deep water, equipment efficacy, and more.


    Sku: WEL0203


    Urban Rebo Series - Comp 1Urban Rebo Series - Comp 1
    The Urban Rebounder Series Compilation 1 consists of 6 workouts: First Timers, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Senior and Abdominal. Available on VHS or DVD.
    • First Timers Urban Rebounding is a mixture of instruction and a short workout. The workout is designed for people who have never been on the Urban Rebounder. The participant will still break a sweat. Length: 28 minutes.
    • The Basic Urban Rebounding workout is a beginning level workout. The participant will become familiar with the Urban Rebounder and learn the 7 core moves. The core moves are then combined in an add-on workout sequence, followed by sports specific moves. Length: 39 minutes.
    • The Intermediate Urban Rebounding workout is a 45 minute workout that combines the basic core postures with intermediate hi-low moves and sports specific exercises. Length: 57 minutes.
    • Advanced Urban Rebounding is an intense cardiovascular workout that combines all postures from the First Timers, Basic and Intermediate. The workout also includes many directional changes and new postures. Length: 39 minutes.
    • Oldies but Goodies Senior Urban Rebounding is a fun and effective workout for seniors or individuals that are deconditioned. The workout uses the stabilizing bar, giving people an added balancing device. Length: 30 minutes.
    • Abdominal Urban Rebounding is an intense abdominal workout done entirely on the Urban Rebounder. The soft surface of the Urban Rebounder makes the Abdominal program a whole lotta fun! This workout is a challenge. Length: 23 minutes.



    Sku: URB0009


    Urban Rebo Series - Comp 2Urban Rebo Series - Comp 2
    The Urban Rebounder Series Compilation 2 consists of 4 workouts: Box and Bounce, Dance Bound, Core Bound and Hip Hop Bound. Available on VHS or DVD.
    • Box and Bounce is all the boxing you love without the impact to your joints. Take the upper body postures of boxing and kick boxing and add the lower postures of the Urban Rebounding Core Moves to make a powerful cardiovascular workout! Length: 35 minutes.
    • Dance Bound combines easy to follow dance moves with traditional Urban Rebounding Core Postures. The warm-up introduces a fun jazz style routine. The participant will move from the basic bounce through a series of show stopping dance like moves, all done entirely on the Urban Rebounder. Length: 40 minutes.
    • Core Bound is a challenging workout that uses the Urban Rebounder as a tool to develop better balance and coordination. Most postures are Pilates based and are done on the Urban Rebounder. Length: 45 minutes.
    • Hip Hop Bound is a funky cardiovascular workout on the Urban Rebounder. The workout will take some of the core Urban Rebounding Core Posture to the next level with urban flair. Length: 21 minutes.



    Sku: URB0010


    Urban Rebo Series - Comp 3Urban Rebo Series - Comp 3
    The Urban Rebounder Series Compilation 3 consists of 4 workouts: Kick Bound, Interval Bound, Old Fashioned Hi/Low and Latin Bound. Available on VHS or DVD.
    • Kick Bound is a total body workout that is entirely done on the Urban Rebounder. The kicks in the workout are safe but challenging. This cardiovascular workout is considered advanced. Length: 32 minutes.
    • Interval Bound is an interval workout that is easy to follow and combines sports specific postures and traditional hi-low movements paired with unique recovery periods. Round out the workout with body conditioning on the Urban Rebounder. Length: 37 minutes.
    • Old Fashioned Hi-Low Bound is an advanced cardiovascular workout that combines old aerobic postures from the 70's and 80's and gives them a modern urban feel. Length: 43 minutes.
    • Latin Bound is a cardiovascular workout that mimics traditional Latin dance postures. All postures on done on the Urban Rebounder. The Urban Rebounding core postures will be enhanced with a Latin flair. Length: 28 minutes.

    • Sku: URB0011


    Urban Rebo Series - Comp 4Urban Rebo Series - Comp 4
    The Urban Rebounder Series Compilation 4 consists of 4 workouts: Resistance Bound, Sports Specific Bound, Ballet Bound and African Bounds. Available of VHS or DVD.
    • Resistance Bound is a total body workout using one pound malleable sand weights to increase one's resistance. All major muscle groups are targeted. Length: 37 minutes.
    • Sports Specific Bound will make you feel like an athlete, with a workout on the Urban Rebounder simulating real sports specific training drills. The workout will give you conditioning for your favorite activity and balance challenges to enhance your athletic ability. Length: 34 minutes.
    • Ballet Bound is an intense cardiovascular workout that takes core ballet postures and combines them with the Urban Rebounding Intermediate and Advanced moves. Length: 32 minutes.
    • African Bound is a high intensity cardiovascular workout, utilizing African dance movements on the Urban Rebounder. The music is a mixture of African and Caribbean rhythms and melodies. Length: 25 minutes.



    Sku: URB0012


    Urban Rebo Series - Comp 5Urban Rebo Series - Comp 5
    The Urban Rebounder Series Compilation 5 consists of 2 workouts: Stretch Bound and Yoga Bound. Available in VHS or DVD.
    • Stretch Bound is a full body stretch workout that is entirely done on the Urban Rebounder. The workout will stretch every part of your body, from your toes to your neck. Length: 27 minutes.
    • Yoga Bound, a combination of yoga and Urban Rebounding postures, uses the Urban Rebounder as a prop to add in helping one's balance and coordination. Length: 38 minutes.

    • Sku: URB0013


    Using  ACSM Metabolic EquationsUsing ACSM Metabolic Equations
    Easy-to-understand overview of ACMS's metabolic equations. Covers measurement and estimation calorimetry, purposes of metabolic equations, walking, running, cycling, and stepping equations, information about Vo2 reserve and more.


    Sku: WEL0175


    Utilizing  Program Assessment ProcessUtilizing Program Assessment Process
    Explains how health/fitness professionals can systematically evaluate how well a program is doing. Covers basic needs, sound assessment, tools and resources for assessment, sample standards and guidelines.


    Sku: WEL0176


    VO2 Reserve:  New Standard for ExerciVO2 Reserve: New Standard for Exerci
    Explains the basis of how to use VO2 reserve for prescribing exercise. Covers understanding VO2 reserve, research findings regarding VO2 reserve, determining a target HR, implications of VO2 reserve for weight loss and more.


    Sku: WEL0177


    Walking for Health and FitnessWalking for Health and Fitness
    Discusses the basics of how to begin a walking program. Shows proper technique, the role of posture, basics of hydration, clothing, shoe selection.


    Sku: WEL0178


    WalkVest CD WorkoutsWalkVest CD Workouts
    WalkVest CD Workouts

    Select Intermediate (30 Minutes), Advanced (45 Minutes) or Workout Of The Month (40 Minutes).

    If you select Workout Of The Month, you will receive the "Hottest" WalkVest CD for that month.


    Sku: WAK0005


    Weighing-Truth About Exercise Wt ControlWeighing-Truth About Exercise Wt Control
    Addresses the current issues regarding nutrition, exercise, weight control, and discusses many of the more popularly held myths and misconceptions concerning these areas.


    Sku: WEL0204


    Why Diets Don't WorkWhy Diets Don't Work
    Reviews the shortcomings of dieting and presents a discussion of how to lose weight successfully and safely. Also examines myths and misconceptions of fitness, dangers of rapid weight loss and more.


    Sku: WEL0179


    Women and Weights: An Illustrated HistorWomen and Weights: An Illustrated Histor
    An engaging, vividly illustrated overview of the involvement of women in strength training.


    Sku: WEL0180




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