Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness, 11/e
Thomas D. Fahey,
California State University, Chico Paul M. Insel,
Stanford University Walton T. Roth,
Standford University
ISBN: 007352347x Copyright year: 2015
What's New
Chapter 1
The discussion of the dimensions of wellness has been thoroughly updated, with the addition of financial wellness as a seventh dimension.
All of the chapter's statistical material has been updated to reflect the latest information on morbidity, mortality, and measures of quality of life.
Chapter 2
New information had been added on the negative health effects of prolonged sitting.
The discussion of the health benefits of moderate and intense exercise has been thoroughly updated with the newest research.
A new section discusses the relationship between somatotype (body build) and preferred exercise types.
Relevant content has been updated with the most recent statistics available from the CDC on the physical activity and exercise habits of Americans.
Chapter 3
The discussion of the many health benefits of cardiorespiratory endurance exercise has been updated with the latest research.
A new section discussion the role of cardiorespiratory exercise in increasing acute inflammation and decreasing chronic inflammation.
The Beep Test has been added to Lab 3.1, "Assessing Your Current Level of Cardiorespiratory Endurance".
A new In Focus feature has been added titled "Cross Training Your Way to Fitness".
A new section explores the pros and cons of barefoot running and minimalist footwear.
Chapter 4
Extensive new coverage (with photographs) provides instructions for strength-training exercises that can be done with no or minimal equipment, outside of gym. A set of related videos are available in Connect.
New coverage (with photographs) describes the techniques and benefits of working out with a kettlebell. Related videos are available in Connect.
A new section addresses the efficacy of vibration training.
New content addresses the insignificance of THR when writing a FITT plans for strength/endurance.
Chapter 5
The Front Plank test has been added to Lab 5.4, "Assessing Muscular Endurance for Low-Back Health"
Stability ball exercises have been added to the section on Low-Back Stretches, along with a related video in Connect.
Chapter 6
All data and information on the prevalence of overweight and obesity among American adults has been updated; two new figures better represent this data visually.
The coverage of BMI has been significantly updated with new information regarding the problems of using BMI to predict health and longevity.
A new section outlines the relationship between body composition and somatotype.
Bioelectrical Impedance and U.S. Navy Circumference Methods have been added to Lab 6.1, "Assessing Body Mass Index and Body Composition."
Chapter 7
The section on stability balls includes new information regarding their efficacy as a training tool.
New content addresses the link between weight training programs and blood vessel stiffness.
The section on using apps in your training programs now includes the Nike Training Club.
Chapter 8
The coverage of fats has been completely revised to reflect the latest research on the health effects of saturated, trans, monosaturated, and polysaturated fats.
The section on carbohydrates has been extensively updated and revised.
A new section addresses the prevalence of functional foods in the American diet.
Coverage of the 2011 Food Safety Modernization Act has been added.
Chapter 9
Statistics on overweight and obesity in the United States have been updated throughout the chapter.
A new section, "Overweight and Obesity Defined," clarifies the definitions and implications of these two terms.
A new "Critical Consumer" box, "Is Any Diet Best for Weight Loss?", addresses the proven success rates of various popular weight-loss diets.
The discussion of hidden and undisclosed ingredients in weight-loss drugs has been extensively updated.
The box "Diversity Matters: Gender, Ethnicity, and Body Image" has been updated to reflect the latest research.
Chapter 10
The discussion of the relationship between exercise and mental health has been extensively updated to reflect the latest research and recommendations.
Relevant statistics have been updated with the latest findings from the 2011 Stress in America survey.
Coverage of the relationship between sleep problems and stress has been updated with the latest data from the National Sleep Foundation.
Chapter 11
All statistics have been updated to reflect the latest data from the American Heart Association's Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics, 2013
The section "What to do in Case of a Heart Attack, Stroke, or Cardiac Arrest" has been updated with the latest recommendations from the American Heart Association.
Coverage of the effect of exercise on CVD risk has been extensively updated with new research findings and guidelines.
Chapter 12
All statistics have been updated to reflect the latest data from authoritative sources, including the American Cancer Society's Cancer Facts and Figures, 2013.
A new "In Focus" box, "Genetic Testing", discusses genetic testing for and possible genetic treatment of cancer.
Table 12.2, "Screening Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer", has been updated with the latest recommendations from the American Cancer Society.
New coverage addresses emerging cancer treatments, such as monoclonal antibody therapy.
Chapter 13
The chapter has been revised throughout to reflect the new definitions of dependence and addiction present in DSM-5.
A new section discusses the "flushing syndrome" exhibited by some people in response to alcohol.
The discussion of the effects of smoking during pregnancy has been updated to reflect the latest research.
The section, "Action Against Tobacco", has been updated with the latest legislation against tobacco at the local, state, and federal level
Chapter 14
The chapter has been updated with the terminology "sexually transmitted infection," to reflect the latest scientific usage.
Statistics throughout the chapter have been updated with the latest information from sources such as the CDC, WHO, Guttmacher Institute, and others.
The box "Evidence for Exercise: Does Exercise Help or Harm the Immune System" has been updated with the latest research.
Chapter 15
All data and statistics have been updated with the latest findings from the World Health Organization, World Wildlife Fund, United Nations, and others.
New coverage addresses the prevalence, pros, and cons of biodiesel and all-electric vehicles.
Updated coverage of nuclear power includes the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster.
A new section on noise pollution includes recommendations for avoiding hearing damage.
2015