It Takes a Team to Condition an Athlete: The Role of NCAA, ACSM, and Coaches in PromotingHealth and Safety Among Student-Athletes and Coachesexplores the fact the health andlives of student-athletes are precious and reviews several of the factors involved in theirwell-being. In that regard, the DVD discusses the ways in which the NCAA, ACSM, andcoaches can impact the basic wellness level of student-athletes. Featuring four highlyrespected professionals, the DVD offers almost two hours of information, ideas, and insightson this compelling issue.
Among the topics covered:
Among the topics covered:
- Risks of competing in extreme environments (W. Larry Kenney)
- NCAA health acclimation plan for summer practices
- Coaching lifetime health and fitness for coaches and athletes (Floyd A. Keith)
- "Close the gap": addressing disparities in the treatment of heart disease
- Promoting and developing studentathlete safety, excellence, and wellness (Brian Hainline)
- NCAA sport science institute
- The team physician`s influence on the current and future health of student athletes (Lisa Barkley)
- ACSM team physician consensus statement
