Legal Standards and Guidelines for Fitness Professionals

The American College of Sports Medicine and the National Strength and Conditioning Association have each developed and published standards and guidelines for conducting safe fitness programs. Legal Standards and Guidelines for Fitness Professionals provides an overview of these standards and guidelines, as they pertain to health/fitness professionals. The DVD also explores how these standards and guidelines give rise to legal expectations for health/fitness professionals.

Among the topics covered:

• Injuries while exercising
• Risk management
• Philosophy
• Pre-participation screening
• Qualified personnel
• Proper instruction
• Proper supervision
• Proper facilities and equipment
• Emergency response plan
• Proper documentation
• Special concerns with children
• Conform to laws, regulations, and standards
• Supplements, ergogenic aids, and drugs