Fit & Well Brief Edition: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness

Author: Thomas Fahey (Author)

Edition: 12th

Language: English

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Higher Education

Publication Date: January 22, 2016

Description: Fit & Well offers students the knowledge and skills essential for making meaningful and lasting behavior change. This new edition integrates proven science-based content with digital teaching tools and introduces liveWell – an innovative online multimedia program aimed at enhancing college students’ exercise, eating, and stress management habits.

The book motivates students through its authoritative science-based information, written by experts in exercise science, physical education, and health education. It covers key topics such as mind-body health research, diversity, gender, and consumer health, providing accurate and reliable current information. Engaging online tools enable personalized learning, development of fitness programs, and lifetime wellness plans with activities like self-assessments, fitness labs, videos on timely health topics, exercise demonstrations, a daily fitness and nutrition log, sample programs, and behavior change tips.

The text fosters research skills, critical thinking, and behavior change skills. It includes the use of Connect and LearnSmart – web-based platforms that promote active learning and efficient teaching for instructors. These tools offer adaptive assessment through an integrated multimedia eBook, enhancing student engagement with daily technologies they already utilize.