Information de reference pour ce titreAccession Number: | 00124278-200202000-00004.
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Author: | MALEK, MOH H. 1; NALBONE, DAVID P. 2; BERGER, DALE E. 3; COBURN, JARED W. 4
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Institution: | (1)UCLA Exercise Physiology Research Laboratory, Los Angeles, CA 90095; (2)Hamilton College, Department of Psychology, Clinton, New York 13323; (3)Claremont Graduate University, Department of Psychology, Claremont, California 91711; (4)University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of Health and Human Performance, Lincoln, Nebraska 68588.
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Source: | Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. 16(1):19-24, February 2002.
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Abstract: | Using a questionnaire developed for the current study, the Fitness Instructors Knowledge Assessment (FIKA(R)), we examined relations between commonly used indicators of knowledge (training and experience) and actual knowledge in the five areas of (a) nutrition, (b) health screening, (c) testing protocols, (d) exercise prescription, and (e) general training knowledge regarding special populations. FIKA provided reliable measures of knowledge in these areas, which are of critical importance in developing an optimal fitness program for the client and for avoiding unnecessary injuries. A survey of 115 health fitness professionals revealed that a bachelor's degree in the field of exercise science and possession of American College of Sports Medicine or the National Strength and Conditioning Association certifications as opposed to other certifications were strong predictors of a personal trainer's knowledge, whereas years of experience was not related to knowledge. These findings suggest that personal fitness trainers should have licensing requirements, such as a bachelor's degree in exercise science and certification by an organization whose criteria are extensive and widely accepted, before being allowed to practice their craft.
(C) 2002 National Strength and Conditioning Association
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Author Keywords: | personal trainers; health clubs; fitness industry; FIKA; fitness certification.
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Language: | English.
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Document Type: | Original Article: PDF Only.
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Journal Subset: | Clinical Medicine.
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ISSN: | 1064-8011
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NLM Journal Code: | 9415084
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