ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription 12th Edition

ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 12th Edition by Cemal Ozemek; Amanda Bonikowske; Jeffrey Christle; Paul Gallo is the authoritative resource every health, fitness, and medical professional needs. This fully revised edition translates the latest evidence into practical protocols for safe, effective exercise testing and individualized prescription.

Start with confidence: clear risk stratification and up-to-date testing protocols help clinicians, exercise physiologists, cardiac rehabilitation specialists, athletic trainers, and personal trainers conduct meaningful assessments across populations. Discover practical guidance on graded exercise testing, VO2max interpretation, and functional capacity evaluation—designed to support decisions in clinical and fitness settings across the United States and internationally.

Engage with actionable content: concise algorithms, outcome-driven charts, and step-by-step prescription frameworks make it simple to apply principles such as FITT and intensity monitoring in real-world practice. Special-population guidance covers metabolic disease, cardiovascular conditions, older adults, and pediatric considerations—ensuring safe, individualized plans.

Transform patient and client outcomes with evidence-based strategies for exercise prescription that emphasize progression, adherence, and measurable results. Whether you manage a hospital clinic, community fitness center, or academic program, this edition enhances professional credibility and day-to-day effectiveness.

Equip your practice with the current standard in exercise testing and prescription. Order ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, 12th Edition today to bring industry-leading science and practical tools to your assessments and exercise programs.

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