Publisher's Synopsis
Physical Activity & Health, Fifth Edition assists and encourage students in developing a personalized physical activity and health plan based on information gleaned from the latest scientific evidence and research. The text uses a distinct interactive approach that instills confidence in students to improve their health and well-being. Through its clear and systematic coverage of the essentials of personal health and fitness, Physical Activity & Health equips students with the information, skills, and practical know-how to gain control of their health. Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools. Key Features: -NEW - "Assess Yourself" workbook activities have been incorporated into the text and are included in Navigate 2 as writable PDFs -NEW - "Where Am I?" boxes provide students with the opportunity to assess their readiness to change using the Stages of Change behavior change model -NEW - "The Me I Want to Be" boxes encourage students to construct a personal action plan while also measuring the reader's level of self-efficacy -UPDATED - Revised statistics and data incorporated throughout the text reflect the current state of physical activity and health status in the U.S and around the world
