ACE’s Practical Guide to Functional Upper-Body Anatomy DVD

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Sabrena Newton (fitness instructor trainer) 2008 US Price: $49.95 DVD | Length: 69 minutes 827008267491 ACE’s Practical Guide to Functional Upper-Body Anatomy is a resource that was created specifically for personal trainers and group-fitness instructors that lays the foundation for understanding how anatomy affects movement. Hands-on learning examples allow viewers to apply what they learn to their own bodies. The DVD also covers the basic vocabulary of anatomy related to the upper body, describing gross anatomical structures that are essential knowledge for all fitness professionals. Each muscle description is followed by examples of effective exercises, enabling viewers to apply their knowledge of anatomy in a practical way. Among the topics covered: Neutral anatomical position Flexion/extension Abduction, adduction, and rotation Pronation and supination Pelvic tilt Various joint movements—wrist, hand and ankle, foot Scapular movement Sagittal, frontal, and transverse planes of movement Muscle characteristics Major muscle groups The muscles that act on the scapulae The muscles that act on the shoulder The muscles that act on the elbow

About the Author

Sabrena Newton, MS, has been actively involved in the fitness industry since 1987. She has taught group exercise, owned and operated her own personal-training business, managed fitness departments in commercial fitness facilities, and lectured to university students and established fitness professionals. She has a bachelor’s degree in exercise science, as well as a master’s degree in physical education from the University of Kansas, and has numerous certifications in exercise instruction. Newton also educates other fitness professionals about current industry topics of interest through speaking engagements at local establishments and national conferences.