Mastering the CPAT by Al Wasser

Mastering the CPAT by Al Wasser

This exceptional resource provides aspiring firefighters with the information needed to pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test. It begins by exploring the background and development of the test, including the role the CPAT plays in the Wellness Fitness Initiative. Principles of designing and implementing an effective training program are outlined next, followed by the roles that physical testing, nutrition, fitness concepts, and mental focusing techniques play in successful CPAT preparation. Finally, each CPAT event is discussed, including approaches and strategies designed to meet challenges.

Chapter One: The CPAT: History And Development Chapter Two: The Four Success Principles Chapter Three: Learning the Skills Chapter Four: Learning the Events Chapter Five: The Master Training Schedule Appendix A: Weight Training Exercises Appendix B: Training Schedules Appendix C: Nutrition Tracking Journals Appendix D: CPAT Course Diagram

Al Wasser received his M.S. degree from Colorado State University. He is certified as a Strength an Conditioning Specialist and as an American Council on Exercise Gold Certified Personal Trainer. A member of the National Strength & Conditioning Association, Al Wasser is also a Fitness Coordinator for Red Rocks Community College. Donna Kimble is an eighteen-year veteran of Westminister Fire Department in Colorado; she is currently a Fire Lieutenant and active in their department fitness program. Donna is a certified Personal Trainer and a certified Peer Fitness Trainer. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration, and is a certified Paramedic.

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ISBN 13	9781418012298
ISBN 10	1418012297
Title	Mastering the CPAT
Author	Al Wasser
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Cengage Learning, Inc
Year published	2006-11-20
Number of pages	176
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