ACSM's Resource Manual for Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescriptionwas created as a complement toACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and elaborates on all major aspects of preventative rehabilitation and fitness programs and the major position stands of the ACSM. The 7th edition provides information necessary to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities set forth in the new edition ofGuidelines,and explains the science behind the exercise testing and prescription.ACSM's Resource Manualis a comprehensive resource for those working in the fitness and clinical exercise fields, as well as those in academic training.