Fit & Well: Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness: 2026 Release ISE

1. Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management

2. Principles of Physical Fitness

3. Cardiorespiratory Endurance

4. Muscular Strength and Endurance

5. Functional Movement: Mobility, Flexibility, and Stability

6. Body Composition

7. Healthy Thinking About Weight

8. Putting Together a Complete Fitness Program

9. Nutrition

10. Stress Management and Sleep

11. Cardiovascular Health and Diabetes

12. Cancer

13. Substance Use and Misuse

14. Sexual Wellness

15. Environmental Health

Appendixes

A. Injury Prevention and Personal Safety

B. Monitoring Your Progress

Fit & Well provides students with insightful information and skill-building tools to help them make meaningful and lasting behavior changes. The latest science-based research pairs with tested digital learning tools to improve students' exercise, eating, and stress management habits. Fit & Well is written by experts who work in the fields of exercise science, physical education, and health education and address not just fitness topics, but issues related to mind-body health. This release reflects more wide-ranging language and examples when discussing people and groups, to present a full picture of how different populations experience healthcare, and to ensure that all students see themselves in Fit & Well.