Introduction to Exercise Science
eBook - ePub

Introduction to Exercise Science

  1. 304 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Introduction to Exercise Science

About this book

The fifth edition of Introduction to Exercise Science introduces students to every core area of study in the discipline. It comprises concise chapters which introduce the history, key lines of inquiry relating to both health and performance, technology, certifications, professional associations, and career opportunities associated with each area. No other book offers such a wide-ranging, evidence-based introduction to exercise science. Written by leading and experienced experts, chapters include:

  • reading and interpreting literature

  • measurement in exercise science

  • anatomy in exercise science

  • exercise physiology

  • exercise epidemiology

  • athletic training

  • exercise and sport nutrition

  • biomechanics

  • motor control

  • exercise and sport psychology

Packed with pedagogical features—from journal abstract examples to study questions and further reading suggestions—and accompanied by a website including practical lab exercises, Introduction to Exercise Science is a complete resource for a hands-on introduction to the core tenets of exercise science. It is an engaging and invaluable textbook for students beginning undergraduate degrees in Kinesiology, Sport & Exercise Science, Sports Coaching, Strength & Conditioning, Athletic Training, Sports Therapy, Sports Medicine, and Health & Fitness.

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Yes, you can access Introduction to Exercise Science by Dona J. Housh, Terry J. Housh, Glen O. Johnson, Terry J. Housh,Dona J. Housh,Glen O. Johnson,Dona J. McCanlies, Terry J. Housh, Dona J. Housh, Glen O. Johnson in PDF and/or ePUB format. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher
Routledge
Year
2017
eBook ISBN
9781351711098
Topic
Medicine

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Table of Contents
  6. List of Exhibits
  7. List of Boxes
  8. About the Editors and Contributors
  9. Preface
  10. Acknowledgments
  11. 1 An Introduction to Exercise Science
  12. 2 Reading and Interpreting the Literature in Exercise Science
  13. 3 Measurement in Exercise Science
  14. 4 Anatomy in Exercise Science
  15. 5 Exercise Physiology
  16. 6 Exercise Epidemiology
  17. 7 Athletic Training
  18. 8 Exercise and Sport Nutrition
  19. 9 Biomechanics
  20. 10 Motor Control and Motor Learning
  21. 11 Exercise and Sport Psychology
  22. Glossary
  23. Index