Introduction to exercise science / edited by Terry J. Housh, Dona J. Housh and Glen O. Johnson.

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TextLanguage: English Publication details: New York : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2018.Edition: Fifth editionDescription: xvii, 303 pages : illustrations ; 26 cmContent type:

text

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unmediated

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volume

ISBN:

9781138739017 (pbk)

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LOC classification:

QP301 In8 2018

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Contents:

An introduction to exercise science -- Reading and interpreting the literature in exercise science -- Measurement in exercise science -- Anatomy in exercise science -- Exercise physiology -- Exercise epidemiology -- Athletic training -- Exercise and sport nutrition -- Biomechanics -- Motor control and motor learning -- Exercise and sport psychology.

Summary: "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."--Back cover

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Materials specified	URL	Status	Notes	Date due	Barcode
Books	Ladislao N. Diwa Memorial Library Reserve Section	Non-fiction	RUS QP301 In8 2018 (Browse shelf(Opens below))		Link to resource	Room use only	79130		00080709

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"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."--Back cover

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