Introduction to exercise science /
Edited by Terry J. Housh, Dona J. Housh and Glen O. Johnson.
- 5th Edition.
- 1 online resource.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Includes bibliographical references and index
1. An Introduction to Exercise Science (Terry Housh, Dona Housh, and Herbert DeVries) 2. Reading & Interpreting the Literature in Exercise Science (Travis Beck and Joel Cramer)3. Measurement in Exercise Science (Dale Mood)4. Anatomy in Exercise Science (Glen Johnson) 5. Exercise Physiology (Joseph Weir and Loree Weir)6. Exercise Epidemiology (Travis Beck) 7. Athletic Training (Kyle Ebersole and Ronald Pfeiffer)8. Exercise and Sport Nutrition (Joan Eckerson)9. Biomechanics (Nick Stergiou, Ka-Chun Siu, Sara A. Myers and Benjamin Senderling)10. Motor Control (David Sherwood) 11. Exercise and Sport Psychology (Richard Schmidt).
This book is unique in that it is designed for fitness enthusiasts following the non-teaching track in Exercise Science. Those who plan to pursue medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic therapy, occupational therapy, agency/corporate fitness, strength and conditioning, athletic training, and clinical specialties such as cardiac rehabilitation will find the major areas of study covered." Each chapter was written by an expert in each particular area and contains up-to-date information on technology, certifications, professional associations, journals, and career opportunities." For anyone interested in physical education, HPER, kinesiology, exercise science, and human movement studies.