22 April 2013, 10:00
This newly updated edition provides students with a solid background in sport science and prepares them for further study and course work.
Its broad scope acknowledges the diverse interests and aspirations that students have in pursuing professional and scholarly careers as well as teaching or coaching.
Top sport scientists expand discussion of physical activity beyond just exercise, sport, or health-related activity in an effort to broaden conceptions of the subject and highlight the potential contributions of all its many other facets.
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8 May 2012, 12:03
The only statistics text currently available specifically for exercise science students, Statistics in Kinesiology, Fourth Edition, provides an accessible introduction to statistics concepts and techniques and their applications to exercise science-related areas.
Students will learn to use statistical tools to analyze quantitative data and then apply that knowledge to many of the common questions and problems they will encounter as they continue their studies.
It has been fully updated with new content that reflects the changing face of exercise science, while still retaining the features that made previous editions such a success.
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6 June 2011, 10:41
International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity
University Paris West Nanterre la Défense
July 4th to July 8th, 2011
The International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity was organized to raise awareness and provide an outstanding setting for professionals to interact with world leaders and international colleagues in adapted physical activity.
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15 November 2010, 11:52
The more dancers know their bodies, the more accomplished they can become.
Experiential Anatomy in Dance Technique: Eight Skeletal Explorations will help instructors develop class material that allows their students to improve their understanding of their bodies.
In doing so, they will develop their ability to make educated choices about their movements while becoming more dynamic and versatile dancers.
This DVD offers a basic understanding of human anatomy for instructors and students who have not completed any anatomy or kinesiology courses.
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17 June 2010, 10:32
Unique in its scope, depth of content, organization and approach to the subject, the sixth edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription will help exercise science students and practitioners bridge the gap between research and practice.
It combines concepts and theories from exercise physiology, kinesiology, measurement, psychology and nutrition to provide a clearly defined approach to physical fitness testing and the design of individualized exercise programmes.
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15 April 2010, 22:00
One of the many strengths of Fundamentals of Motor Behavior is its focus on the real-world application of the information presented.
The text takes concepts taught in advanced motor behaviour courses and shows how they are relevant to everyday living.
With this approach, even students who know nothing about the subject will feel comfortable learning new terms and material.
The book first defines motor behaviour and explains how students can apply it to pursue various academic and professional career paths.
It then discusses the concepts and principles of motor behaviour that students will need in order to pursue a career in the field.
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16 March 2010, 14:23
Most coaches are reluctant to study sport mechanics as from experience they equate it with boring texts, dry formulas, baffling calculations and indecipherable scientific terminology.
Well thank goodness, that’s not the case with Sport Mechanics for Coaches which provides an introductory look at the mechanics of sport in a manner that’s both understandable and usable for newcomers to the field.
Since the previous edition was published, technological advancements have expanded the coach’s and athlete’s toolbox.
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16 January 2010, 11:58
This book integrates anatomy and biomechanics to describe the intimate relationship between the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system.
With the aid of nearly 700 detailed, full-color illustrations, this unique reference thoroughly explores the biomechanical characteristics of musculoskeletal components and examines the response and adaptation of these components to the physical stress imposed by everyday activities.
The second edition of Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System also includes new information on the effects of ageing on muscle function as well as a new appendix with illustrations of each muscle group and tables detailing the origin, insertion and action of individual muscles.
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1 June 2009, 14:52
Bologna, Italy, 21-25th June, 2009
The International Society for Posture and Gait Research is holding its XIX Biennial Conference in Bologna, Italy.
The meeting will be chaired by Lorenzo Chiari, of the University of Bologna and Antonio Nardone, of the University of Eastern Piedmont and Salvatore Maugeri Foundation.
The Society provides a multidisciplinary forum for basic and clinical scientists and holds regular meetings in order to present and discuss the latest research and clinical findings regarding the control of posture, gait and related disorders.
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16 April 2009, 08:17
Yoga is fast gaining popularity in gyms, schools and community programmes for one very good reason – it provides an antidote to our helter skelter, technology-based lifestyles, allowing us to dig deepe and learn more about ourselves and the world around us.
Teaching Yoga for Life: Preparing Children and Teens for Healthy, Balanced Living, allows instructors to employ a simple, safe and pragmatic method for yoga instruction even if they’ve never taught it before.
The clear, step-by-step directions and illustrations make it easy to present each of the activities, lessons and 52 poses included in the book.
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