A comprehensive guide to the science of movement
Exercise Science For Dummies covers must-know information about the how and why to body movement. This useful primer covers content found in a typical introduction course in this topic area—which includes the likes of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and more. With current and helpful guidance, this book includes information on wearable technology, fitness programming across the lifespan, exercise as medicine, and the 101 on human performance, including prevention and care of injuries.
With Exercise Science For Dummies, you'll:
- Discover the science behind movement and exercise
- Know the powerful connection between the mind and body
- Understand exercise as a form of medicine
- Explore fitness across the lifespan
Exercise Science For Dummies is a great guide for kinesiology and exercise science majors, coaches and personal trainers, athletes, and anyone who would like to know more about movement.
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Exercise Science 5
Chapter 1: Introducing Exercise Science 7
Chapter 2: Better than a Pill: Exercise Is Medicine 19
Part 2: Powering the Body: Exercise Physiology 31
Chapter 3: Lets Move, Baby! The Muscles 33
Chapter 4: Keeping the Big Wheel Turning: Exercise Metabolism 63
Chapter 5: The Bodys Engine: The Cardiovascular System 91
Chapter 6: Earthlings and the Earth: Adapting to Your Environment 119
Part 3: The Physics of Movement: Basic Biomechanics 137
Chapter 7: Planning Your Movements: Motor Control 139
Chapter 8: The Nuts and Bolts of Movement 157
Chapter 9: These Joints Are A-Jumping 185
Chapter 10: Assessing Movement: Motion Analysis 213
Part 4: Improving Fitness and Performance: Putting It All Together 237
Chapter 11: Improving Physical Fitness: Training Wisely 239
Chapter 12: Managing Your Body, Not the Other Way Around 253
Chapter 13: Molding the Clay: Body Composition and Weight Management 267
Chapter 14: Measuring Performance: Fitness Trackers and the Wearables Craze
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Chapter 15: Eating for Success: Sports Nutrition 295
Part 5: The Part of Tens 319
Chapter 16: Ten Foundations of Fitness 321
Chapter 17: Ten Facts about Obesity and Physical Inactivity 327
Chapter 18: Ten (or So) Careers for Exercise Scientists 333
Index 339
Steve Glass, PhD, is a professor of exercise physiology at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) with more than 30 years experience teaching and developing courses in exercise prescription, sports medicine, and cardiac rehabilitation.
Brian Hatzel, PhD, AT, ATC, is a professor in the Physical Therapy and Athletic Training Department at GVSU with more than 20 years experience as an athletic training clinician and educator, having taught courses in athletic training, kinesiology, biomechanics, and injury assessment.
Rick Albrecht, PhD, is a professor emeritus in the Department of Movement Science at GVSU.
