In this update of the 2006 edition, Tiidus, a fellow professor of kinesiology and physical education at Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, and a Canadian biochemist introduce exerc
"Massage Therapy: Integrating Research and Practice" presents the latest research examining the evidence for the use of various massage therapy techniques in treating pathological conditions and speci
Offers innovative and thoughtful schemes that raise money for your cause without compromising the physical activity, health and ecological messages adopted by individual schools and organizations. Thi
Want to increase your speed, endurance, and efficency? Learn how to apply the latest in cycling research, science and technology to train smarter, ride longer, and race faster.
Offers advice for improving running speed, helping runners overcome physical and psychological obstacles, rethink traditional training methods, and customize training programs to achieve running goals
To be a complete rugby player, you must master both the physical and mental skills of the game. This training program will sharpen your mental skills and unleash your full potential.
Sedentary habits have been identified as a major public health problem in many countries. The timely Physical Activity and Health addresses an unmet need by providing a comprehensive treatment of the
Teaches the activities and exercises intended to develop athletic endurance, and includes important information about nutrition, hydration, and anatomy.
Huber, a coach and professor of counseling and educational psychology and kinesiology at Indiana U. at Bloomington, explains how to apply the principles and theories of educational psychology to coach
For students and practitioners of massage therapy, physical therapy, osteopathy, and related fields, Johnson, a physiotherapist and sports massage therapist in the UK, presents a beginner's guide to d
"ACSM's Guide to Exercise and Cancer Survivorship" presents the science behind the benefits of exercise for cancer survival and survivorship as well as the application of that science to the design or
"Core Concepts in Athletic Training and Therapy" provides a balanced introduction to the knowledge, skills, and clinical abilities that span the profession of athletic training. Students in athletic t
In this text for undergraduates, Jurin (University of Northern Colorado) uses a conversational writing style as he shows how students can live a sustainable lifestyle. The text goes beyond environment
"NSCA's Guide to Tests and Assessments" offers strength and conditioning professionals a one-stop resource for the best research-supported fitness and performance measures available. Created by top ex
"Advances in Motivation in Sport and Exercise, Third Edition, " presents the most current information in sport and exercise motivation, including discussion of new research surrounding self-determinat
Advanced Analysis of Motor Development explores how research is conducted in testing major issues and questions in motor development. It also looks at the evolution of research in the fi
NSCA's Guide to Program Design offers the most current information, guidance, and protocols from respected scientists and practitioners with expertise in strength and conditioning progra
This comprehensive guide from two-time world champion Per Welinder and skateboarding advocate Peter Whitley will improve the skateboard skills of competitive and recreational riders alike. Mastering S
Provides an analysis of the tools and methods used in sport and exercise psychology research. By examining these measurement tools, this title assists readers in determining strengths and limitations
In the latest edition of his book Fitness Education for Children: A Team Approach, Stephen Virgilio emphasizes the importance of collaboration to combat obesity and promote active lifest
Davis, an adapted physical education teacher, therapeutic recreation specialist, and yoga teacher, shares with teachers, therapists, recreation specialists, caregivers, and parents 453 skills and acti
Basketball: Steps to Success details the skills and tactics needed for excellence on the court. Hal Wissel, renowned college and professional coach, shooting instructor and special consultant to NBA p
If anyone is qualified to write a strategy and guide book on basketball for women it is Hall of Famer and Olympian, Nancy Lieberman. This book is easy on the eyes with bolded titles, stand-out section
Successful Sports Officiating will help prepare aspiring and inexperienced officials for the rigors of the job. Written by leading experts in the officiating field—boasting experience at
This guide prepared by the American Kinesiology Association provides vocational guidance for thirty six sport and fitness careers. The description of each career follows the same format, providing inf
WBCA's Plays & Strategies presents a detailed and comprehensive guide to scoring drawn from the programs of 25 top coaches in women's collegiate basketball. Designed specifically for the women's g
Successful coaches and world-class rowers come together to present the techniques, training methods and racing strategies that make rowers faster and more efficient in the water. Original.
Presents techniques and tactics for football coaches at every level of the spot, providing drills, offensive and defensive formations, and tips for executing each play.
The great Sir Donald Bradman’s test-match batting average of 99.94 is an achievement matching that of any other sporting great. Now, you can achieve greatness as well with Cricket: 99.94
An exploration of Latino culture and its relationship to sport. It provides an account of this population's role in US sport history. It discusses the evolution of sport, games and physical activity.
For health professionals interested in promoting and implementing physical activity and health promotion programs, Lee (obesity research and health and human performance, U. of Houston) et al. introdu
This illustrated guide to strength training outlines muscle-specific workouts based on anatomical principles. Covering over two hundred exercises, the volume provides full color instructional photogra
Softball Skills and Drills is based on the expertise of one of the NCAA's all-time winningest coaches, Judi Garman (1,124 victories), and current Cal State Fullerton head coach, Michelle Gromacki. The
Austin (exercise physiologist, nutritionist, and strength and conditioning specialist) and Seebohar (certified sport dietetics specialist and owner of Fuel4mance, a nutritional consulting firm) offer
Here's the "missing guide" for slowpitch softball. It's not a fastpitch softball book adapted to slowpitch softball. It's a comprehensive and original instructional guide to the unique sport of slowp
As has been proven by the success of John Parker’s Once a Runner and Christopher McDougall’s Born to Run, runners want reading material that goes beyond techniques and workouts. In Runners on Running,
In the United States alone, more than 45 million participants play pool--almost twice the participation rate of golf. With over 250 full-color illustrations and photos, Pool Player’s Edge gives reader
As a columnist for MuscleMag International, over 600,000 readers a month rely on the expertise of weightlifting expert and orthopedic surgeon Nick Evans. Men’s Body Sculpting takes the guesswork out o
Recognized as one of the world's premier fitness professionals, California-based Blahnik has 25-plus years of teaching and training experience; he has been featured as a fitness expert in 200-plus mag
Sharkey, a fitness researcher, retired educator at the U. of Montana, and author, offers a guide that uses illustrations, charts, and graphs to show how different types of exercise and activity work a
