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
Many clients enjoy the sensation of deep tissue massage. Yet some therapists shy away from incorporating this form of massage into their treatments, believing it to require the applicati
Whether you're a crafty vet on the water looking to take your skills to the next level or a recreational rider interested in doing some eye-opening tricks for fun, Water Skiing and Wakeboarding is yo
"John Howard was the first recognizable name in modern-era cycling, and his versatility continues as a world-class masters racer and coach. Mastering Cycling speaks from the master's own perspective a
Therapeutic Recreation Leadership and Programming will help students learn the essential aspects of professional practice while developing a leadership mind-set. The book focuses on the
Students love games, but unfortunately, games are often taught in ways that alienate or exclude less-skilled students. Or worse yet, students find the games boring because they have no v
"Jim Dougherty's book Survival Guide for Coaching Youth Football is a must-have for all youth football coaches. He has years of experience on the subject and can provide unique tips on coaching youth.
Suitable for lecturers, students in physical education, practising teachers, and coaches, this book shows you how to help players learn through the tried and tested knowledge of others and become bett
Offers you the low down on exercise: how much, how often, depending on your age and fitness. This book covers physical activity recommendations for individuals beginning in infancy all the way through
"Coach Panzera helps riders go faster. Quoting the wisdom of past and current cycling legends, he enlivens racing and makes it accessible to the aspiring competitor, Cycling Fast provides the foundati
One school of thought regarding choreography says to teach only the rules of fundamental design and form and have students create from formulas. Another school of thought eschews the fun
"Nutrient Timing for Peak Performance offers the lates research on nutrient timing and explains how to create a personal nutrition plan for success. It is a valuable source of information for serious
Wheelchair Sport provides coaches, teachers, and athletes with the information they need to compete and succeed in wheelchair sports.People who use wheelchairs have a greater opportunity than ever bef
Illustrated with some 130 full-color photographs, Findlay's (North London School of Sports Massage, UK) practical text provides sports massage therapy practitioners and students with the essential too
David Sandler is the lead exercise physiologist on the Emmy Award-winning show Sport Science, which airs on the Fox Sports channel. With Fundamental Weight Training, this strength and conditioning con
Over the past decade and a half, there has been an upsurge of interest among neuroscientists and psychologists in the complex relationship between visual perception, attention, and memory, on the one
Abrams (UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School) is a clinical administrator responsible for the delivery of mental health services for six of New Jersey's 13 state prisons. Based on working with ath
Physical educators are facing increasing demands for accountability while being asked to address the needs of increasingly more diverse classes of students. Unfortunately, many ph
US-based physical therapists Page, Frank, and Lardner present a practical text for clinicians treating patients with musculoskeletal complaints. Studying under the Czech neurologist and physiotherapis
The importance of research and evaluation in the park and recreation industry is becoming increasingly evident as agencies are being asked to justify their existence to a variety of stak
The second edition of FallProof! continues to be the only text to address the multiple dimensions that contribute to balance and mobility. By exploring the reasons underlying falls, readers gain the k
With Big Activity Ball Games, you can - choose from a variety of games to use in school, recreation, or fitness settings—or anywhere you work with youths or adults;- use the easy-to-read game format t
Sport in America: From Colonial Leisure to Celebrity Figures and Globalization, Volume II, presents 18 thought-provoking essays focusing on the changes and patterns in American sport dur
Healthy Breaks: Wellness Activities for the Classroom presents teacher-tested activities that take 5 to 10 minutes to complete. Kindergarten through sixth-grade classroom teachers can ea
More than 12 million players suit up for baseball each year in the US alone. American Baseball Coaches Association Coach of the Year Tom O’Connell presents more than 100 of the best practice games eve
Aimed at general readers, this volume argues that personal energy is the key to leading a fulfilling life and outlines ways to boost energy based on science and practical application. The authors disc
For swimmers, McLeod, an athletic trainer and massage therapist who has served on the US Olympic team's medical staff, presents 74 exercises with step-by-step descriptions and anatomical illustrations
Compact enough to carry on outdoor adventures (6x9"), this detailed guide gives step-by-step instructions for dealing with emergencies in the wilderness, covering everything from assessing the situati
For students and new practitioners who use electromyography (EMG), including exercise scientists, physical and occupational therapists, and motor development specialists, this volume details the chara
Laura Stamm’s Power Skating presents the techniques and drills that Laura Stamm has used to train some of the top professional teams and players. With more than 300 detailed skill-demonstration photog
A stunning, full-color guide for the modern skier, Ultimate Skiing speaks to the intermediate, advanced and racing readership by including updated techniques for modern-shaped ski designs and tips for
For students in ergonomics, human factors, and sport technology and engineering, as well as ergonomists and other health care and exercise professionals, the late Reilly (Research Institute of Sport a
This text for students in recreation, parks, and tourism outlines a step-by-step plan for career development based on the technique of positioning, or placing oneself close to the person, organization
Sport risk management is a key component of any sport and recreation program. To run a successful program, not only do you have to look after the safety and well-being of your participants, but you al
Sport Nutrition for Health and Performance, Second Edition, will help students and practitioners understand the function of the nutrients in the body and how these nutrients affect health and athletic
Rock climbing has been growing in popularity since the 1930s, and it's no wonder. This exciting activity lets you spend time in the outdoors while challenging yourself both physically and mentally and
Aims to fill a gap in the area of clinical management by providing clinicians with a comprehensive guide to the physical management of Parkinson's disease. This title includes surgical, medicinal, sel
You volunteered to coach the soccer team, but are you really ready? How will you teach the fundamental skills, run effective practices, and harness the energy of your young team? Fear not: Survival Gu
Enhancing Cognitive Functioning and Brain Plasticity offers a synergistic view of the complex role of exercise, physical activity, and intellectual stimulation in the cognitive and brain functioning o
Health on Demand and Health and Wellness for Life provide professors teaching general-ed health courses the option to customize their student textbooks to match their syllabi. With a custom Health on
