Presenting an engaging, up-to-date overview of exercise science and its related fields, ACSM’s Introduction to Exercise Science, 4th Edition, guides ...
Presenting an engaging, up-to-date overview of exercise science and its related fields, ACSM’s Introduction to Exercise Science, 4th Edition, guides students to success throughout their courses and delivers a robust exploration of potential careers for today’s exercise science professionals.
This full-color resource combines a succinct, accessible approach with the proven expertise of the American College of Sports Medicine — the leading authority in exercise science and sports medicine — to establish a practical understanding of how human movement assists individuals in their pursuit of good health, appropriate levels of physical activity and exercise, and successful sport and athletic performance. Each chapter illustrates the importance and practical relevance of key topics and provides an insider’s view of the profession through fascinating interviews and online video profiles and field trips. Updated to meet the needs of today’s emerging professionals, this 4th Edition incorporates new resources that emphasize application and help students make a confident transition to practice.
NEW! Project-Based Learning Questions challenge students to integrate and apply their knowledge to commonly encountered scenarios.
Video, audio, and in-text interviews with exercise science professionals highlight the challenges and rewards of increasingly popular exercise science careers.
Thinking Critically Questions drive discussion and deepen understanding of concepts.
Review Questions provide valuable self-assessment opportunities.
Learning Objectives keep students focused on essential chapter takeaways.
Key Terms boxes clarify essential terminology at a glance.
Edition
4
ISBN/ISSN
9781975218607
Product Format
Vitalsource Interactive eBook
Pages
568
Series
Lippincott Connect-ACSM
Edition
4
Publication Date
April 1, 2023
Jeffrey Potteiger
Contents Preface vi Acknowledgments viii Reviewers ix CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Exercise Science 1
What Is Exercise Science 6
History of Exercise Science 9
Exercise Science and the American College of Sports Medicine 16 Academic Preparation in Exercise Science 22 CHAPTER 2 Introduction to Research 39
Research in Exercise Science 40 The Research Process 49
Evidence-Based Practice 60 Student Research in Exercise Science 62 CHAPTER 3 Exercise Science: A Systems Approach 69
Nervous System 72
Muscular System 75
Skeletal System 79
Cardiovascular System 82
Pulmonary System 84
Urinary System 87
Digestive System 90
Endocrine System 93
Immune System 97 Energy Systems 100 CHAPTER 4 Exercise Physiology 115
History of Exercise Physiology 117
The Basis of Study in Exercise Physiology 121
Areas of Study in Exercise Physiology 126 Other Areas of Study 149CHAPTER 5 Clinical Exercise Physiology 159
History of Clinical Exercise Physiology 160 Clinical Exercise Physiologists’ Duties and Responsibilities 164
Specific Disease Conditions 179 Areas of Study in Clinical Exercise Physiology 193 CHAPTER 6 Athletic Training and Sports Medicine 205
History of Athletic Training and Sports Medicine 209 Primary Responsibility Areas of Athletic Training Professionals 214 Sports Medicine 226 Areas of Study in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine 232 CHAPTER 7 Exercise and Sport Nutrition 247
History of Nutrition 250 Basic Nutrients 257 Measuring Nutritional Intake 262 Nutrition for Health 265
Areas of Study in Nutrition for Health 268 Nutrition for Sport 270 Areas of Study in Sport Nutrition 277 CHAPTER 8 Exercise and Sport Psychology 293 History of Exercise and Sport Psychology 296 Study of the Mind and Body 300 Exercise Psychology 312 Exercise Behavior 317 Areas of Study in Exercise and Sport Psychology 321 CHAPTER 9 Motor Behavior 335 History of Motor Behavior 337 Motor Development 341 Motor Learning 348
Motor Control 359 Areas of Study in Motor Behavior 365 CHAPTER 10 Clinical and Sport Biomechanics 377
History of Biomechanics 379 Study of Biomechanics 383
Basic Concepts Related to Movement 390 Complex Movement Concepts 394CHAPTER 11 Assessment and Equipment in Exercise Science 413 Pretesting Guidelines and Procedures 414
Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Function Assessment 417 Musculoskeletal Assessment 428 Energy Balance Assessment 434 Body Composition Assessment 439
Blood Collection Equipment and Assessment 442 Rehabilitation Equipment and Assessment 446 Motor Performance Assessment 449 Behavioral and Psychological Assessment 453 CHAPTER 12 Careers and Professional Issues in Exercise Science 461 Certification, Licensure, and Registration 463 Career Employment and Professional Opportunities 468
Professional Organizations in Exercise Science 479 Professional Organizations Related to Exercise Science 486 U.S. Government Agencies with an Interest in Exercise Science 487 Additional Organizations and Agencies in Exercise Science 493 CHAPTER 13 Exercise Science in the Twenty-First Century 499 Exercise Science and Health 500 Epidemiology and Health Promotion 502
Using Past Information to Improve Future Health 509 What Will the Future Bring? 511
Exercise Science and Sport and Athletic Competition 515 What Will the Future Bring? 516 Index 535
NEW! Project-Based Learning Questions challenge students to integrate and apply their knowledge to commonly encountered scenarios.
Video, audio, and in-text interviews with exercise science professionals highlight the challenges and rewards of increasingly popular exercise science careers.
Thinking Critically Questions drive discussion and deepen understanding of concepts.
Review Questions provide valuable self-assessment opportunities.
Learning Objectives keep students focused on essential chapter takeaways.
Key Terms boxes clarify essential terminology at a glance.
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