Exercise Science for Dummies - Paperback

by Steve Glass (Author), Brian Hatzel (Author), Rick Albrecht (Author)

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.

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Discover the science of exercise and movement

Exercise Science For Dummies delivers accurate and insightful info about how your body moves -- and why it moves that way -- in an easy-to-read book that's perfect for exercise professionals, athletes, personal trainers, and anyone interested in athletics or exercise. In this book, you'll learn about everything from wearable technology to the use of exercise as a form of preventive and rehabilitative medicine. You'll also explore fitness options across the human lifespan.

Inside...

• Learn how weight management works
• Prevent and manage injuries
• Use wearable fitness technology
• Measure athletic performance
• Know exercise techniques for any age
• Understand exercise physiology
• Maximize your physical performance
• Optimize your sports nutrition

Author Biography

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.