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Hardbound / ISBN: 978-1-4963-2318-7 / (US$117.99 / £80.00 / €93.00) Worldwide
Approx. 760 pp. / February 2017
Note to Booksellers:
The previous edition published in February, 2013. (ISBN: 978-1-4511-7611-7)
Exercise Physiology for Health Fitness
and Performance
Fifth Edition
By
Sharon A. Plowman, PhD,
and
Denise L. Smith, PhD
DESCRIPTION
The new edition of Plowman and Smith’s renowned text contin-
ues to the authoritative textbook for teaching Exercise Physiology.
This engaging and beautifully designed text integrates theoretical
and research based basic exercise physiology with real-world ap-
plication to prepare students for exciting positions in exercise sci-
ence, fitness, physical education, athletic training, rehabilitation,
coaching and/or allied health professions. Accessible and engag-
ing, the 5th Edition offers coverage of foundational science and
critical exercise physiology topics. Organized by independent units (Metabolic, Cardiovascular-respirato-
ry, Neuromuscular-skeletal, and Neuroendocrine-immune) this text offers maximum teaching flexibility
for faculty and consistent presentation of material for the student.
FEATURES
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A consistent pedagogical approach
in each unit ensures that basic concepts are presented first so
that application that follows can more easily be understood.
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Integrated coverage of both sexes and all ages
, including the exercise responses of females vs
males, children and adolescents vs adults, and older vs younger adults to reflect real-world situations
and allow for appropriate application of exercise principles.
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Engaging writing and rich illustrations
that explain foundational science and relevant research to
help students apply learning to real life examples.
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Expanded
Check Your Comprehension
features
now include
case studies
(at least one in every
chapter) that engage the student as an active learner to link content to practice.
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Focus on Research
boxes
expose students to classic studies, particularly relevant research, and new
discoveries in the field.
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Focus on Application
boxes
help students relate basic concepts to clinical situations.
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Exercise icons and color coding within figures
represent specific exercise response patterns and
allow for quick recognition of conditions.
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A vibrant art program
provides a visually engaging experience for students.
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Definition boxes
appear on the same page as key terms to help students master the vocabulary of the
field.
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In-book learning aids,
including chapter objectives, chapter summaries, and chapter review
questions, enhance learning and recall
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Online animations and videos
called out in the text direct students to engaging, interactive online
learning resources.
ALLIED HEALTH
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