ME&A Textbook Catalogue 2016

SPORTS AND EXERCISE SCIENCE

ACSM’s Introduction to Exercise Science, 2nd Edition American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Developed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), this engaging and authoritative book provides an overview of exercise science and related areas, such as athletic training and sports medicine, to help readers develop an understanding of the basics of exercise science and the range of career paths in the field.

The Second Edition reflects the most current trends and theories in the field and is enhanced by dynamic new videos that showcase different careers in exercise science. Demonstrating how exercise science principles are applied in real world settings, the book covers all the core disciplines of exercise science, including biomechanics, exercise physiology, sports psychology, motor control and learning, nutrition, and sports injury. 978-1-4511-7672-8 / 496 pp / 2013

ACSM’s Introduction to Strength and Conditioning American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Nicholas Ratamess

Developed by the American College of Sports Medicine, this text offers a comprehensive introduction to the basics of strength training and conditioning based on the latest research findings. ACSM’s Foundations of Strength Training and Conditioning is divided into four parts: Foundations, Physiological Responses and Adaptations, Strength Training and Conditioning Program Design, and Assessment. The text focuses on practical applications, enabling students to develop, implement, and assess the results of training programs that are designed to optimise strength, power, and athletic performance. 978-0-7817-8267-8 / 560 pp / 377 full colour illus, 61 tables / 2011

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