PHYSIOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE

Textbook for undergraduate courses in exercise physiology. A reference for graduate students in exercise science, exercise scientists, sports medicine specialists, physicians, athletic trainers, kinesiotherapists, physical therapists, physical educators, and fitness specialists.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Kenney, W. Larry (Author), Wilmore, Jack H. 1938-2014 (Author), Costill, David L. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Champaign, IL Human Kinetics Publishers 2020
©2020
©2008
©2004
Edition:SEVENTH EDITION
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Table of Contents:
  • Structure and function of exercising muscle
  • Fuel for exercise : bioenergetics and muscle metabolism
  • Neural control of exercising muscle
  • Hormonal control during exercise
  • Energy expenditure, fatigue, and muscle soreness
  • The cardiovascular system and its control
  • The respiratory system and its regulation
  • Cardiorespiratory responses to acute exercise
  • Principles of exercise training
  • Adaptations to resistance training
  • Adaptations to aerobic and anaerobic training
  • Exercise in hot and cold environments
  • Exercise at altitude
  • Training for sport
  • Body composition and nutrition for sport
  • Ergogenic aids in sport
  • Children and adolescents in sport and exercise
  • Aging in sport and exercise
  • Sex differences in sport and exercise
  • Prescription of exercise for health and fitness
  • Cardiovascular disease and physical activity
  • Obesity, diabetes, and physical activity.