Introduction to kinesiology studying physical activity
Offers an introduction to the field of sport science available and provides students a solid background in the subject and prepares them for further study and course work. This title acknowledges the diverse interests and aspirations that students have in pursuing professional and scholarly careers...
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| Language: | English |
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Champaign, IL
Human Kinetics
2013.
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| Edition: | 4th ed. |
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Table of Contents:
- The spheres of physical activity experience / Shirl J. Hoffman
- The importance of physical activity experiences / Shirl J. Hoffman
- The importance of subjective experiences in physical activity / Shirl J. Hoffman
- Philosophy of physical activity / Scott Kretchmar and Cesar R. Torres
- History of physical activity / Richard A. Swanson
- Sociology of physical activity / Katherine M. Jamieson and Margaret Carlisle Duncan
- Motor behavior / Katherine T. Thomas and Jerry R. Thomas
- Sport and exercise psychology / Robin S. Vealey
- Biomechanics of physical activity / Kathy Simpson
- Physiology of physical activity / Jennifer L. Caputo
- Becoming a physical activity professional / Shirl J. Hoffman
- Careers in health and fitness / Sandra Minor Bulmer and Jeremy Howell
- Careers in therapeutic exercise / Chad Starkey
- Careers in teaching physical education / Kim C. Graber and Thomas J. Templin
- Careers in coaching and sport instruction / Joseph A. Luxbacher and Shirl J. Hoffman
- Careers in sport management / G. Clayton Stoldt and Mark C. Vermillion.