Physiological Bases of Sports Performance

Physiological Bases of Sports Performance

Author: Mark Hargreaves

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 348

ISBN-13:

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Takes an in-depth look at how the body responds to high physical activity in exercise and sport, and on how to enhance performance through a variety of physiological techniques, such as training, nutrition and ergogenic aids.


Physiological Bases of Human Performance During Work and Exercise

Physiological Bases of Human Performance During Work and Exercise

Author: Nigel A. S. Taylor

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780443102714

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Physiological Bases of Human Performance during Work and Exercise is a high-level physiology text for advanced students, researchers and practitioners in the fields of human physiology, exercise science and applied physiology. Eighty internationally recognised scientists from sixteen countries have written chapters within six areas: * Physiological performance limits and human adaptation * The physiological bases of gender differences in performance * Age and human performance * Performance under environmental extremes * Exercise and health interactions * Optimising performance through supplementation Each section contains state-of-the-art reviews of the scientific literature. To stimulate critical thinking, there are thirteen debates and discussions that focus on some of the controversial topics that exist across these disciplines.


Psychological Bases of Sport Injuries 4th Edition

Psychological Bases of Sport Injuries 4th Edition

Author: Andreas Ivarsson

Publisher:

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 9781940067407

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The fourth edition of Psychological Bases of Sport Injuries brings together a diverse and global collection of expert chapter authors to provide insight into the complex intersection of sport psychology and sport injury research. Presenting both applied and theoretical recommendations, this comprehensive, updated textbook employs current research, case studies, and contributors real-life experiences to address an array of important topics including sport injury prevention, psychological factors influencing returning to sport, and ethical concerns when consulting with an injured athlete. New chapters examine contemporary concerns such as psychosocial risk factors for traumatic and overuse injuries, depression and mental health issues following a sport injury, mindfulness in injury rehabilitation, and discusses counseling strategies for each phase of sport injury rehabilitation.


The Physiology of Training for High Performance

The Physiology of Training for High Performance

Author: Duncan MacDougall

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2014-05

Total Pages: 441

ISBN-13: 0199650640

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Provides a thorough, evidence-based understanding of the physiological bases of training for high performance sport to empower students, athletes, and coaches to make informed decisions over the most effective training methods.


The Biochemical Basis of Sports Performance

The Biochemical Basis of Sports Performance

Author: Ronald J Maughan

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2010-05-20

Total Pages: 331

ISBN-13: 019920828X

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`I think the book is an essential text for anyone wishing to study exercise physiology.' Mark Glaister, Saint Mary's College, Surrey --


Textbook of Work Physiology

Textbook of Work Physiology

Author: Per-Olof Åstrand

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 664

ISBN-13: 9780736001403

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This updated and revised fourth edition of the respected Textbook of Work Physiology combines classical issues in exercise and work physiology with the latest scientific findings. The result is an outstanding professional reference that will be indispensable to advanced students, physiologists, clinicians, physical educators--any professional pursuing study of the body as a working machine. Written by world-renowned exercise physiologists and sports medicine specialists, the new edition retains the important historical background and exercise physiology research conducted by the authors over the past 40 years. In addition, it brings you up-to-date on the growth in the field since the previous edition, presenting today's most current scientific research findings. Beyond the scientific details, the book also addresses the application of this information to the fields of exercise physiology and work physiology, making the resource more useful than ever. Textbook of Work Physiology, Fourth Edition includes these updated features: -More than 1,600 references -"Classical studies" and "additional reading" side boxes for those who wish to study a topic more closely -In-depth studies taken from the working world, recreational activities, and elite sport -More than 380 illustrations, tables, and photos -Comprehensive appendix, including glossary, list of symbols, conversion tables, and definitions of terms and units


The Athletic Horse

The Athletic Horse

Author: David R. Hodgson

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2013-06-07

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 0323241921

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- NEW full-color photographs depict external clinical signs, allowing more accurate clinical recognition. - NEW and improved imaging techniques maximize your ability to assess equine performance. - UPDATED drug information is presented as it applies to treatment and to new regulations for drug use in the equine athlete. - NEW advances in methods of transporting equine athletes ensure that the amount of stress on the athlete is kept to a minimum. - NEW rehabilitation techniques help to prepare the equine athlete for a return to the job. - Two NEW authors, Dr. Catherine McGowan and Dr. Kenneth McKeever, are highly recognized experts in the field.


Exercise Physiology for Health, Fitness, and Performance

Exercise Physiology for Health, Fitness, and Performance

Author: Sharon Plowman

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

Published: 2007-06-01

Total Pages: 676

ISBN-13: 9780781784061

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This textbook integrates basic exercise physiology with research studies to stimulate learning, allowing readers to apply principles in the widest variety of exercise and sport science careers. It combines basic exercise physiology with special applications and contains flexible organisation of independent units.


Sports-Specific Rehabilitation

Sports-Specific Rehabilitation

Author: Robert A. Donatelli, PhD, PT, OCS

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2006-10-11

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 0443066426

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A comprehensive resource for focusing on returning injured athletes to their optimal performance! This book discusses exercise principles; muscle fatigue, muscle damage, and overtraining concepts; pathophysiology of overuse injuries; core evaluation in sports-specific testing; physiological basis of exercise specific to sport; and special considerations for the athlete. Secial features such as evidence-based clinical application boxes provide the reader with a solid body of research upon which to base their practice. Aligned to the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice to help learn how to work with athletes' injuries and help them make a physical comeback while following best practices. Incorporation of muscle physiology demonstrates it as the basis for athlete's exercise prescription. Coverage of pathophysiology of overuse injuries illustrates the damage to the musculoskeletal system. Inclusion of treatment and training approaches for athletic rehabilitation shows how to restore the musculoskeletal system back to full flexibility, strength, power, and endurance. Evidence-based clinical application boxes found throughout the book cite key studies and provide real-world application to a clinical setting. Extensive photographs show hands-on demonstrations of important rehabilitation techniques, helping the cinician to accurately apply them during treatment.