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Exercise Science For Dummies

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A comprehensive guide to the science of movement Exercise Science For Dummies covers must-know information about the how and why of body movement. This useful primer includes content typically found in an introductions course to this topic area—covering exercise physiology, biomechanics, and more. With current and... Read More
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Exercise Science For Dummies

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A comprehensive guide to the science of movement

Exercise Science For Dummies covers must-know information about the how and why of body movement. This useful primer includes content typically found in an introductions course to this topic area—covering exercise physiology, biomechanics, and more. With current and helpful guidance, this book includes information on wearable technology, fitness programming across the lifespan, exercise as medicine, and the essentials of human performance, including prevention and care of injuries.

With Exercise Science For Dummies, you'll:

  • Discover the science behind movement and exercise
  • Know the powerful connection between the mind and body
  • Understand exercise as a form of medicine
  • Explore fitness across the lifespan

Exercise Science For Dummies is a great guide for kinesiology and exercise science majors, coaches and personal trainers, athletes, and anyone who would like to know more about movement.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781394323890

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 476g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Steve Glass, PhD, is a professor of exercise physiology at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) with more than 30 years’ experience teaching and developing courses in exercise prescription, sports medicine, and cardiac rehabilitation.

Brian Hatzel, PhD, AT, ATC, is a professor in the Physical Therapy and Athletic Training Department at GVSU with more than 20 years’ experience as an athletic training clinician and educator, having taught courses in athletic training, kinesiology, biomechanics, and injury assessment.

Rick Albrecht, PhD, is a professor emeritus in the Department of Movement Science at GVSU.

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