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An Introduction to Human Movement The Sciences of Physical Education

by: Shea, Charles H.; Wright, David L.

An Introduction to Human Movement The Sciences of Physical Education

by: Shea, Charles H.; Wright, David L.

ISBN 13:
9780137951130
ISBN 10:
0137951132
Edition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 01/09/1997
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings

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Summary

This new book is designed for the newly developing curriculum emerging in the field of Physical Education Exercise Science. Today, there is a renewed interest and dedication to the scientific study of human movement. This is reflected in the trend for physical education programs to change their names to departments of Kinesiology, Exercise and Sport Sciences, Human Movement, etc. This book captures this shift in the field of physical education by covering each of the sub-disciplines related to the study of human movement at an introductory level. For professionals in the field of physical education.

Each chapter opens with ldquo;Chapter Objectivesrdquo; and closes with ldquo;
Final Comment,rdquo;
ldquo;Questions for Thought,rdquo;
ldquo;Key Terms,rdquo;
ldquo;Advanced Resources,rdquo; and ldquo;References.rdquo;
Introduction to the Sciences of Human Movement
Introduction
Historical Perspective
Early Contributions Age of Enlightenment Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century Twentieth Century Today and Tomorrow
A Family of Disciplines
Anatomical Kinesiology Biomechanics Exercise Physiology Fitness and Health Motor Development Motor Learning and Control Sport Psychology Sport Pedagogy
Highlights
Outsmarting the Future Surfing the Net: Gateway to the World
The Scientific Study of Human Movement
Introduction
The Scientific Process
Bottom-up Thinking: Observation to Theory Top-down Thinking: Theory and Deduction Is Theory Necessary? Scientific Tools
Measurement Sampling Experimental Paradigms Statistics
Experimental Validity
Internal Validity: Cause of the Results External Validity: Generalizability Ecological Validity: The Real World
Research and Theory Into Practice
Highlights
Computers: A Historical Perspective Ethical Treatment of Human Subjects Chaos in the Brickyard
Anatomical Kinesiology
Introduction
The Skeletal System
Bone Articulations and Joints Muscle Attachments Anatomical Planes and Axes Anatomical Lever Systems
The Central Nervous System
The Brain The Spinal Cord
The Peripheral Nervous System
Neurons: The Communication System The Sensory System
The Muscular System
Structure of Skeletal Muscle The Motor Unit
Highlights
Examining the Brain without Surgery: Advances in Neuroimaging Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Gray''s Anatomy
Biomechanics
Introduction
Types of Motion Measurement in Biomechanics
Center of Gravity, Stability, and Balance
Center of Gravity Stability and Balance
Linear Motion
Linear Kinematics Projectile Motion Linear Kinetics
Angular Motion
Angular Kinematics Angular Kinetics
Fluid Mechanics
Drag Lift Buoyancy
Highlights
Gideon B. Ariel and Ariel Dynamics Inc. Biomechanics and Injuries in Industrial Settings A ldquo;Stretchedrdquo; Stitch in Time
Exercise Physiology
Introduction
Exercise Metabolism
Anaerobic and Aerobic Metabolism Immediate Energy System Lactic Acid System Oxygen System
The Cardiovascular System
Cardiac Function Circulation Blood Pulmonary function
Factors Affecting Performance
Fatigue Stimulants Growth Enhancing Drugs Oxygen, Altitude, and Blood Doping Heat and Humidity
Highlights
Under Pressure Anabolic-androgenic Steroids: A Historical Perspective
Fitness and Health
Introduction
Exercise and Health
Longevity and Quality of Life Potential Risks of Exercise
Graded Exercise Testing
Pre-exercise Screening Pre-exercise Evaluation Exercise Testing Protocols Monitoring During and After an Exercise Test Post Exercise Consultation
Training for Health and Fitness
Basic Concepts of Training Muscle Strength, Power, and Endurance Aerobic and Anaerobic Training
Exercise and Nutrition
Energy Nutrients Vitamins, Minerals, and Water Fueling for Exercise Nutrition, Body Composition, and Weight Control
Highlights
It''s Never Too Late Walk Don''t Run Synthetic Protein: Great News for Obese Mice
Motor Development
Introduction
Theoretical Perspectives Current Issues Methods of Study
The Lifespan of Motor Development
Infancy Childhood Adolescence Adulthood
Factors Mediating Motor Development
Biological Influences Perceptual Influences Memory Movement Planning and Execution
Highlights
Biological Synchronization Johnny and Jimmy Pioneers in Motor Development: Lolas Halverson and Esther Thelen
Motor Learning and Control
Introduction
Diversity of Movement
Task and Environmental Dimensions Stages of Learning
Theoretical Perspectives
Information Processing Dynamic Systems Perspective
Controlling Movement
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An Introduction to Human Movement The Sciences of Physical Education

An Introduction to Human Movement The Sciences of Physical Education

9780137951130

0137951132

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