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Physiology of Sport and Exercise

by: Wilmore, Jack H.

Physiology of Sport and Exercise

by: Wilmore, Jack H.

ISBN 13:
9780736044899
ISBN 10:
0736044892
Edition: 1st
Format: Hardcover
Copyright: 01/01/2004
Publisher: HUMAN KINETICS PUBLISHERS
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Texas A & M Univ., College Station. Introductory textbook applies the principles of human anatomy and physiology to how the body performs and responds to physical activity. Presents an historical overview and presents the basics of anatomy and physiology. Discusses how the basic energy systems works, and more. Previous edition: c1999. DNLM: Exercise--physiology.

Preface

Student and Instructor Resources

xiii

Acknowledgments

Photo Credits

xvi

An Introduction to Exercise and Sport Physiology

xviii

Focus of Exercise and Sport Physiology

(1)

Historical Events

(10)

Acute Physiological Responses to Exercise

(7)

Chronic Physiological Adaptations to Training

(1)

Research: Foundation of Understanding

(11)

PART I ESSENTIALS OF MOVEMENT

Chapter 1 Muscles and How They Move

(26)

Structure and Function of Skeletal Muscle

(9)

Skeletal Muscle and Exercise

(14)

Chapter 2 Neurological Control of Movement

(26)

An Overview of the Nervous System

(1)

Structure and Function of the Nervous System

(8)

Central Nervous System

(2)

Peripheral Nervous System

(2)

Sensory-Motor Integration

(8)

Motor Response

(3)

Chapter 3 Neuromuscular Adaptations to Resistance Training

(34)

Terminology

(2)

Resistance training and Gains in Muscular Fitness

(1)

Mechanisms of Gains in Muscle Strength

(9)

Muscle Soreness

(5)

Beginning Resistance Training Programs

104

(6)

Resistance Training for Special Populations

110

(8)

PART II ENERGY FOR MOVEMENT

Chapter 4 Metabolism, Energy, and the Basic Energy Systems

118

(40)

Energy Sources

120

(2)

Bioenergetics: The Basic Energy Systems

122

(11)

Measuring Energy Use During Exercise

133

(6)

Energy Expenditure at Rest and During Exercise

139

(9)

Fatigue and Its Causes

148

(10)

Chapter 5 Hormonal Regulation of Exercise

158

(26)

Nature of Hormones

161

(3)

Endocrine Glands and Their Hormones

164

(9)

Hormonal Response to Exercise

173

(1)

Hormonal Effects on Metabolism and Energy

173

(5)

Hormonal Effects on Fluid and Electrolyte Balance During Exercise

178

(6)

Chapter 6 Metabolic Adaptations to Training

184

(22)

Adaptations to Aerobic Training

186

(8)

Training the Aerobic System

194

(2)

Adaptations to Anaerobic Training

196

(10)

PART III CARDIOVASCULAR AND RESPIRATORY FUNCTION AND PERFORMANCE

Chapter 7 Cardiovascular Control During Exercise

206

(36)

Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular System

208

(15)

Cardiovascular Response to Exercise

223

(19)

Chapter 8 Respiratory Regulation During Exercise

242

(28)

Pulmonary Ventilation

244

(3)

Pulmonary Diffusion

247

(3)

Transport of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide

250

(3)

Gas Exchange at the Muscles

253

(3)

Regulation of Pulmonary Ventilation

256

(5)

Ventilation and Energy Metabolism

261

(2)

Respiratory Limitations to Performance

263

(1)

Respiratory Regulation of Acid-Base Balance

264

(6)

Chapter 9 Cardiovascular and Respiratory

Adaptations to Training

270

(3)

Endurance: Muscular and Cardiorespiratory

273

(1)

Evaluating Cardiorespiratory Endurance Capacity

273

(1)

Cardiovascular Adaptations to Training

274

(13)

Respiratory Adaptations to Training

287

(1)

Metabolic Adaptations to Training

288

(3)

Long-Term Improvement in Cardiorespiratory Endurance

291

(1)

Factors Affecting the Response to Aerobic Training

291

(7)

Cardiorespiratory Endurance and Performance

298

(8)

PART IV ENVIRONMENTAL INFLUENCES ON PERFORMANCE

Chapter 10 Exercise in Hot and Cold

Environments: Thermoregulation

306

(2)

Mechanisms of Body Temperature Regulation

308

(7)

Physiological Responses to Exercise in the Heat

315

(4)

Health Risks During Exercise in the Heat

319

(5)

Acclimatization to Exercise in the Heat

324

(2)

Exercise in the Cold

326

(3)

Physiological Responses to Exercise in the Cold

329

(2)

Health Risks During Exercise in the Cold

331

(1)

Acclimatization to Exercise in the Cold

332

(4)

Chapter 11 Exercise in Hypobaric, Hyperbaric, and Microgravity Environments

336

(38)

Hypobaric Environments: Exercising at Altitude

338

(14)

Hyperbaric Environments: Exercising Underwater

352

(8)

Microgravity Environments: Exercising in Space

360

(14)

PART V OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE IN SPORT

Chapter 12 Training for Sport

374

(30)

Optimizing Training-A Model

377

(1)

Excessive Training

378

(3)

Overreaching

381

(1)

Overtraining

381

(9)

Tapering for Peak Performance

390

(2)

Detraining

392

(7)

Retraining

399

(5)

Chapter 13 Nutrition and Sport

404

(42)

Six Nutrient Classes

406

(19)

Water and Electrolyte Balance

425

(7)

The Athlete's Diet

432

(6)

Designing Sport Drinks

438

(8)

Chapter 14 Body Weight, Body Composition, and Sport

446

(24)

Body Build, Body Size, and Body Composition

448

(2)

Assessing Body Composition

450

(6)

Body Composition and Sport Performance

456

(2)

Weight Standards

458

(6)

Achieving Optimal Weight

464

(6)

Chapter 15 Ergogenic Aids and Sport

470

(42)

Researching Ergogenic Aids

474

(2)

Pharmacological Agents

476

(10)

Hormonal Agents

486

(8)

Physiological Agents

494

(8)

Nutritional Agents

502

(10)

PART VI AGE AND SEX CONSIDERATIONS IN SPORT AND EXERCISE

Chapter 16 Children and Adolescents in Sport and Exercise

512

(26)

Body Composition: Growth and Development of Tissues

514

(4)

Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise

518

(8)

Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training

526

(4)

Motor Ability and Sport Performance

530

(3)

Special Issues

533

(5)

Chapter 17 Aging in Sport and Exercise

538

(28)

Body Size and Composition

540

(2)

Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise

542

(12)

Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training

554

(2)

Sport Performance

556

(3)

Special Issues

559

(7)

Chapter 18 Sex Differences in Sport and Exercise

566

(38)

Body Size and Composition

569

(4)

Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise

573

(6)

Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training

579

(3)

Sport Performance

582

(1)

Special Issues

582

(22)

PART VII PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FOR HEALTH AND FITNESS

Chapter 19 Prescription of Exercise for Health and Fitness

604

(30)

Medical Clearance

608

(6)

Exercise Prescription

614

(4)

Monitoring Exercise Intensity

618

(6)

Exercise Program

624

(6)

Exercise and Rehabilitation of People With Diseases

630

(4)

Chapter 20 Cardiovascular Disease and Physical Activity

634

(30)

Forms of Cardiovascular Disease

637

(5)

Understanding the Disease Process

642

(2)

Determining Individual Risk

644

(6)

Reducing Risk Through Physical Activity

650

(8)

Risk of Heart Attack and Death During Exercise

658

(6)

Chapter 21 Obesity, Diabetes, and Physical Activity

664

(34)

Obesity

666

(22)

Diabetes

688

(10)

Glossary

698

(18)

Index

716

(9)

Common Scientific Abbreviations and Units and Conversions

725

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