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Explore the fascinating world of human movement and physical activity with **Kinesiology For Dummies**. This essential guide serves as a comprehensive resource for students and professionals involved in sports medicine, exercise science, nursing, and sports therapy. Covering fundamental concepts in kinesiology, this book breaks down essential topics, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control, and the mind-body connection. Whether you are just beginning your studies or looking to enhance your understanding of kinesiology, this guide provides clear explanations and practical applications for real-world scenarios. Learn how physical activity can combat chronic illnesses, understand musculoskeletal injuries, and discover strategies to promote health and wellness. The included 16-page color insert offers valuable medical illustrations for quick reference, making complex ideas more accessible. With expert insights and a straightforward approach, this book is perfect for kinesiology students, health professionals, and anyone interested in the science of movement. The expanding fields of exercise science and health-centric careers make Kinesiology For Dummies a timely addition to your educational toolkit. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781118549230. Year: 2014. Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Canada. Pages: 384.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781118549230
Year: 2014
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Canada
Pages: 384
Description:
Move at your own pace with this kinesiology course guide
A required course for majors pursuing sports medicine, exercise science, nursing, or sports therapy degrees, kinesiology is central to a variety of fields. Kinesiology For Dummies tracks an introductory course in the science and imparts the basics of human body movement. With this resource, you will learn how physical activity can alleviate chronic illnesses and disabilities, what factors contribute to musculoskeletal injury, and how to reverse those influences. Complete with a 16-page color insert of medical instructions, this book covers the basics of exercise physiology, exercise and health psychology, introductory biomechanics, motor control, history and philosophy of sport and exercise, and mind-body connections.
Written by experts in exercise science
Addresses a timely subject as exercise science careers and majors are increasingly popular
Runs parallel to a kinesiology course with accessible, concise language
Interested learners, kinesiology students, and health or sports therapy professionals will benefit from this refresher course in the basics.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781118549230
Year: 2014
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Canada
Pages: 384
Description:
Move at your own pace with this kinesiology course guide
A required course for majors pursuing sports medicine, exercise science, nursing, or sports therapy degrees, kinesiology is central to a variety of fields. Kinesiology For Dummies tracks an introductory course in the science and imparts the basics of human body movement. With this resource, you will learn how physical activity can alleviate chronic illnesses and disabilities, what factors contribute to musculoskeletal injury, and how to reverse those influences. Complete with a 16-page color insert of medical instructions, this book covers the basics of exercise physiology, exercise and health psychology, introductory biomechanics, motor control, history and philosophy of sport and exercise, and mind-body connections.
Written by experts in exercise science
Addresses a timely subject as exercise science careers and majors are increasingly popular
Runs parallel to a kinesiology course with accessible, concise language
Interested learners, kinesiology students, and health or sports therapy professionals will benefit from this refresher course in the basics.