Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Fourth Edition , the new edition of the best-selling sport and exercise psychology book on the market, continues to provide a thorough introduction to the key concepts in the field. Written by internationally respected authors, it provides students and new practitioners with a comprehensive view of sport and exercise psychology, bridges the gap between research and practice, conveys principles of professional practice, and captures the excitement of the world of sport and exercise. A supreme effort has been made to meet the increasing needs of professors, practitioners, and students. To further improve the total learning experience, the new edition features an online study guide that provides an interactive learning experience for students; thoroughly updated material that reflects the latest research and practice in the field to keep students aware of recent findings and hot topics in the field; and more contemporary practical examples
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With more than 20 years of coaching and teaching experience, UK authors Anthony Dowson and Keith Morris have realized that children's encounters with sporting activities need to be creative, entertaining and fun. Children can be encouraged to engage in physical activity through fun games that stimulate both body and mind. Fun games keep children healthy and active now as well as contribute to a more positive attitude towards physical activity for life. In response to numerous requests from teachers and coaches, the authors have developed and adapted an array of activities and games from their own everyday use when teaching children. The book contains a range of warm-up ideas, games, skill practices and sport-specific activities to motivate children and encourage active participation. The games use only common sport equipment and are supported by easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations. Useful in both planning and providing physical education lessons and recreational experiences
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Functional Fitness for Older Adults is an illustrated guide for activity professionals working with adults over the age of 65 - especially those who are unable to complete activities of daily living because of poor functional fitness levels. This guide provides you with physical activity programs that are proven to be both safe and effective for improving the functional performance levels of your participants as well as improving their health-related quality of life. The guide includes a variety of specialized activity programs that are developed to meet the specific needs of older adults. They are designed to improve upper- and lower-body strength, balance, range of motion, and functional performance. Each exercise program is approximately 20 to 30 minutes long and works easily with busy schedules, a variety of participants' needs, and institutional budgets. Specific guidelines are included for working with older adults with arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, depress
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Through Games for the Whole Child , you can do the following: Meet the newly updated NASPE standards using a holistic, 'whole child learning' approach Meet social and emotional needs as well as cognitive and physical needs of K-8 students Maintain an intrinsic motivation for a lifetime of movement Teach fun games that develop cooperative skills and promote children's fitness Challenge students of all ability levels and promote self-efficacy The 61 ready-to-use games in Games for the Whole Child are fun-but with a purpose. And that purpose is what makes this book both unique and valuable. The book is designed to promote physical activity (both now and in the future) through games that simultaneously meet the unique physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of students in grades K-8. Used cumulatively, the variety of games will help you meet all the newest NASPE (National Association for Sport and Physical Education) standards. With these games in hand, educators can employ
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Genetics Primer for Exercise Science and Health is the first text dedicated to the basic concepts of genetics in relation to the broad range of topics in exercise science and health. Author Stephen M. Roth, Ph.D., makes the content comprehensible for readers who are unfamiliar with genetics without sacrificing the foundational and critical understanding necessary for interpreting research findings and incorporating genetics into research programs. Genetics Primer for Exercise Science and Health maintains a practical focus and addresses common concerns when preparing to study genetics, such as how to use online search tools to identify existing research literature and how to identify and select candidate genes using genome databases. Through this text, readers will discover these concepts: The basics of DNA and genetics as they relate to health, physical activity, and sport Specific skills and strategies for interpreting and applying genetics findings in research How genetics res
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Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to improve your students' or athletes' overall strength, endurance, and fitness? Look no further than Get Strong 101: 101 Strength and Conditioning Games and Activities. In this high-energy DVD, Judy Notte Howard introduces 101 innovative strength and conditioning activities that will help your participants ages 10 to 18 get strong, look good, and feel great. The moves on this DVD are the same techniques used by elite athletes, but they have been adapted by strength and conditioning expert Jon Bula for use in the classroom, in the gym, or at home. Each activity is presented with a clear demonstration and description of how to perform the moves correctly, safely, and efficiently. The activities cover every aspect of strength and conditioning: Strength training Speed, agility, and quickness Balance Stretching The fun and games chapter of the DVD includes seven 'Get Strong' games that combine the components of strength training in a way that
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Solid defense begins before the first pitch is thrown. From player placement to situational awareness, the nuances of superior fielding are vast and varied. That's why the American Baseball Coaches Association's top defensive minds have compiled Gold Glove Baseball --to give you an all-encompassing resource to help turn your team into a stellar defensive unit. The all-star lineup of coaches provide in-depth instruction, special insights, and practice drills on every aspect of defensive play. The book's scope ranges from fundamentals to advanced tactics for those who have mastered the basics. Coaches at all levels and serious players will find great tips and new techniques for executing specific fielding maneuvers and complex plays involving several players. A sample defensive signals system will explain how to coordinate the positioning and movements of all nine fielders on every pitch. Winning baseball requires smart and steady defensive play every bit as much as solid hitting and
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Significantly expanded and updated, the popular Australian sports nutrition manual Gold Medal Nutrition is back and more relevant to athletes than ever. The fourth edition sports a new look, improved illustrations, and new discussions of key topics like cramps, the stitch, and sports drinks. Clear and concise, it is a practical resource for recreational and elite athletes, coaches, and health professionals who want to keep up on the changing world of sports nutrition - but don't have a lot of time. With the easy-to-follow format in Gold Medal Nutrition , readers can find the advice they need, when they need it, in a matter of seconds. The text's discussion of the physiology behind fuel intake and muscle contraction will be useful to athletes who want to gain a competitive edge in any sport. The book explains how to build endurance and energy with the right mix of protein, carbohydrate, vitamins, and liquids. Particularly helpful are the sound tips for burning fat, building muscle
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Improve your technique instruction and add to your training drills for better performance. This DVD shows you how! Expert track and field coaches cover each event category with teaching points and training tips you'll use immediately in practices and for many seasons to come. In the Sprints, Hurdles, and Relays section, you'll hit the track with James Williams, who demonstrates and explains explosive starts out of the blocks, superb technique in the hurdles, and smooth and sure baton passing in the relays. Learn how to set the blocks for the fastest possible starts; develop proper sprint mechanics; make hurdle mechanics second nature; and improve rhythm, timing, and coordination between relay teammates. Williams describes how to prepare for competition and shares his secrets for producing winning performances on race days. The Middle and Long Distances section brings you Mike Poehlein, who presents his training techniques for 800m, 1500m, 3K, 5K, and 10K races. Learn which drills an
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Get out on the course and enjoy every round! Golf Fundamentals teaches you the basics of the sport and gets you playing right away. Learn proper execution of the sport's essential skills and tactics. All the fundamental shots-putting, chipping, pitching, bunker shots, irons, and woods-are covered to provide a base for solid technique. More than 45 game like activities and drills will speed your learning and improve your performance, and alternative scoring methods will keep the game interesting. You'll also feel more informed with the advice provided on equipment, etiquette, course management, and recovery shots. Golf Fundamentals is the best way to master the basics of the sport as you play. Get out on the course and use it today! 4/1/2004 copyright, 144 pages.
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Golf greats like Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, and Arnold Palmer provide a daily reminder-there is life after 50 on the golf course. In fact, these top pros and thousands of other 50-and-over players are finding that with the right preparation, the golden years can be some of the most successful and enjoyable they've ever had on the greens and fairways. Golf Past 50 offers practical advice and professional insights for those players who want to continue to enjoy golf and play it successfully throughout their lives. Written by two experts at Senior Golfer magazine, the book discusses golf fundamentals, fitness and flexibility, breakthroughs in equipment technology, and keeping the game fun. In Golf Past 50 , readers will learn how to: match equipment with their golf goals and playing style, lower scores through proper course management, develop a smoother putting stroke, improve stroke consistency and accuracy, overcome the yips (mental breakdowns during putting), and take a full
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Develop a consistent swing and master every golf shot on your way to a lower handicap. Golf: Steps to Success provides detailed, progressive instruction with accompanying illustrations for every shot: putts, chip shots, and pitch shots as well as shots from the fairway, tee box, bunker, rough, and bad lies. Practice and improve your shot making with 95 drills that feature a scoring system to gauge and accelerate your progress. After building a strong skill base, improve the mental side of your game by learning to select the right club, analyze ball flight, and manage your emotions to raise your level of play and enjoyment of the game. This self-paced learning tool allows you to build a solid overall game and build on any initial golf lessons you may have had. As part of the popular Steps to Success Series - with more than 1.5 million copies sold- Golf: Steps to Success is the instructional guide you'll find most valuable not only on the practice range and green but also on every hol
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The second edition of Growth, Maturation, and Physical Activity has been expanded with almost 300 new pages of material, making it the most comprehensive text on the biological growth, maturation, physical performance, and physical activity of children and adolescents. The new edition retains all the best features of the original text, including the helpful outlines at the beginning of each chapter that allow students to review major concepts. This edition features updates on basic content, expanded and modified chapters, and the latest research findings to meet the needs of upper undergraduate and graduate students as well as researchers and professionals working with children and young adults. The second edition also includes these new features: 10 lab activities that encourage students to investigate subject matter outside of class and save teachers time A complete reference list at the end of each chapter Chapter-ending summaries to make the review process easy for students Ne
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Developed by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR), Guidelines for Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs, Third Edition, is completely revised to help practitioners appreciate the theoretical base and understand the essential components of pulmonary rehabilitation. These updated guidelines feature program management procedures that will help physicians, clinical program directors, and specialists enhance their programs and assist their patients in establishing specific goals. Guidelines for Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs, Third Edition, provides a scientific, practical framework to help practitioners do the following: Understand the current requirements for accrediting pulmonary-based facilities Design, implement, or update accredited pulmonary rehabilitation programs Deliver optimal care to persons with symptomatic respiratory needs Address program issues in exercise, outcomes, and management of pulmonary-based programs This new edition i
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Experience the physical benefits and body awareness from hatha yoga - the most popular form of yoga today. Hatha Yoga Illustrated presents nearly 650 full-color photos to visually demonstrate 77 standard poses from hatha yoga that apply to all major hatha styles including Iyengar, Astanga, Anusara, and Bikram. Individual poses are presented from start to finish, showing you how to achieve proper alignment and breathing to ensure challenging yet safe execution. The result is an increase in the effectiveness, both physically and mentally, you'll experience with each pose. Several pose variations based on your personal preference, ability, and fitness level are also included. Eleven sample yoga routines show how to assemble the poses into workouts that meet your specific time, difficulty, and intensity parameters. Colorful and comprehensive, Hatha Yoga Illustrated is organized for your ultimate convenience and use. Use it to guide your muscles, as well as your mind, and increase stre
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Concussions happen at all levels of sport, from the earliest levels through the professional ranks. Potentially catastrophic if not detected early, concussions have ended the careers of many notable professional players - and it's estimated that in high school football alone, about 1 in 5 players suffers a concussion. The Heads-Up on Sport Concussion is a concise introductory book on sport concussion for professionals who work with athletes. It provides a comprehensive review of current literature on sport concussion, and it guides professionals in communicating with athletes, parents, and coaches regarding assessment, treatment, and other issues surrounding sport concussion. In The Heads-Up on Sport Concussion , the authors detail what happens when the brain is injured; appropriate assessment and evaluation tools; sport-specific issues; how medical organizations are addressing the issue of sport concussion; medical and nonmedical treatment and rehabilitation strategies; recent res
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One of the most difficult aspects of getting fit is knowing where to start. Few people know how to take that first step on the road to a more active, healthy lifestyle. And with all the quick fixes and instant 'experts' in the market today, it`s difficult to know who to trust to guide you in the right direction. The Health Fitness Handbook is the answer. This no-nonsense, information-packed guide combines the latest research with sound medical advice. Together, the authors have 95 years of experience researching, prescribing, teaching, and writing on fitness and other health-related topics. They offer honest, reliable answers to your fitness questions in easy-to-understand language. Inside this book, you`ll find everything you need to start a safe, effective fitness program or to make your current program even more beneficial. Franks, Howley, and Iyriboz help you: understand what`s important for your own health and fitness, evaluate your current fitness level, set realistic fitnes
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HIT a new level of intensity and get maximum results in the weight room! High-Intensity Training is the modern era's version of one-set-to-failure strength training, producing even greater muscle mass and power in less time. This complete training system teaches how to perform the perfect rep, minimizing momentum and maximizing muscle tension to develop optimal strength in the targeted muscles. Triple progressive overload and other advanced training techniques will push you beyond muscle failure to help you reach your next level of performance, boost power and strength, and break through plateaus. Also learn to manipulate rest, recovery, time under tension, and load to match the demands of your sport. You'll see why many National Football League teams and college athletic programs prefer this training method. With High-Intensity Training you can push your body to its limits and produce fast, safe results! 4/22/2004 copyright, 224 pages.
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