ACSM's Introduction to Exercise Science

ACSMs Introduction to Exercise Science, 4th Edition, is a comprehensive guide to exercise science and its related fields, providing students with a solid understanding of how human movement can promote health, physical activity, and athletic performance. It features new resources that emphasize application and help students transition to practice, including project-based learning questions, video, audio, and in-text interviews with exercise science professionals, and critical thinking questions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 568 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2023
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health

The American College of Sports Medicine's Introduction to Exercise Science, 4th Edition, is an engaging and comprehensive guide for students pursuing a career in exercise science and related fields. This full-color book offers a concise yet comprehensive approach to understanding the principles of human movement and its application in promoting good health, physical activity, and athletic performance.

The 4th Edition of Introduction to Exercise Science has been updated to meet the needs of emerging professionals, emphasizing practical application and helping students make a confident transition to practice. It includes new resources such as project-based learning questions, video, audio, and in-text interviews with exercise science professionals, thinking critically questions, review questions, learning objectives, and key terms boxes to enhance student learning.

The book is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of exercise science, including anatomy and physiology, exercise training, sports medicine, nutrition, and psychology. Each chapter provides a clear and concise explanation of key concepts, supported by illustrations, tables, and figures. The text also includes real-world examples and case studies to illustrate how exercise science principles are applied in various settings.

Throughout the book, the American College of Sports Medicine's expertise is evident, as the authors draw on their extensive experience in the field. The book includes fascinating interviews and online video profiles of exercise science professionals, providing students with an insiders view of the profession and the challenges and rewards associated with it.

Introduction to Exercise Science is an essential resource for students studying exercise science, sports medicine, physical education, and other related fields. It provides a solid foundation of knowledge and skills that will help students succeed in their academic and professional endeavors. Whether you are a novice or an experienced exercise science professional, this book will provide you with the tools you need to advance your knowledge and expertise in the field.

Weight: 682g
Dimension: 178 x 227 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781975209131
Edition number: Fourth, Revised Reprint