Introduction to kinesiology studying physical activity /
"Introduction to Kinesiology: Studying Physical Activity, Sixth Edition, gives students a complete overview of the field of kinesiology and explores the common career paths, questions, and ideas that are part of this discipline. The text stimulates curiosity about the field of kinesiology, give...
| Other Authors: | Knudson, Duane V., 1961-, Brusseau, Timothy A., Jr., |
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Champaign, IL :
Human Kinetics,
[2022]
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| Physical Description: |
ix, 469 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm. |
| Edition: | Sixth edition. |
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| Summary: |
"Introduction to Kinesiology: Studying Physical Activity, Sixth Edition, gives students a complete overview of the field of kinesiology and explores the common career paths, questions, and ideas that are part of this discipline. The text stimulates curiosity about the field of kinesiology, gives insight into the subdisciplines of the field, and generates awareness of the current issues that kinesiology professionals seek to understand and solve"-- |
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| Item Description: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. "Introduction to Kinesiology: Studying Physical Activity, Sixth Edition, gives students a complete overview of the field of kinesiology and explores the common career paths, questions, and ideas that are part of this discipline. The text stimulates curiosity about the field of kinesiology, gives insight into the subdisciplines of the field, and generates awareness of the current issues that kinesiology professionals seek to understand and solve"-- Provided by publisher. PART I. Kinesiology and Physical Activity Experience. 1. Introduction to Kinesiology -- 2. Importance of the Physical Activity Experience -- PART II. Scholarly Study of Physical Activity. 3. Philosophy of Physical Activity -- 4. History of Physical Activity -- 5. Sociology of Physical Activity -- 6. Motor Behavior -- 7. Sport and Exercise Psychology -- 8. Biomechanics of Physical Activity -- 9. Physiology of Physical Activity -- PART III. Practicing a Profession in Physical Activity. 10. Becoming a Physical Activity Professional -- 11. Careers in Health and Fitness -- 12. Careers in Medicine and Allied Health -- 13. Careers in Teaching Physical Education -- 14. Careers in Coaching and Sport Instruction -- 15. Careers in Sport Management. |
| Physical Description: |
ix, 469 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm. |
| Bibliography: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: |
9781718202733 1718202733 9781718207967 1718207964 |