6th Edition
Introduction to Exercise Science Scientific Foundations, Methodologies, and Career Opportunities
1. An Introduction to Exercise Science
Dona J. McCanlies
2. Research in Exercise Science
Ashley A. Herda and Joel T. Cramer
3. Anatomy and Physiology
Mitchel A. Magrini and Kelley G. Hammond
4. Exercise and Sport Nutrition
Joan M. Eckerson and G. Patrick Lambert
5. Exercise Physiology
Loree L. Weir
6. Exercise Prescription for Health and Sports Performance
David J. Cornell and Kyle T. Ebersole
7. Biomechanics
Tyler M. Wiles, Aaron D. Likens, and Nikolaos Stergiou
8. Motor Behavior
David I. Anderson and Anthony M. Mayo
9. Exercise and Sport Psychology
Barbara B. Meyer and Carly A. Wahl
10. Sports Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Kyle T. Ebersole and David J. Cornell
Biography
Dona J. McCanlies, PhD, FACSM, is a Professor in the Department of Oral Biology, College of Dentistry at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, USA. She teaches Human Physiology and Histology to dental hygiene, dental, doctoral, and postdoctoral students. Dr. McCanlies’ research interests include muscle function, neuromuscular fatigue, and hypertrophic responses to various resistance training modalities.
Joan M. Eckerson, PhD, CSCS, FACSM, FNSCA, is Professor and Chair in the Department of Exercise Science and Pre-Health Professions at Creighton University in Omaha, NE, USA and currently serves on the editorial board for the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research and the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
Terry J. Housh, PhD, FACSM, FNSCA, is a Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences, Director of the Exercise Physiology Laboratory, and Co-director of the Center for Youth Fitness and Sports Research at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA.
Glen O. Johnson, PhD, FACSM, is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, USA and continues to advise Exercise Physiology doctoral students.
"This excellent textbook covers the fundamentals of kinesiology and exercise science. The included focus points and learning activities will significantly assist with enhancing student learning."
Terri Fleming, EdD, Department Chair, Healthcare Specialist Programs, Ivy Tech Community College, Central Indiana, USA
