1st Edition

Mathematics and Science for Exercise and Sport The Basics

232 Pages
by Routledge

230 Pages
by Routledge

232 Pages
by Routledge

Mathematics and Science for Sport and Exercise introduces students to the basic mathematical and scientific principles underpinning sport and exercise science. It is an invaluable course companion for students who have little prior experience of maths or science, and an ideal revision aid for higher level undergraduate students. The book explains the basic scientific principles that help us... Read more

1.Introduction

Part1 Physical states

2.Gases

3.Liquids

4.Solids

Part 2 Force, pressure, energy and electricity

5.Force and pressure

6.Energy

7.Electricity

Part 3 Scientific transferable skills

8.Data analysis

9.Numerical Calculations

10.Report writing

Appendix 1: Health questionnaire

Appendix 2: Examples of consent forms

Appendix 3: Thermal equivalents of oxygen

Appendix 4: Scientific journals in sport and exercise

Appendix 5:Measurement concepts

Biography

Craig Williams, David James, Cassie Wilson