Essentials Exercise Physiology

Fully revised and updated, this Third Edition provides excellent coverage of the fundamentals of exercise physiology, integrating scientific and clinical information on nutrition, energy transfer, and exercise training. The book is lavishly illustrated with full-colour graphics and photos and includes real-life cases, laboratory-type activities, and practical problem-solving questions. This edition has an Integrated Workbook in the margins that reinforces concepts, presents activities to test knowledge, and aids students in taking notes. An accompanying CD-ROM contains multiple-choice and true/false questions to help students prepare for exams. LiveAdvise online faculty support and student tutoring services are available free with the text. FEATURES: Lavishly illustrated throughout with full color graphics and photos. "Close up" boxes presenting real life case scenarios of both the elite athlete and the average person interested in exercising. Thought questions, using a practical application approach, at the end of each chapter help hone problem-solving skills. Answers provided on IRCD. Key terms highlighted within the text. FYI boxes highlight important information Chapter outlines, learning objectives and summaries help students focus on and retain the crucial topics. Selected References are included at the end of each chapter. Helpful appendices NEW TO THIS EDITION: Student CD-ROM with multiple choice and true/false questions so students can test their knowledge or prepare for exams. "Mini-Workbook" in the margins offers students space to take notes and jot down questions, presents key information to help reinforce concept, and includes activities to test knowledge. New chapter (3) on the exercise physiology profession. Related websites offer students a place to look for more information