The Olympic Textbook of Science in Sport

by Editor: Ronald J. Maughan

• ISBN13: 9781444303322
• ISBN10: 1444303325
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-01-01
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

This new volume in the Encyclopaedia of Sports Medicine series, published under the auspices of the International Olympic Committee, delivers an up-to-date, state of the art presentation of the scientific aspects of conditioning, injury prevention, and competition.The book covers the key areas of scientific knowledge in sport and is divided into: physiology and biochemistry; nutrition; anthropometry; immunology; cell biology; biomechanics, engineering and ergonomics; psychology; pharmacology; limitations to performance; special populations; and exercise and health.Presented in a clear style and format, The Olympic Textbook of Science in Sport, draws on the expertise of an international collection of contributors who are recognized as leaders in their respective fields. It will be indispensable for all sport scientists and medical doctors who serve athletes and sports teams and is an invaluable reference for students of sport and exercise science.

Table of Contents

List of Contributors	p. vii
Foreword	p. ix
Preface	p. x
Introduction: Sport, Science and Sports Science
Physiology and Biochemistry
Muscle: Producing Force and Movement
Physiological Demands of Sprinting and Multiple-Sprint Sports
Physiological Demands of Endurance Exercise
Physiological Adaptations to Training
Skeletal Muscle Metabolic Adaptations to Training
Nutrition
Nutrition Needs of Athletes
Dietary Goals and Eating Strategies
Hydration
Anthropometry
Body Composition and Sports Performance
Immunology
Exercise Immunology
Exercise, Inflammation, and Metabolism
Cell Biology
Genetic Determinants of Physical Performance
Molecular Mechanisms of Adaptations to Training
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