Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance : Exercise Physiology, 6/e
Scott K Powers,
University of Florida Edward Howley,
University of Tennessee
ISBN: 0073028630 Copyright year: 2007
What's New
New and updated content throughout all chapters addresses current ACSM certification categories; discussion of satellite cells as key to muscle growth and repair; comparison of cardiac and skeletal muscle; regulation of stroke volume; alterations in skeletal muscle due to exercise, inactivity, and aging; and heat storage in the body during exercise.
New illustrations in many chapters demonstrate the effect of body temperature on enzyme activity, liver/blood glucose interactions, effect of pH on enzyme activity, control of glycogen breakdown, and difference between lung function in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease vs. normal lung function.
More applications and practical information throughout include coverage of the difference between lactic acid and lactate, sport and exercise-induced disturbances in muscle acid-base balance, calculation of body temp increase during exercise, leading vs. actual causes of death, and studies of how physical activity and cardiovascular fitness are related to the risk of heart disease and death (the Harvard Alumni Study and the Aerobic Center Longitudinal Study).
New references and readings in all chapters reflect the latest research and background information and complement classic entries.
The updated Online Learning Center features valuable resources for both instructors and students, including an Instructor’s Manual, Computerized Test Bank, chapter-specific PowerPoint presentation, self-quizzes, links to professional organizations, and more.
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2007 McGraw-Hill Higher Education