Functional Anatomy for Sport and Exercise: A Quick A-to-Z Reference

 

Book Description:

Functional Anatomy for Sport and Exercise: A Quick A-to-Z Reference is the most user-friendly and accessible available reference to human musculoskeletal anatomy in its moving, active context.

Fully updated and revised, the second edition features more illustrations to enhance student learning and an expanded hot topics section to highlight key areas of research in sport and exercise.

An accessible format makes it easy for students to locate clear, concise explanations and descriptions of anatomical structures, human movement terms and key concepts.

Covering all major anatomical areas, the book includes:

an A-to-Z guide to anatomical terms and concepts, from the head to the foot

clear and detailed colour illustrations

cross-referenced entries throughout

hot topics discussed in more detail

in sports examples discussed in more detail

full references and suggested further reading

This book is an essential quick reference for undergraduate students in applied anatomy, functional anatomy, kinesiology, sport and exercise science, physical education, strength and conditioning, biomechanics and athletic training.

 

Table of Contents:

 

List of Figures

List of Tables

List of Fundamentals

List of A to Z Entries

List of Hot Topics

List of In Sports

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Fundamentals

A to Z Entries