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This is the loose-leaf version of Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Eighth Edition With HKPropel Access, which offers students a less expensive printed version of the text.

Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Eighth Edition With HKPropel Access, continues its legacy as a top physiology textbook and favorite of instructors and students alike. Combining research with extensive visual aids, this resource offers a simple way for students to explore the body’s response to various types and intensities of exercise and sports.

Written by a team of distinguished researchers, all past presidents of the American College of Sports Medicine, this eighth edition has been updated based on the most recent standards and guidelines in the field of exercise physiology. The text builds upon the previous edition’s high standards for illustrations, photos, and medical artwork with a refreshed, more sophisticated look to encourage a deep understanding of complex topics.

Related multimedia components delivered through HKPropel further enrich the learning experience with 26 animations that offer a dynamic way to experience physiological concepts and 66 audio clips that offer explanations of elaborate physiological processes. Leaders in the field help students connect theoretical and practical concepts in 27 video clips. Various types of online learning activities, key term flash card reviews, and key term quizzes offer interactive opportunities to engage with the content—all of which can be assigned, and progress tracked, by instructors directly through HKPropel. In addition, chapter quizzes (assessments) may also be assigned; these are automatically graded to test comprehension of critical concepts. QR codes throughout the text notify students when complementary digital components are available.

Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Eighth Edition, features the following enhancements based on the latest research in the field:
  • Additional information on cellular signaling and molecular adaptations
  • Expanded content on obesity and sports nutrition
  • Reorganized and expanded chapters on energy expenditure and exercise prescription that make the content more accessible to students
  • Extensive updates on important topics, including bioinformatics and big data, reading research articles, molecular mechanisms of increased protein synthesis, muscle cramps, and mitochondrial oxidation
  • Updated Research Perspective sidebars that emphasize emerging findings in the field and a Research Perspectives Finder to help students locate key content quickly
As in previous editions, readability and ease of understanding make Physiology of Sport and Exercise different from other physiology resources. Unique learning aids, including chapter-opening outlines and review boxes throughout each chapter, will help students focus on the major concepts addressed. Study questions and a list of key terms at the end of each chapter provide opportunities for recall and self-assessment. A comprehensive glossary and lists of common abbreviations and conversions provide easy reference for students.

Physiology of Sport and Exercise has been a pivotal textbook in the field of exercise physiology. Through this edition’s dynamic and interactive learning activities, easy-to-follow layouts, and research-oriented content enriched with visual supplements, students and instructors will find this an invaluable resource for their continued education.

Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print books.

Table of Contents
Research Perspectives Finder

Introduction. An Introduction to Exercise and Sport Physiology
Focus of Exercise and Sport Physiology
Acute and Chronic Responses to Exercise
The Evolution of Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology in the 21st Century
Research: Turning Curiosity Into Science

Part I. Exercising Muscle

Chapter 1. Structure and Function of Exercising Muscle
Anatomy of Skeletal Muscle
Muscle Fiber Contraction
Muscle Fiber Types
Skeletal Muscle and Exercise

Chapter 2. Fuel for Exercise: Bioenergetics and Muscle Metabolism
Energy Substrates
Controlling the Rate of Energy Production
Storing Energy: High-Energy Phosphates
The Basic Energy Systems
Interaction of the Energy Systems
The Crossover Concept
The Oxidative Capacity of Muscle

Chapter 3. Neural Control of Exercising Muscle
Structure and Function of the Nervous System
Central Nervous System
Peripheral Nervous System
Sensory-Motor Integration

Chapter 4. Hormonal Control During Exercise
The Endocrine System
Endocrine Glands and Their Hormones: An Overview
Hormonal Regulation of Metabolism During Exercise
Hormonal Regulation of Fluid and Electrolytes During Exercise
Hormonal Regulation of Caloric Intake

Part II. Muscle Energy

Chapter 5. Energy Expenditure
Measuring Energy Expenditure
Estimating Energy Expenditure
Predicting Energy Expenditure
Energy Expenditure at Rest and During Exercise

Chapter 6. Fatigue, Muscle Soreness, and Muscle Cramps
Fatigue and Its Causes
Critical Power: The Link Between Energy Expenditure and Fatigue
Muscle Soreness
Exercise-Induced Muscle Cramps

Part III. Cardiovascular and Respiratory Function

Chapter 7. The Cardiovascular System and Its Control
The Heart
Vascular System
Blood

Chapter 8. The Respiratory System and Its Regulation
Pulmonary Ventilation
Pulmonary Volumes
Pulmonary Diffusion
Transport of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the Blood
Gas Exchange at the Muscles
Regulation of Pulmonary Ventilation
Afferent Feedback From Exercising Limbs
Exercise Training and Respiratory Function

Chapter 9. Cardiorespiratory Responses to Acute Exercise
Cardiovascular Responses to Acute Exercise
Respiratory Responses to Acute Exercise
Recovery From Acute Exercise

Part IV. Exercise Training

Chapter 10. Principles of Exercise Training
Terminology
General Principles of Training
Resistance Training Programs
Anaerobic and Aerobic Power Training Programs

Chapter 11. Adaptations to Resistance Training
Resistance Training and Gains in Muscular Fitness
Mechanisms of Gains in Muscle Strength
Interaction Between Resistance Training and Diet
Resistance Training for Special Populations

Chapter 12. Adaptations to Aerobic and Anaerobic Training
Adaptations to Aerobic Training
Adaptations to Anaerobic Training
Adaptations to High-Intensity Interval Training
Specificity of Training and Cross-Training

Chapter 13. Prescription of Exercise for Health and Fitness
Health Benefits of Regular Physical Activity and Exercise
Exercise and Cognitive Function
Physical Activity Recommendations
Health Screening
Exercise Prescription
Monitoring Exercise Intensity
Exercise Programming
Exercise and Rehabilitation of People with Diseases

Part V. Environmental Influences on Performance

Chapter 14. Exercise in Hot and Cold Environments
Body Temperature Regulation
Physiological Responses to Exercise in the Heat
Health Risks During Exercise in the Heat
Acclimation to Exercise in the Heat
Exercise in the Cold
Physiological Responses to Exercise in the Cold
Health Risks During Exercise in the Cold

Chapter 15. Altitude, Hyperbaric Environments, and Microgravity
Environmental Conditions at Altitude
Physiological Responses to Acute Altitude Exposure
Exercise and Sport Performance at Altitude
Acclimation: Chronic Exposure to Altitude
Altitude: Optimizing Training and Performance
Health Risks of Acute Exposure to Altitude
Hyperbaric Environments
Microgravity

Part VI. Optimizing Performance in Sport

Chapter 16. Training for Sport
Optimizing Training
Periodization of Training
Overtraining
Tapering for Peak Performance
Detraining

Chapter 17. Nutrition, Body Composition, and Obesity
Classification of Nutrients
Water and Electrolyte Balance
Nutrition and Athletic Performance
Assessing Body Composition
Body Composition, Weight, and Sport Performance
Obesity
Weight Loss Management Guidelines
Role of Physical Activity in Weight Management and Risk Reduction

Chapter 18. Ergogenic Aids in Sport
Researching Ergogenic Aids
Ergogenic Aids with Established Evidence of Efficacy
Ergogenic Aids with Emerging Evidence of Efficacy
Prohibited Substances and Techniques

Part VI. Special Considerations in Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity

Chapter 19. Children and Adolescents in Sport and Exercise
Growth, Development, and Maturation
Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise
Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training
Physical Activity Patterns Among Youth
Sport Performance and Specialization
Special Issues

Chapter 20. Aging in Sport and Exercise
Height, Weight, and Body Composition
Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise
Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training
Sport Performance
Special Issues

Chapter 21. Sex Differences in Sport and Exercise
Sex Versus Gender in Exercise Physiology
Body Size and Composition
Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise
Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training
Sport Performance
Special Issues

Chapter 22. Cardiovascular Disease and Physical Activity
Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease
Forms of Cardiovascular Disease
Understanding the Disease Process
Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Reducing Risk Through Physical Activity
Risk of Heart Attack and Death During Exercise
Exercise Training and Rehabilitation of Patients with Heart Disease

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      Book Synopsis
      This is the loose-leaf version of Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Eighth Edition With HKPropel Access, which offers students a less expensive printed version of the text.

      Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Eighth Edition With HKPropel Access, continues its legacy as a top physiology textbook and favorite of instructors and students alike. Combining research with extensive visual aids, this resource offers a simple way for students to explore the body’s response to various types and intensities of exercise and sports.

      Written by a team of distinguished researchers, all past presidents of the American College of Sports Medicine, this eighth edition has been updated based on the most recent standards and guidelines in the field of exercise physiology. The text builds upon the previous edition’s high standards for illustrations, photos, and medical artwork with a refreshed, more sophisticated look to encourage a deep understanding of complex topics.

      Related multimedia components delivered through HKPropel further enrich the learning experience with 26 animations that offer a dynamic way to experience physiological concepts and 66 audio clips that offer explanations of elaborate physiological processes. Leaders in the field help students connect theoretical and practical concepts in 27 video clips. Various types of online learning activities, key term flash card reviews, and key term quizzes offer interactive opportunities to engage with the content—all of which can be assigned, and progress tracked, by instructors directly through HKPropel. In addition, chapter quizzes (assessments) may also be assigned; these are automatically graded to test comprehension of critical concepts. QR codes throughout the text notify students when complementary digital components are available.

      Physiology of Sport and Exercise, Eighth Edition, features the following enhancements based on the latest research in the field:
      • Additional information on cellular signaling and molecular adaptations
      • Expanded content on obesity and sports nutrition
      • Reorganized and expanded chapters on energy expenditure and exercise prescription that make the content more accessible to students
      • Extensive updates on important topics, including bioinformatics and big data, reading research articles, molecular mechanisms of increased protein synthesis, muscle cramps, and mitochondrial oxidation
      • Updated Research Perspective sidebars that emphasize emerging findings in the field and a Research Perspectives Finder to help students locate key content quickly
      As in previous editions, readability and ease of understanding make Physiology of Sport and Exercise different from other physiology resources. Unique learning aids, including chapter-opening outlines and review boxes throughout each chapter, will help students focus on the major concepts addressed. Study questions and a list of key terms at the end of each chapter provide opportunities for recall and self-assessment. A comprehensive glossary and lists of common abbreviations and conversions provide easy reference for students.

      Physiology of Sport and Exercise has been a pivotal textbook in the field of exercise physiology. Through this edition’s dynamic and interactive learning activities, easy-to-follow layouts, and research-oriented content enriched with visual supplements, students and instructors will find this an invaluable resource for their continued education.

      Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print books.

      Table of Contents
      Research Perspectives Finder

      Introduction. An Introduction to Exercise and Sport Physiology
      Focus of Exercise and Sport Physiology
      Acute and Chronic Responses to Exercise
      The Evolution of Exercise Physiology
      Exercise Physiology in the 21st Century
      Research: Turning Curiosity Into Science

      Part I. Exercising Muscle

      Chapter 1. Structure and Function of Exercising Muscle
      Anatomy of Skeletal Muscle
      Muscle Fiber Contraction
      Muscle Fiber Types
      Skeletal Muscle and Exercise

      Chapter 2. Fuel for Exercise: Bioenergetics and Muscle Metabolism
      Energy Substrates
      Controlling the Rate of Energy Production
      Storing Energy: High-Energy Phosphates
      The Basic Energy Systems
      Interaction of the Energy Systems
      The Crossover Concept
      The Oxidative Capacity of Muscle

      Chapter 3. Neural Control of Exercising Muscle
      Structure and Function of the Nervous System
      Central Nervous System
      Peripheral Nervous System
      Sensory-Motor Integration

      Chapter 4. Hormonal Control During Exercise
      The Endocrine System
      Endocrine Glands and Their Hormones: An Overview
      Hormonal Regulation of Metabolism During Exercise
      Hormonal Regulation of Fluid and Electrolytes During Exercise
      Hormonal Regulation of Caloric Intake

      Part II. Muscle Energy

      Chapter 5. Energy Expenditure
      Measuring Energy Expenditure
      Estimating Energy Expenditure
      Predicting Energy Expenditure
      Energy Expenditure at Rest and During Exercise

      Chapter 6. Fatigue, Muscle Soreness, and Muscle Cramps
      Fatigue and Its Causes
      Critical Power: The Link Between Energy Expenditure and Fatigue
      Muscle Soreness
      Exercise-Induced Muscle Cramps

      Part III. Cardiovascular and Respiratory Function

      Chapter 7. The Cardiovascular System and Its Control
      The Heart
      Vascular System
      Blood

      Chapter 8. The Respiratory System and Its Regulation
      Pulmonary Ventilation
      Pulmonary Volumes
      Pulmonary Diffusion
      Transport of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the Blood
      Gas Exchange at the Muscles
      Regulation of Pulmonary Ventilation
      Afferent Feedback From Exercising Limbs
      Exercise Training and Respiratory Function

      Chapter 9. Cardiorespiratory Responses to Acute Exercise
      Cardiovascular Responses to Acute Exercise
      Respiratory Responses to Acute Exercise
      Recovery From Acute Exercise

      Part IV. Exercise Training

      Chapter 10. Principles of Exercise Training
      Terminology
      General Principles of Training
      Resistance Training Programs
      Anaerobic and Aerobic Power Training Programs

      Chapter 11. Adaptations to Resistance Training
      Resistance Training and Gains in Muscular Fitness
      Mechanisms of Gains in Muscle Strength
      Interaction Between Resistance Training and Diet
      Resistance Training for Special Populations

      Chapter 12. Adaptations to Aerobic and Anaerobic Training
      Adaptations to Aerobic Training
      Adaptations to Anaerobic Training
      Adaptations to High-Intensity Interval Training
      Specificity of Training and Cross-Training

      Chapter 13. Prescription of Exercise for Health and Fitness
      Health Benefits of Regular Physical Activity and Exercise
      Exercise and Cognitive Function
      Physical Activity Recommendations
      Health Screening
      Exercise Prescription
      Monitoring Exercise Intensity
      Exercise Programming
      Exercise and Rehabilitation of People with Diseases

      Part V. Environmental Influences on Performance

      Chapter 14. Exercise in Hot and Cold Environments
      Body Temperature Regulation
      Physiological Responses to Exercise in the Heat
      Health Risks During Exercise in the Heat
      Acclimation to Exercise in the Heat
      Exercise in the Cold
      Physiological Responses to Exercise in the Cold
      Health Risks During Exercise in the Cold

      Chapter 15. Altitude, Hyperbaric Environments, and Microgravity
      Environmental Conditions at Altitude
      Physiological Responses to Acute Altitude Exposure
      Exercise and Sport Performance at Altitude
      Acclimation: Chronic Exposure to Altitude
      Altitude: Optimizing Training and Performance
      Health Risks of Acute Exposure to Altitude
      Hyperbaric Environments
      Microgravity

      Part VI. Optimizing Performance in Sport

      Chapter 16. Training for Sport
      Optimizing Training
      Periodization of Training
      Overtraining
      Tapering for Peak Performance
      Detraining

      Chapter 17. Nutrition, Body Composition, and Obesity
      Classification of Nutrients
      Water and Electrolyte Balance
      Nutrition and Athletic Performance
      Assessing Body Composition
      Body Composition, Weight, and Sport Performance
      Obesity
      Weight Loss Management Guidelines
      Role of Physical Activity in Weight Management and Risk Reduction

      Chapter 18. Ergogenic Aids in Sport
      Researching Ergogenic Aids
      Ergogenic Aids with Established Evidence of Efficacy
      Ergogenic Aids with Emerging Evidence of Efficacy
      Prohibited Substances and Techniques

      Part VI. Special Considerations in Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity

      Chapter 19. Children and Adolescents in Sport and Exercise
      Growth, Development, and Maturation
      Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise
      Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training
      Physical Activity Patterns Among Youth
      Sport Performance and Specialization
      Special Issues

      Chapter 20. Aging in Sport and Exercise
      Height, Weight, and Body Composition
      Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise
      Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training
      Sport Performance
      Special Issues

      Chapter 21. Sex Differences in Sport and Exercise
      Sex Versus Gender in Exercise Physiology
      Body Size and Composition
      Physiological Responses to Acute Exercise
      Physiological Adaptations to Exercise Training
      Sport Performance
      Special Issues

      Chapter 22. Cardiovascular Disease and Physical Activity
      Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease
      Forms of Cardiovascular Disease
      Understanding the Disease Process
      Cardiovascular Disease Risk
      Reducing Risk Through Physical Activity
      Risk of Heart Attack and Death During Exercise
      Exercise Training and Rehabilitation of Patients with Heart Disease

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