Plowman Sharon A., Smith Denise L. (eds.) Exercise Physiology for Health, Fitness, and Performance

4th edition. — Wolters Kluwer, 2014. — 756 p. — ISBN 978-1-4511-7611-7.Updated for its Fourth Edition with increased art and photos, this undergraduate exercise physiology textbook integrates basic exercise physiology with research studies to stimulate learning, allowing readers to apply principles in the widest variety of exercise and sport science careers. The book has comprehensive coverage, including integrated material on special populations, and a flexible organization of independent units, so instructors can teach according to their preferred approach. Each unit is designed with a consistent and comprehensive sequence of presentation: basic anatomy and physiology, the measurement and meaning of variables important to understanding exercise physiology, exercise responses, training principles, and special applications, problems, and considerations.Plowman and Smith provides a consistently organized, comprehensive approach to Exercise Physiology with excellent supporting ancillary materials. Its ability to relate up to date research to key concepts and integrate special populations makes this book ideal for classroom use.The Warm-Up
Metabolic System Unit
Energy Production
Anaerobic Metabolism During Exercise
Aerobic Metabolism during Exercise
Metabolic Training Principles and Adaptations
Nutrition for Fitness and Athletics
Body Composition: Determination and Relationship to Health
Body Composition and Weight Control
Cardiovascular-Respiratory System Unit
Respiration
Respiratory Exercise Response, Training Adaptations, and Special Considerations
The Cardiovascular System
Cardiovascular Responses to Exercise
Cardiorespiratory Training Principles and Adaptations
Thermoregulation
Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors and Physical Activity
Neuromuscular–Skeletal System Unit
Skeletal System
Skeletal Muscle System
Muscular Contraction and Movement
Muscular Training Principles and Adaptations
Neuromuscular Aspects of Movement
Neuroendocrine–Immune System Unit
Neurohormonal Control of Exercise
The Immune System, Exercise, Training, and Illness