Introduction to Physical Education, Fitness, and Sport

Authored by one of the leading experts in the field, this comprehensive text introduces students to the fields of physical education, exercise science, and allied health--presenting the history and trends in physical education and the human movement sciences. The text includes a discussion of careers and professional issues in all areas of physical education and kinesiology, as well as an introduction to the major subfields, including exercise physiology; biomechanics; motor learning, control, and development; sport sociology; sport and exercise psychology; sport pedagogy; sport humanities; and related areas in athletic training, sport management, and allied health.Daryl Siedentop is the author of 'Introduction to Physical Education, Fitness, and Sport', published 2006 under ISBN 9780073047386 and ISBN 0073047384.