Cover Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication Page -- Brief Contents -- Contents -- Foreword -- Preface -- About the Authors -- About the Contributors -- Reviewers -- PART I Kinesiology: Its Fundamentals and Paradoxes -- CHAPTER 1 Fundamentals and Paradoxes -- Introduction -- Classic Definitions -- Three Strata -- Core Scientific Domains -- Sociocultural-Based Forms of Movement -- Specialized Movement Forms -- Methods in Career Applications -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 2 Pathways to the Pillars -- Introduction: Guiding Principles -- A Competency Approach -- Popularity of Kinesiology -- Skills and Competencies -- Learner-Centered Approach -- Teacher-Centered vs. Learner-Centered Approaches -- Five Basic Principles -- Student is Center Stage -- Commitment to a Holistic Approach -- Successful Kinesiology Experiences Must be as Diverse as the People Who Move -- The Parts of Kinesiology Are Critical to the Whole -- Implementing the Approaches -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 3 A History of Kinesiology -- Introduction -- The Embryonic Period: 1880s–1900s -- The Profession of Physical Education: 1900–1960 -- The Academic Discipline of Physical Education: 1960–1980 -- Kinesiology as a Unifying Title: 1990–Present -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- PART II PILLARS OF THE DISCIPLINE: KINESIOLOGY SUBDISCIPLINES -- CHAPTER 4 Biomechanics -- What Is Biomechanics? -- A Brief History of Biomechanics -- The Anatomical Period -- The Theoretical Period -- The Experimental Period -- The Modern Period -- Why Study Biomechanics? -- Major Principles of Biomechanics -- Mechanical Principles -- Multisegment Principles -- Biological Principles -- Actions of the MTC -- Factors Affecting MTC Force -- MTC Length -- MTC Action -- Velocity -- The Stretch-Shortening Cycle -- What Can You Do With a Degree in Biomechanics? -- Careers in Biomechanics -- Biomechanics for Everyone -- Observation -- Evaluation and Diagnosis -- Intervention -- Areas of Research in Biomechanics -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 5 Exercise and Sport Psychology -- What Is Sport Psychology? -- History of Sport Psychology -- What Do Sport Psychologists Do? -- Research -- Teaching -- Consulting -- How Does One Become a Sport Psychologist? -- Clinical Sport Psychology -- Educational Sport Psychology -- Orientations in Sport Psychology -- Psychophysiological Orientation -- Social-Psychological Orientation -- Cognitive-Behavioral -- Major Topics in Sport Psychology -- Motivation -- Social Cognitive Theory -- Achievement Goal Theory -- Attribution Theory -- Psychological Skill Development -- Myths About Psychological Skill Development -- Delivery of PSD Programs -- Team/Group Dynamics -- Formation of Groups -- Factors Influencing Team Performance -- Research Methods in Sport Psychology -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 6 Exercise and S.
port Physiology -- What Is Exercise and Sport Physiology? -- The History of Exercise Physiology in the United States -- Why Study Exercise Physiology? -- The Principles of Exercise Physiology -- The Components of Physical Fitness -- The Principles of Exercise Training -- What Can You Do with a Degree in Exercise Physiology? -- Areas of Research in Exercise Physiology -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- Other Resources -- CHAPTER 7 Motor Behavior -- What Is Motor Behavior? -- Basic Building Blocks of the Study of Motor Behavior -- Contemporary History of Motor Behavior as an Area of Inquiry -- Major Topics in Motor Behavior and Research Approaches -- Motor Control -- Motor Learning -- Motor Development -- How Can You Use Motor Behavior in Your Career? -- Coaching -- Physical Education -- Physical or Occupational Therapy -- Career Opportunities in Motor Behavior -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 8 Philosophy of Kinesiology -- Introduction -- What Is the Philosophy of Kinesiology? -- A Brief History of the Philosophy of Kinesiology -- Major Topics in the Philosophy of Kinesiology -- Metaphysics -- Epistemology -- Values -- Ethics -- Aesthetics -- What Can You Do with a Degree in the Philosophy of Kinesiology? -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 9 Sport Pedagogy and Physical Activity -- What Is Sport Pedagogy? -- The History of Physical Education -- Why Study Sport Pedagogy? -- Major Topics in Sport Pedagogy -- Opportunity to Learn -- Meaningful Content -- Appropriate Instruction -- Teacher Movement -- Meaningful Feedback -- Minimizing Instructional, Managerial, and Wait Time -- Student and Program Assessment -- What Can You Do with a Degree in Sport Pedagogy? -- Areas of Research in Sport Pedagogy -- Descriptive Research -- Experimental Research -- Action Research -- Research and Technology -- Analytic Research -- The Future of Physical Education -- National Physical Activity Plan -- Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 10 Sociology of Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity -- What Is Sociology of Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity? -- A Brief History of the Sociology of Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity -- Major Topics in Sociology of Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity -- Preparing to Ask and Answer Sociological Questions Related to Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity -- Why Apply Sociological Knowledge to Sport and Physical Activity? -- Theory and Practice in the Sociology of Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity -- Landscape Knowledge Techniques -- Experience Knowledge Techniques -- Analytic Knowledge Techniques -- Case Study: Applying Your Sociological Imagination to Movement Settings -- Emergent Sport: From CrossFit and Tough Mudders to the Biggest Loser -- Cultural Conditions -- Structural Conditions -- Historical Context -- What Can You Do with a Degree in Soci.
ology of Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity? -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 11 Adapted Physical Activity -- What Is Physical Activity? -- What Is Adapted Physical Activity? -- A Brief History of APA -- Major Topics in APA -- What Is Adaptation? -- What Is Appropriate Language in APA? -- How Can APA Impact Aging and Disability? -- What Courses are Available in APA? -- What Do APA Service Programs Look Like? -- What Can You Do with Training in APA? -- What Kind of Work Do You Actually Do in APA? -- APE Teacher -- Adapted Aquatics Instructor -- APA Specialist at a Medical Center -- APA Coordinator in the Public Sector -- Adapted Fitness Business Owner -- APA Service Program Director at a Community College -- Adapted Fitness Trainer in a Recovery Exercise Program -- APA Researcher in a University -- Adapted Wellness Program Director at a Retirement Community -- What Credentials or Certifications Are Available in the Field of APA? -- Certified Adapted Physical Educator (CAPE) -- Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer (CIFT) -- Aquatic Therapy and Rehabilitation Institute Certified (ATRIC) -- Areas of Research in APA -- Administrative and Epidemiological Approach -- Biomechanical Approach -- Motor Behavioral Approach -- Pedagogical Approach -- Physiological Approach -- Psychological Approach -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 12 Sport Management -- What Is Sport Management? -- The History of Sport Management in the United States -- The Size of the Sport Industry in the United States -- Major Topics in Sport Management -- Intercollegiate, Interscholastic, and Amateur Athletics -- Sport Marketing and Revenue Generation -- Sport Consumer Behavior -- Sport Facility Management -- Sport Management Ethics -- Sport Law -- Career Opportunities with a Sport Management Degree -- Predominant Areas of Research in Sport Management -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- PART III INTEGRATION OF THE PILLARS -- CHAPTER 13 Healthy Living -- Case Study: Health and Wellness -- Two Common Problems -- A Solution? -- Health Evaluation -- Physician Clearance -- Fitness Assessment -- Goal Setting and Exercise Prescription -- The Fitness Program -- Post-Assessment, Reevaluation, and Revision -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 14 Restoring Function -- Case Study: Care for Restoring Healthy Balance -- Key Legislation -- Extra IEP Content for Youth with Disabilities -- Adapted Physical Education -- Becoming an Adapted Physical Educator -- Adapted Physical Activity -- Career Possibilities -- Allied Health Professions -- Broader Issues in Therapeutic Exercise and Allied Health -- Chapter Summary -- Discussion Questions -- References -- CHAPTER 15 Discovering Possibilities -- Case Study: Personal and Cultural Physical Activity -- Understanding the Physical Activity Relationship -- Life as a Stranger -- Life as a Tourist -- Life as a Regular -- Life as an Insider.
