Science behind sports

Explores the history of the sport of skiing as well as the biomechanics and physics that are at work when skiers train, condition for, and compete.

Explores the history of the sport of golf as well as the biomechanics and physics that are at work when players train, condition for, and play the sport.

Describes the history of equestrian competitive sports, and discusses the scientific principles behind the sport, its biomechanics, psychological and environmental factors, and training and conditioning. Includes color photographs, fact boxes, sidebars, diagrams, charts, a glossary, an index, and sources for additional information.

Provides an overview of the sport's origins and evolution, presenting the scientific principles and concepts relevant to tae kwon do, the biomechanics and physiology involved, and the elements of sports medicine uniquely associated with martial arts athletes.

Explains scientific concepts related to the biomechanics and physiology of skateboarding, discussing training, conditioning, injuries, hazards, and other related topics.

Provides an in-depth look at the scientific principles behind collegiate and scholastic wrestling (not "professional wrestling"). A brief history of the sport is offered followed by chapters that cover the scientific concepts behind training and conditioning, the application of force and leverage in various wrestling moves.

Provides an overview of the sport's origins and evolution, presenting the scientific principles and concepts relevant to figure skating, the biomechanics and physiology involved, and the elements of sports medicine uniquely associated with figure skaters.

Explores the scientific principles behind some of the most popular team and individual sports. Covers origins, history and changes, the biomechanics and physiology of playing, related health and medical concerns, and the causes and treatment of sports-related injuries. This volume covers volleyball.

Looks at the science behind the sport of tennis, including training, nutrition, and the physics at work during the game.

Provides an overview of the sport's origins and evolution, presenting the scientific principles and concepts relevant to gymnastics, the biomechanics and physiology involved, and the elements of sports medicine uniquely associated with gymnasts.