"[Looks at the] basic anatomy and physiology of the human body and how bones, muscles, organs, and nerves work together to make walking, running, and all other movement possible."--Back cover.
An introduction to the science of kinesiology, the study human body movement, discussing how physical activity can alleviate chronic illnesses and disabilities, what factors contribute to musculoskeletal injury, and how to reverse those influences.
Explains scientific concepts related to the biomechanics and physiology of skateboarding, discussing training, conditioning, injuries, hazards, and other related topics.
Explains how basic scientific principles such as friction, inertia, actions and reactions, and acceleration are involved in basketball, football, diving, skating and other sports.
An overview of the human skeletal system that covers its components and processes, its common malfunctions and diseases, tests and treatments, doctors and scientists who have made significant discoveries, and historic and contemporary research.
