theory and application to fitness and performance Powers, Scott K. (Scott Kline) 1950- creator Howley, Edward T. 1943- text bibliography nyu 2018 Tenth edition. monographic eng

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xv, 594 pages : illustrations (some colors) ; 29 cm. Introduction to exercise physiology -- Common measurements in exercise physiology -- Control of the internal environment -- Bioenergetics -- Exercise metabolism -- Cell signaling and the hormonal responses to exercise -- Exercise and the immune system -- The nervous system : structure and control of movement -- Skeletal muscle : structure and function -- Circulatory responses to exercise -- Respiration during exercise -- Acid-base balance during exercise -- The physiology of training : effect on VO2 max, performance, and strength -- Risk factors and inflammation : links to chronic disease -- Work tests to evaluate cardiorespiratory fitness -- Exercise for special populations -- Body composition and nutrition for health -- Factors affecting performance -- Laboratory assessment of human performance -- Training for the female athlete, children, special populations, and the masters athlete. Scott K. Powers, Edward T. Howley. Includes bibliographical references and index. Exercise physiology Physical Fitness QP301 612.044 9781259870453 (pbk. : alk. paper) 2016051329 DNLM/DLC 161107 20181024153100.0 19368330 spa