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Build the foundation of scientific knowledge and practical decision-making skills needed to excel in an exercise training career 

Master the core concepts of exercise physiology and learn how to apply them to the real-world challenges of exercise training with Exercise Physiology: Integrating Theory and Application, Third Edition. Designed to connect theory to practice, this engaging, accessible text gives students a thorough understanding of how the body adapts to exercise and environmental stresses and how basic physiology informs practical decisions. This new edition expands the coverage of practical applications, extends on our growing scientific knowledge of exercise physiology, explores the topic of “Exercise is Medicine”, and offers more guidance on finding reliable research-based answers to real-life questions. 

New content, as well as updated coverage of the endocrine system, applying research, nutritional support, and environmental effects make this the perfect resource to support the diverse case scenarios seen by personal trainers, strength coaches, fitness instructors, athletic trainers, and other exercise professionals. 

• Chapter Objectives, Quick Review boxes, Did You Know? boxes, More to Explore boxes, and full-color illustrations help readers digest and retain key concepts. 
• Case Studies, Expert View boxes, and Applying Research boxes offer firsthand opinions from experts on specific real-world issues, explain how to apply research findings in practice, and hone decision-making skills. 
• Practical Questions from Students boxes answer frequently asked questions on topics that readers may find challenging and of interest. 
• Review Questions at the end of each chapter give students a chance to assess and apply their knowledge through short-answer and critical thinking questions. 
• Bonus online animations, videos, and interactive quiz bank bring physiological processes and practical applications to life and reinforce learning. 

Lippincott® Connect features:

• Lifetime access to the digital version of the book with the ability to highlight and take notes on key passages for a more personal, efficient study experience.
• Carefully curated resources, including interactive diagrams, video tutorials, flashcards, organ sounds, and self-assessment, all designed to facilitate further comprehension.

Lippincott® Connect also allows users to create Study Collections to further personalize the study experience. With Study Collections you can:

• Pool content from books across your entire library into self-created Study Collections based on discipline, procedure, organ, concept or other topics.
• Display related text passages, video clips and self-assessment questions from each book (if available) for efficient absorption of material.
• Annotate and highlight key content for easy access later.
• Navigate seamlessly between book chapters, sections, self-assessments, notes and highlights in a single view/page.

Table of contents

Contents
Dedication v
Reviewers vii
About the Authors ix
Preface xi
User's Guide xiii
Acknowledgments xvii
PART 1 Foundations of Exercise Physiology
CHAPTER 1 Applying Research to Everyday Exercise Physiology 3
CHAPTER 2 Essentials of Bioenergetics and Anaerobic Metabolic Pathways 31
CHAPTER 3 Aerobic (Oxidative) Metabolism 53
PART 2 Exercise Physiology and Body Systems
CHAPTER 4 Nervous System 81
CHAPTER 5 Skeletal Muscle System 121
CHAPTER 6 Cardiovascular System 155
CHAPTER 7 Respiratory System 185
CHAPTER 8 Endocrine System 219
CHAPTER 9 Exercise and the Immune System 259
PART 3 Nutrition and Environment
CHAPTER 10 Nutritional Support for Exercise 289
CHAPTER 11 Fluid and Electrolyte Challenges in Exercise 333
CHAPTER 12 Environmental Challenges and Exercise Performance 355
PART 4 Training for Health and Performance
CHAPTER 13 Understanding and Improving Body Composition 397
CHAPTER 14 Aerobic and Strength Training Prescription for Health and Performance 427
CHAPTER 15 Exercise Is Medicine 463
CHAPTER 16 Exercise Testing for Health, Physical Fitness, and Sport Performance 479
CHAPTER 17 Ergogenics in Exercise and Sport 509
CHAPTER 18 Training Considerations for Special Populations 545
Index 589