Exercise science practitioners have access to mountains of research
findings, expert opinions, novel techniques, and program plans via
blogs, fitness magazines, conference presentations, and
peer-reviewed journals. To facilitate effective practice,
practitioners must sift through this information and retain only
the best evidence to form a sound base of knowledge. Evidence-Based
Practice in Exercise Science: The Six-Step Approach equips readers
with the basic skills and competencies for discerning the value of
scientific research. Using a methodical approach, students and
professionals will learn to identify appropriate evidence to
support novel interventions and avoid counterproductive or
dangerous information to eliminate ineffective exercise options.
The authors, well-known advocates in the study and application of
evidence-based practice in the field of exercise science, take the
five-step method of evidence-based practice that has been
established in medicine, adapt it specifically for exercise
science, and expand it to embrace individuality in exercise
training. The content is accessible for students in a variety of
courses in exercise science curricula; those seeking certification
through professional organizations; and practitioners in the fields
of exercise, nutrition, sports medicine, and sport science. This
text is an instruction manual in understanding and applying
evidence-based practice. The process is divided into six steps that
begin with asking a question and then finding, evaluating,
implementing, confirming, and re-evaluating the evidence. Readers
of Evidence-Based Practice in Exercise Science will explore these
aspects: * The philosophy of science and design of scientific
studies * The use of search tools like PubMed and Google Scholar
and how to rank or define the strength of the evidence * Practical
suggestions for implementing evidence-based practice in the field
to better advise and serve athletes, clients, and patients * Case
studies that demonstrate realistic scenarios of how the
evidence-based process may be used in a variety of sport and
exercise settings Each chapter opens with chapter objectives that
provide a road map for learning, and a chapter conclusion
summarizes main points and ensures understanding. The case studies
cover topics including exercise prescription; exercise for special
populations; nutrition and supplementation; and exercise devices,
equipment, and apparel. Each case presents a realistic scenario
that an exercise practitioner may experience, presents background
information, formulates a question for investigation, describes a
search of the literature, discusses the findings, and provides a
recommendation for practice based on the best current evidence.
Evidence-Based Practice in Exercise Science is grouped into four
sections that assist readers in gaining a better understanding of
the evidence-based practice paradigm, learning the step-by-step
method, and acquiring experience in the evidence-based approach by
working through practical examples using real-world scenarios. Part
I offers foundational knowledge of evidence-based practice in
exercise sciences. Part II introduces the six-step method of
evidence-based practice with chapters that explore each step of the
process in depth. Part III presents 16 case studies grouped into
chapters by generaal topics. Part IV concludes the text with
chapters on disseminating and sharing knowledge and the future of
evidence-based practice in exercise science. By understanding the
concepts and process of evidence-based practice, current and future
sport, exercise, and health professionals will prescribe
individualized programs and treatments that improve athletic
performance and lead individuals toward better health. Embracing
evidence-based practice will ultimately advance the field and
produce optimal outcomes for clients, patients, and athletes.
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