"Foundations of Physical Activity and Public Health, 2nd Edition has been newly updated to reflect the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. It includes a solid introduction to concepts of public health, techniques for measuring physical activity and the health effects of exercise. These allow you to advance the use of physical activity as a significant component in public health initiatives. ;;Joining experts in the field, Harold Kohl and Tinker Murray, on this new edition is Deborah Salvo. Deborah is an international expert with a special interest in the relationship between the built environment and health. Updates to the new edition include new content on the use of electronic devices, urban design strategies and a new web resource. Joining experts in the field, Harold Kohl and Tinker Murray, on this new edition is Deborah Salvo. Deborah is an international expert with a special interest in the relationship between the built environment and health. Updates to the new edition include new content on the use of electronic devices, urban design strategies and a new web resource. ;;This new second edition describes the impact of sedentary behaviour and physical activity on health, including cardiorespiratory, weight status, cancers, brain health and more. Evidence-based strategies are examined using three general approaches – informational, behavioural and social and environmental and policy. Each includes examples of successful programmes to help you understand applications in public health. To further link theory and practice, case studies and callout boxes provide practical examples. Each chapter also ends with a review for students to develop understanding of the material. ;;Foundations of Physical Activity and Public Health, 2nd Edition, provides students with the tools needed to understand physical activity applications for public health and learn and select the best career to help them make a different in physical activity and public health. "

Explore your career options and sharpen your professional skills with Murray/Eldridge/Kohl's FOUNDATIONS OF KINESIOLOGY: A MODERN INTEGRATED APPROACH. Combining digital and traditional delivery methods so you can learn the way that works best for you, the text focuses on physical activity as the center of the Kinesiology universe. It emphasizes the evolving and ever-changing career opportunities available working with individuals and populations across the lifespan--children, adolescents, adults and older adults--and in a variety of settings, including work, leisure, transportation, home, schools, sport, fitness facilities and rehabilitation centers. It equips you with a solid foundation in basic Kinesiology and helps you develop the skills you need for a career in personal training, occupational and physical therapy, athletic training, sports psychology or sports management.