Sport and Exercise Science: An Introduction – 2nd Edition

The selected book is Sport and Exercise Science: An Introduction (Second Edition), co-authored by Dean Sewell, Philip Watkins, and Murray Griffin and published by Routledge / Hodder Education.  This foundational undergraduate textbook acts as an essential companion for students entering sports studies, covering the scientific principles behind athletic performance, physical training, and health.  Core Subjects Covered The book breaks down the multi-disciplinary field of sports science into three distinct, comprehensive thematic sections:  Section 1: Anatomy and Physiology — Introduces life sciences, human physiological systems, skeletal muscle metabolism, energy balance, body composition, and lifestyle health factors.  Section 2: Biomechanics — Explores human movement using linear/angular kinematics and kinetics, fluid mechanics, and practical motion analysis techniques.  Section 3: Psychology — Investigates the psychological aspects of sports performance, behavioral factors, and how exercise impacts mental and psychological health.  The book is an excellent condition.