Evidence-Based Practice in Exercise Science: The Six-Step Approach

Amonette, William E., English, Kirk L., Kraemer, William J.

ISBN 10: 1450434193 / ISBN 13: 9781450434195

Published by Human Kinetics, 2016

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Title: Evidence-Based Practice in Exercise Science:...

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Publication Date: 2016

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

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Synopsis:

Exercise science practitioners have access to a vast amount of research findings, expert opinions, novel techniques and programme plans and must sift through this information and retain only the best to form a sound base of knowledge. Evidence-Based Practice in Exercise Science 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.

About the Author:

Prior to becoming an academic, Amonette served has an assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Chinese national Basketball team. Kirk L. English, works as a senior scientist at the Johnson Space Centre for NASA contractor, JES Tech LLC. William J. Kraemer, PhD, is a full professor in the Department of Human Sciences at The Ohio State University. He has also written several bestselling titles for Human Kinetics.