sports sciences

Presented in a question-and-answer format, explores the basic science concepts behind the way we perform and the games we play.

"Uses graphic novel format to reveal the science at play behind the sport of football"--Provided by publisher.

"Uses graphic novel format to reveal the scientific aspects at play in the sport of basketball"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses how sports science is creating more powerful athletes.

Text and photographs help readers explore the science concepts behind sports.

"The game of tennis itself has changed drastically over the decades, as developments in technology and conditioning regimens, among other factors, have altered the style of play. Underpinning many of these developments is science, and this book explains the scientific wonders that take the ball from racquet to racquet and back again."--Provided by publisher.

"Readers discover the science technology, math, and engineering behind hockey. In addition to informative main text, sidebars and fact boxes are included to clarify important concepts and provide facts."--Publisher.

Explores the science behind many inventions and improvements in sports and the people who came up woth the ideas.

"How have science and technology helped today's athletes and sportspeople perform better for longer? And how could this change in the future? From the development of carbon fiber composites for para-athletes to improvements in sports nutrition, our performance in competitive events has been vastly improved by contemporary science and technology. This book looks at historical, current and emerging examples of sport technology. We look at technology in training, athletic performance, sports nutrition, sports equipment, sports medicine and how sport is shown on TV"--Provided by the publisher.