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The Human Kinetics Library Core Collection combines Bloomsbury’s digital excellence with Human Kinetics’ market-leading sports and physical activity content, featuring an exclusive package of over 190 ebooks and 300 videos.

New for 2023: The Human Kinetics Library Core Collection has been updated with 13 new titles for 2023, covering topics such as exercise physiology, sports nutrition, sports leadership, social media and sport, professional coaching, and fitness assessment.

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The collection contains over 190 market-leading ebooks from Human Kinetics, including textbooks, supplementary monographs and materials for practitioners.

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Also included are over 300 videos from Human Kinetics, including demonstrations of exercise movements and explanations of key physical activity concepts.

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Topics covered include:

Active Aging	Nutrition and Supplements
Anatomy	Outdoor and Adventure Recreation
Athletic Training and Therapy	Physiology of Sport and Exercise
Biomechanics	Program and Facility Management
Coaching	Psychology of Sport and Exercise
Cognition and Mental Health	Research Methods, Measurements, and Evaluation
Disability in Sport	Risk Management
Ergonomics and Occupational Health	Ethics in Sport
Exercise Prescription, Instruction, and Assessment	Sociology of Sport
Fitness and Health	Sport Law
Health Promotion	Sport Management, Marketing and Finance
History of Sport	Sports Analytics and Performance
Kinesiology and Exercise Science	Strength Training
Leadership	Therapeutic and Inclusive Recreation
Motor Behavior	Youth Sports and Fitness

Specific sports and activities covered include:

Archery	Football (Soccer)	Rugby
Baseball	Golf	Running, Jogging and Cross Country
Basketball	Gymnastics	Skiing and Snowboarding
Bodybuilding	Hiking and Backpacking	Softball
Cheerleading	Hockey	Swimming
Cycling and Mountain Biking	Lacrosse	Track and Field (Athletics)
Dance	Martial Arts and Self-Defense	Triathlon
Diving	Racket Sports	Volleyball
Ice Skating	Tennis	Water Sports and Activities
Football (American)	Rock Climbing and Mountaineering	Weight Lifting

New to the Human Kinetics Library Core Collection in 2023

Advanced Environmental Exercise Physiology

Among the issues explored in this text are the effects of heat, hydration, and cold in the thermal environment; diving, altitude training, and other pressure effects on the human system; and the influences that pollution and air quality have on exercise.

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Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription

The text synthesizes research and practice with concepts and theories from exercise physiology, kinesiology, measurement, psychology, and nutrition to clearly convey how assessments from physical fitness testing inform the design of individualized exercise programs.

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Advanced Sports Nutrition: Analysis and Application

World-renowned sports nutritionist Dr. Dan Benardot combines the latest research, strategies, and sports nutrition information with his experience in academia and work with elite athletes to help you learn.

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Contemporary Leadership in Sport Organizations, Second Edition

Brings together research on leadership–both within and outside of sport settings–to provide comprehensive knowledge of skills and practices relevant to the sport industry.

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Exercise and Physical Activity for Older Adults

Delivers comprehensive, interdisciplinary coverage of the physical aging process and its effects on movement and exercise. Research on the physiological and physical implications of aging is presented, focusing on study outcomes and their practical application in optimizing healthy aging.

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Foundations of Professional Coaching: Models, Methods, and Core Competencies

This text will help all types of coaches cultivate a growth environment that encourages lasting change and maximizes each client’s potential in their personal and professional lives.

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Governance in Sport: Analysis and Application

Examines the structure of governance within sport organizations across a breadth of levels and a variety of industry sectors to prepare students to practice principles of good governance and ethical decision making.

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Health Fitness Management

Provides an in-depth picture of the challenging and rewarding role of the health and fitness club manager. Leading experts in the fitness industry share their insights in a practical manner, making this text the most authoritative and field-tested guide to fitness management success.

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History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical Activity

A textbook for undergraduate students in kinesiology taking a foundations, philosophy, or history course on sport and physical activity; a reference for academic libraries and sport studies researchers.

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International Sport Management

As the sport industry continues its global expansion, this second edition serves as an invaluable guide for students whose careers will require an international understanding of the relationships, influences, and responsibilities in sport management. .

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Practical Guide to Exercise Physiology: The Science of Exercise Training and Performance Nutrition

Written specifically for those in the fitness industry, the text covers various training goals and considerations when working with clients and athletes at all levels.

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Research Methods and Design in Sport Management

Explains research design, implementation, and assessment criteria with a focus on procedures unique to the discipline of sport management.

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Social Media and Sports

Offers a practical approach to understanding social media communications in the sports industry, with application extending to those working in journalism, public relations, broadcasting, advertising, and other sport business careers where knowledge of effective social media usage will maximize career potential.

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