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This important new book is the first text on motor learning and control to focus exclusively on the development of movement coordination in children. It is also the first book to bring together in one volume both cognitive and ecological-psychological approaches to the subject. Based on cutting-edge theory and research, the book explores how children develop coordination within three real-world settings: everyday behavior, movement disorder and sporting activity. ... Read more

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With approximately 1 in 6 adults likely to experience a significant mental health problem at any one time (Office for National Statistics), research into effective interventions has never been more important. During the past decade there has been an increasing interest in the role that sport and physical activity can play in the treatment of mental health problems, and in mental health promotion. The benefits resulting from physiological changes during exercise are well documented, including improvement in mood and control of anxiety and depression. Research also suggests that socio-cultural and psychological changes arising from engagement in sport and physical activity carry valuable mental health benefits.

Sport and Physical Activity for Mental Health is an evidence-based practical guide for nurses, allied health professionals, social workers, physical activity leaders, and sport coaches. The authors provide comprehensive analysis of a broad range of client narratives, integrating theory and the latest research to explore the effectiveness of various interventions. The book offers readers detailed recommendations, suggestions, and ideas as to how sport and physical activity opportunities can be tailored to provide the greatest mental health benefits. ... Read more

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Philosophy and the Sciences of Exercise, Health and Sport answers these questions and others, in a unique interdisciplinary study that calls on researchers working in sport, exercise and health to reflect critically on the nature and aims of scientific enquiry in these disciplines. The book addresses the underlying assumptions and development of both the very idea of science itself and what shape scientific enquiries ought to take in the fields of exercise, health and sport.
Written by a range of prestigious and internationally respected philosophers, scientists and social scientists, each chapter addresses a key issue in research methodology. Questions raised by the authors include:
DT Do natural and social scientists need to understand philosophy of science?
DT Are statistics misused in sport and exercise science research?
DT Is sport science research gender-biased?
DT How do external and commercial interests skew professional guidelines in health and sport research?
DT Can scientists make claims without attempting to falsify as well as to confirm their theses?
This unique text serves notice to sport and health researchers to think philosophically about their subject and its scientific bases. It is essential reading for postgraduate researchers seeking to establish a sound theoretical foundation for their work. ... Read more

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Norwegian Univ. of Sport Science, Oslo, Norway. Covers the fundamental areas of sport psychology. Presents 20 learning experiences and shows how to ask and investigate research questions. Previous edition: c1986. Wire-spiral binding. ... Read more

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An injury does more than physically limit an athlete; it also challenges the athlete's mental game and emotional equilibrium. This is a comprehensive guide to treating the psychological consequences of sport injuries. "Psychology of Sport Injury" gives psychologists, physicians, athletic trainers, sport physiotherapists, and other sport medicine specialists the information they need to address the psychological needs of injured athletes. The book advocates a team approach in which all of these professionals work together with the athlete to help him or her successfully return to play. It also includes information on using psychology to help athletes prevent sport injuries. ... Read more

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In the newly revised and updated Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Third Edition, students and professionals will find a comprehensive array of information that bridges the gap between research and practice and captures the excitement of the world of sport and exercise.

Authors Robert Weinberg and Daniel Gould have revised every chapter of the popular text, incorporating the latest research and practice in sport and exercise psychology. They combine contemporary practical examples, case studies, and anecdotes to help readers better understand different theories, concepts, and research. In-depth questions at the end of each chapter guide readers from research to practice and enable readers to think critically.

The first and second editions of the text set new standards for introductory textbooks; this edition raises the bar to an even higher level with new artwork, photos, and a fresh design, making the text an exceptionally rich learning resource and professional reference tool. Each chapter includes up-to-date information. The following are new features of this third edition

· Extensive material on motivation, social loafing, and group development
· Expanded coverage of leaders in sport, including information on expectations, values, beliefs, and behavioral guidelines for coaches
· Research on anxiety and team-energizing strategies
· Comprehensive data on hypnosis phases, techniques, and their effects
· Details on the use of imagery in sport
· An entire section on goal mapping
· Updated information on eating disorders in sport
· A comprehensive section on exercise addiction
· Material on sport aggression, moral development, cooperation, and gender differences in competition

The seven-part text is organized in an easy-to-follow format that allows for quick topical searches. Key points are highlighted throughout to help readers identify the most important ideas. Special elements such as case studies, new research procedures and findings, and sample questionnaires and application procedures also enhance reader understanding.

Part I, "Getting Started," introduces the main ways knowledge is gained in sport psychology. It emphasizes the importance of teaming scientific and practical knowledge to better help students, athletes, and exercise enthusiasts.

Part II, "Understanding Participants," focuses on personal factors (such as personality characteristics, individual orientations, and emotions) that affect performance and psychological development in sport, physical education, and exercise settings.

Part III, "Understanding Sport and Exercise Environments," examines the situational factors that influence behavior in sport, physical education, and exercise settings.

Part IV, "Understanding Group Processes," outlines information on group interaction.

Part V, "Enhancing Performance," details the progress that has been made with psychological techniques to help people perform more effectively.

Part VI, "Enhancing Health and Well-Being," reviews the roles that psychological factors play in health, exercise, and wellness.

Part VII, "Facilitating Psychological Growth and Development," examines psychological development and well-being topics that are important to both society and sport and exercise psychology, such as children in sport, aggression in sport, and moral development and sportsmanship.

Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, third edition, expertly captures the intrigue and excitement of the field while explaining basic concepts and principles.It shows how these concepts and principles can be applied to counseling, teaching, coaching, sports medicine, and fitness instruction.This completely updated text will help students and practitioners improve their comprehension and knowledge of the field of sport psychology. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (10)

Horribly organized and written but quite informational
Perhaps I'm not being fair on discussing how this book is being organized since so many of the ideas overlap so heavily... Nonetheless, this book seems to have almost no logical organization. Sometimes, when I'm reading a chapter, I'll feel like I'm reading something straight out of the last chapter. Not to mention the hierarchy within a chapter is chaotic at best. The use of the same size, same bold font for every heading makes it feel more like a poorly made wikipedia page on the topic than a logical chapter presenting the information. For god's sakes, change the font to reflect the hierarchy of the chapter. I've never seen a textbook fail to do so so miserably.

On top of this, it often feels like the authors just "threw" as much information in on a given topic as they could. Reading the little bullet points every few pages seems to almost conflict with some of the things mentioned in the book.

All in all, this is a VERY frustrating book to read and if you aren't somewhat interested in the topic already, it will not be an easy read. I have never used a worse textbook in my studies and I am in my second year of university, having taken psychology and exercise physiology courses with a lot in common with the course I use this for now.

If there's a way to avoid using this book (note to professors), please spare your class. You might understand it fairly well but students with less knowledge in the field will find it ridiculously boring and overwhelming.

Great!
The book is great and I am learning a lot! It is soo easy to read also!

Great Book
The book was in great condition just like the seller said. It arrived it great time. I would buy from this seller again.

happy customer
I really am enjoying this textbook. it covers exactly what i thought it woudl and then some. since having bought it i have found out that it is the gold standard for sports psychology -added incentive. its easy to read adn cpmprehend adn the online study guide is just great, full of activities and review options. it arrived sooner than expected too, and i just had it on normal shipping :)

Foundations of Sports and Exercise Psychology
Book is in great condition, very informative and professsionally written. Purchased this book for a college course.
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This step-by-step training program contains the latest on mind-body performance to help you achieve major breakthroughs in sports, health, business, and life. Features hundreds of practical tools and tips on focusing, building confidence, handling slumps, and overcoming performance anxiety as well as over 50 proven training exercises. This book is receiving substantial national media attention with articles and excerpts on ABCTV and in USA Today, Shape Magazine, Runner's World, Triathlete Magazine, and the San Francisco Examiner. Discover the winning strategies of the world's greatest athletes including personal interviews with Lance Armstrong, Bill Rodgers, Joan Benoit Samuelson, Dan O'Brien, and many Olympic gold medalists. ... Read more

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Good book, but could have been shorter
Basicly this is a very good book about how the human mind of an athlete is copingwith all kinds of situations, fears and what to do to change one's mind.I loved to read it but it could have been much shorter.More to the point.

Your Performing Edge - 5 Star Review
Your Performing Edge, the new 4th edition is absolutely the best resource I've ever come across for creating success in my personal and professional life. I use it for my sports training and for my professional development in my business. I also use the Your Performing Edge Comprehensive Learning System, a 12-CD set, which is a great companion to the book, with visualization exercises, a workbook, and hundreds of tools for performing my best.
I love the Free ,Mini Ecourse that Dr. JoAnn created on her website,
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Lots of great tools, insights and ideas for my training - a great resource that I use every day. Thanks.

Psychology + Sports = Improvement
If you improve your mental performance, you will improve your physical performance,This book will show you how to start with your mental outlook and go from there.

Great read!
This is one of the best books I have read.It is a psychology book with a sports theme.Loved it!!!

Your Performing Edge
Your Performing Edge is quite simply the best book i have ever read on the subject of improving mental performance. I am a keen amateur golfer with a 4 handicap and a great natural athelete. Like everyone, i was searching for that "miracle" to help me break through the next barrier - my mind. I have read and studied a number of other books and programs about improving mental performance. While many gave you the answers to "what" you need to do, none gave you the answers to "how" to improve. Dr. JoAnn Dalkoetters insights, lessons and tips are the most valuable resource ever produced on the subject. Combine this book with her Personal Coaching Program and you have, what i consider to be, the most powerful program available. I am now playing the golf i have always dreamed of. Your Performing Edge is a must read for anyone seriously considering improving their mental approach to atheletics, life, business or otherwise. ... Read more

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This work explores the relationships between the most important areas in sports exercise and fitness (SEF) and the human psychological condition. Taking a holistic approach, the social psychology of sports and the problems of personal adjustment and mental health are discussed by authors from a number of psychological specialities - sport psychopharmacology, clinical, industrial, social development, sports medicine, exercise, physiology, physical education, and philosophy. ... Read more

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The first textbook to combine an explanation of the theoretical foundations of sport psychology, critical reviews of contemporary research and practical suggestions for relevant independent research projects. ... Read more

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This is the first book of its kind to reveal the link between physical fitness and psychological well-being. Dr. Larry Leith renowned exercise scientist shares with the reader how exercise can fight depression ease stress and brighten one's mood. The book includes many practical strategies designed to improve the reader's enjoyment of and adherence to an exercise program. ... Read more

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Exercising
Taking the first step is always the hardest but when you understand why that step is needed it makes all the difference. I do not believe anyone that states they "like" to exercise however the habit of exercising is accomplished when you truly understand and believe the benefits.This book is fantastic for understanding why, suggestions on types of exercise, and the mental benefits of exercise.Easy read.

Sound body, sound mind...
We all know exercise does the physical body good, but the mind? Dr. Leith presents a solid case for exercise as means to better mental health, and provides the means to get there. Written in a manner anyone can follow and in terms anyone can understand. A great book if you need a push to get yourself going.

Sound body, sound mind...
We all know exercise does the physical body good, but the mind? Dr. Leith presents a solid case for exercise as means to better mental health, and provides the means to get there. Written in a manner anyone can follow and in terms anyone can understand. A great book if you need a push to get yourself going.

All you have to do is follow instructions!
The advice in this book is very helpful, but only works if you keep to the advice.The exercises mentioned are easy for anyone to keep up with, whether young, old or in-between!This book is very helpful in improvingmental health, as in the title, and also physical health.After followingthe relevant advice, I now feel much better both physically and mentally. I bought this book to help with my depression, and it has paid off, and itis a must for anyone in the same situation, but you must have the willpower to keep to the advice! ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, published by American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) on March 1, 2003. The length of the article is 408 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Elicitation studies and the theory of planned behavior: a systematic review of exercise beliefs. (Psychology).(health planning and exercise beliefs)
Author: Danielle Symons Downs
Publication: Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport (Refereed)
Date: March 1, 2003
Publisher: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
Volume: 74Issue: 1Page: A-68(2)

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The application of psychology to sport and exercise settings is a relatively new field which is rapidly developing and expanding. This branch of psychology is concerned with understanding the behaviour, mental processes, and well-being of people who are involved in sport and exercise. Practitioners typically specialise in either the sport or exercise branches, though some work equally in both fields. This book presents invigorating recent research in the field. ... Read more

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This anthology aims to throw a historical and a sociological light on the relation between sports, body culture and humanistic health science. More precisely, it intends to analyse how the health aspect from the beginning formed an important part when sports developed into a social institution in the second part of the 19th century and how it is still used in a legitimative fashion. In this connection, the gender aspect has to be taken into consideration as sports pertain to the two sexes in very different ways; thus much time was spent on debating whether sports were healthy for women while the health aspect was not discussed in relation to men.The basic idea of the anthology is that there are manifold cultural meanings and discourses surrounding sports, body and health. These meanings and discourses not only vary from time to time, but also function to mark the boundaries between social classes, races, nations, gender and ageing. Thus, the anthology provides an introduction to the cultural ambiguity and pluralism of the triplex: sports, body and health - and it rejects any notion of fundamentalism and universalism in the field. ... Read more

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The groundbreaking, three-volume Praeger Handbook of Sports Medicine and Athlete Health introduces readers to sports medicine and explains what we can do to prevent or recover from sports injuries—of body or mind. The astoundingly comprehensive set is chock full of everything anyone would want to know about the subject, from how to pursue a career in sports medicine to how to understand, treat, and avoid various injuries and psychological problems that may arise from participation.

Volume 1, Sports Medicine History, Careers offers personal descriptions of the career path of professionals in sports medicine, covering virtually all of the numerous specialties. Volume 2, Athlete Health, Injuries, and Prevention is focused around specific injury locations with accessibly written descriptions of the anatomical location, how injuries happen, and how the injury is treated. Volume 3, Athlete Mental Health serves as a broad survey and discussion of everything from teamwork to performance anxiety, body-image distortion, family pressures, and issues associated with aging.

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This guide for sports professionals brings together specific recommendations for participation in sports and exercise by children with chronic health conditions. The text discusses 20 common medical conditions affecting children's ability to participate in sport, with a brief description of each condition. The text is presented in two parts: the first part discusses how chronic disease can disturb the normal psychosocial and physical development of children, and how exercise can improve the underlying pathology and provide preventive health benefits. The book advises sports professionals about their legal responsibilites for placing children in sports and exercise programmes, as well as the possible adverse effects of physical activity. This section of the book also describes how to select appropriate activities, and provide preparatory guidance and training. The second part of the book addresses specific chronic disesaes, and includes a brief description of the pathphysiology, presentation, assessment, and natural history of each condition. ... Read more

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Part of a series of textbooks which have been written to support A levels in psychology. The books use real life applications to make theories come alive for students and teach them what they need to know. Readers are encouraged to use aims, methods, results and conclusions of the key studies to support their own arguments. Exam-style questions provide students with the opportunity to use their knowledge and practice exam questions. Answers are provided. ... Read more