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Gr 5 Up—According to the foreword in each book, this series explores the scientific principles such as momentum, gravity, friction, and aerodynamics, plus many more, behind some of the most popular team and individual sports. But first the authors discuss their origins, history, and changes. Then they move on to the biomechanics and physiology of playing, related health and medical concerns, and the causes and treatment of sports-related injuries. Additional information tells how exercise, diet and nutrition, warming up,...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

These overviews of popular sports foreground performance; chapter headings include topics such as "Training and Nutrition," "High-Tech Equipment," and "Injuries and Treatments." Physics, biolog...Log In or Sign Up to Read More