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Databases
- Academic Search Ultimate This link opens in a new windowThis general database covers physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, motor ability, and more. Select "Scholarly (Peer Reviewed) Journals" to get refereed articles.
- Consumer Health Complete This link opens in a new windowFind images, diagrams, and animations of human anatomy. Search for body parts (knee, shoulder, joints, etc.) and explore the result tabs. Watch a tutorial for tips.
- PubMed This link opens in a new windowSearch this medical database for technical, scholarly articles covering the kinesiology and biomechanics of sport.
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Books
Encyclopedia of Sports Science by Call Number: Reference GV558 .E53 1997 v. 1–2Find in-depth information on the biomechanics and physics of fitness. This set covers a number of sports, body parts, and athletic movements such as throwing, catching, and jumping.
Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics in Sport by Call Number: Oversize Link Level QP303.A67 2009This book explores the biomechanics and performance enhancement techniques of several core aspects of sport, including strength, power, posture, speed, flexibility, body type, and more.
Kinesiology: Scientific Basis of Human Motion by Call Number: Link Level QP303 .L87 2002Explore the basics of human motion by anatomical region and the principles and applications of motor skills.
Qualitative Analysis of Human Movement by Call Number: Oversize Link Level QP303 .K59 2002Learn how to conduct a qualitative analysis of movement, from observation and analysis to intervention and providing feedback. This book shows several examples of kinetic theory in action.
Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise by Call Number: Oversize Link Level QP303 .M36 1999Learn about the fundamental concepts and principles of anatomy, kinesiology, the effect of external and internal forces, and how to improve training and performance.
