Exercise Physiology: The Physiology of Exercise Testing, Volume 1
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2017
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Overview / Use Cases: This book was designed to accompany undergraduate Exercise Physiology textbooks which are either applied or more clinically based. Each chapter provides multiple methods to measure the physiologic parameters for the relevant topic. This provides options which are aligned with applied and advanced outcomes. With that in mind, there are three main reasons this manual was created: 1) currently no other manual exists that allows students to apply both basic and advanced testing assessments for Exercise Physiology, 2) other manuals do not include exercises for endocrine responses, thermoregulation, resting and exercise metabolism, etc. and 3) to provide instructors with quizzing capabilities to help students better prepare for and apply the concepts in the lab to physiologic principles.
Structure: Each chapter focuses upon the different core concepts of Exercise Physiology. An overview of the chapter content is included here.
Quiz Platform: The book comes with an accompanying quiz platform. Pre-lab quizzes better ensure that students come ready to perform testing in the lab, and lower the probability of unpreparedness and/or not fully comprehending the concepts being tested each day. Post-lab quizzes are also available to check for understanding of the material. This pedagogical approach achieves a higher reach on Bloom’s Taxonomy and helps to bring closure to the content.
Format: The content is presented in an online-only version. The reason is three-fold. First, it is more cost effective for students. Second, students tend to prefer using a tablet and stylus pencil to interact with the text and write in their data as they are performing the testing. Third, it is simpler to turn their work into the course’s learning management system, which in turn makes it easier for instructors to grade.
Chapter 1 Data Collection and Interpretation
A. Environmental Data Collection
B. Subject Data Collection
C. Data Presentation
Chapter 2 Measurement of Work, Power, and Energy Expenditure
A. Measurement of Work and Power
B. Estimation of Energy Expenditure
Chapter 3 Measurement of Resting Metabolic Rate
A. Prediction of Resting Metabolic Rate
B. Measurement of Resting Metabolic Rate
Chapter 4 Exercise Metabolism
A. Calculating the Oxygen Deficit and Excess Post Oxygen Consumption
B. Determining the Lactate Threshold
Chapter 5 Endocrine Responses to Exercise
A. Glucose Uptake
Chapter 6 Flexibility
A. Flexibility Exercises
B. Static and Dynamic Flexibility
Chapter 7 Physiology of Skeletal Muscle
A. Comparison of Muscle Tissue Types
B. Skeletal Muscle Contraction
C. Types of Muscular Contraction
D. Muscular Endurance
E. Muscular Strength
F. Muscular Power 117
Chapter 8 Cardiovascular Function
A. Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
B. Heart Rate and Blood Pressure during Exercise
C. Resting Electrocardiogram
Chapter 9 Pulmonary Function
A. Estimation of Lung Volumes
B. Measurement of Lung Volumes
Chapter 10 Thermoregulation
A. The Effect of Exercise Intensity and Thermal Stress on Thermoregulation
B. The Effect of Duration on Thermoregulation
C. The Effect of Training on Thermoregulation
Chapter 11 Anthropometry and Body Composition
A. Measurement with Bioelectric Impedance and Body Mass Index
B. Measurements with Girth Assessments
C. Measurement with Skinfold Calipers
D. Measurement with Laboratory Instruments
Chapter 12 Assessment of Anaerobic Fitness
A. Sprint Tests
B. Vertical Jump Tests
C. Anaerobic Cycling Tests
Chapter 13 Assessment of Aerobic Fitness
A. Submaximal Aerobic Laboratory Tests
B. Submaximal Aerobic Field Tests
C. Maximal Oxygen Consumption
Dr. Lauren R. Tapp is a professor of exercise science in the School of Science and Technology. Tapp's interest in exercise physiology stems from an extensive background in athletics as she played several sports growing up, including soccer, volleyball, track and field, and softball. She has a variety of interests relating to exercise science, however she has particular interests in the fields of strength and conditioning, pediatric exercise physiology and environmental physiology.
Tapp received her PhD from Temple University (Philadelphia) in integrative exercise physiology and completed her undergraduate degree (exercise science and nutrition) and master's degree (exercise physiology) at Florida State University. She also has ties to the University of Miami, where she completed her dissertation research as a visiting doctoral student.
Tapp's experience in the field extends beyond the classroom as she has worked in a multitude of applied settings including cardiac rehab, corporate wellness, hospital wellness, and commercial health and fitness. She has also worked in strength and conditioning at the high school, NCAA Division I and semi-professional levels, in addition to working with several professional athletes as private clients. Tapp is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association, a Certified Exercise Physiologist with the American College of Sports Medicine and is also a Certified Sports Performance Coach with USA Weightlifting.
Tapp grew up in the Fort Lauderdale, Fla. area. She continues to play soccer several days per week and is a dedicated FSU football fan.
Dr. Pamela S. Anderson has an eclectic background. She lived in Amsterdam, the Netherlands for five years, during which time she traveled extensively throughout Europe, parts of Southern Africa and South America. Upon her return to the United States, she pursued a career in the music industry (artist management, business management, road warrior) in Nashville, Tenn. Eventually, her passion for teaching directed her to complete her formal education.
Anderson completed her terminal degree at Middle Tennessee State University in health and human performance. Her main area of teaching interest lies in science, particularly the physiological aspects of exercise, but she also enjoys teaching classes in health and wellness, first aid and CPR, and diversity in educational settings.