World of sports science is a collection of nearly 600 entries that evidence the wide application of science to sport and the place special emphasis on the basic science related to introductory concepts related to muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular efficiency, oxygen use, and the importance of flexibility-all critical elements of fitnesss and athletic performance. The science in this book is simplified so that the it offers straightforward but accurate descriptions of measurements of both general and specialized topics-ranging from entries related to anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to more specialized treatments of injury prevention, nutrition, and the calculation of muscle to fat ratios. This book has been designed with ready reference in mind: Entries are arranged alphabetically, rather than by chronology or scientific field. "See also" references at the end of entries alert the reader to related entries not specifically mentioned in the body of the text. The historical chronology includes many of the significant events in the advancement of sport science. A source consulted section lists the most worthwhile print material and web sites. A comprehensive general index guide the reader to topics and persons mentioned in the book.