Book, Basic Biomechanics (Hall) 8/21[LS]

Basic Biomechanics reaches its eighth edition, fully revised and updated, focusing on the integration of applied anatomy, principles of mechanics and relevant applications in daily life and in the practice of sporting activities. Its text, clear and objective, maintains qualitative and quantitative examples in a balanced way, as well as applications and problems that illustrate the principles discussed. In this edition, the successful pedagogical resources were maintained, designed to facilitate student understanding, such as: Self-Assessment, Additional Assessment, and Laboratory sections; lists of keywords, related sites, definitions of highlighted terms, examples of problems and applications, summaries, bibliographical references, suggested reading and appendices. Main characteristics Text entirely revised, with the purpose of incorporating the most recent research in biomechanics Deep updating of information scientific research on relevant topicsInclusion of examples and applications in sports and the clinicAdded or expanded topics on topics such as: barefoot running and running economy, stretching and performance, bone health and spaceflight, golf swing, anterior cruciate ligament injuries, muscle fatigue and swimming techniques.