Controversies in Exercise Science introduces a series of selected unresolved issues in the field of human exercise science. The common thread to all of these topics is that, in their ultimate resolution, they offer promise of insights into the essential principles of physiological systems and how these respond to the stresses of exercise. Each case study includes an examination of research surrounding each issue; the innovative aspect, however, will be that each of these controver...

This book introduces a new methodology for understanding videogames, with particular attention to three types of videogames: toy-games, storybook games, and ludonarratives. This methodology pulls from phenomenological and deconstructionist roots, informed by medieval studies and the history of reading, to emphasize how important playing stories can be as a form of narrative. This book explores the idea of storyplaying in connection with new ideas on intromersive movement, game mechanics, a...

There are many tales of soldiers fighting under the colours of an adopted nation; few stories are as fantastic as that of the Australian Frederick Howard. A keen sportsman and adept at the ways of the Australian "bush" the coming of the First World War gave him a jolt out of a meandering existence. With his twin and also his younger brother he sailed with his fellow Anzacs to the training in the Egyptian desert and then on to the hellish Gallipoli Peninsula. He was invalided home following...

Exercise testing plays an increasingly important role in the diagnosis and assessment of heart disease and lung disease in children and adolescents. In Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in Children and Adolescents, leading expert Thomas W. Rowland, backed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the North American Society for Pediatric Exercise Medicine (NASPEM), compiles the latest evidence-based research to provide guidance for clinical exercise physiologists, cardio...

The Athlete’s Clock: How Biology and Time Affect Sport Performance offers an engaging, interdisciplinary consideration of some of the most compelling questions in sport and exercise science. This unique text takes a broad look at the physiological clock, offering students, researchers, coaches, and athletes a unique approach to understanding how various aspects of time affect sport performance.The Athlete’s Clock explores the ways in which time and its relationshi...

Thought provoking and original, Tennisology delves into the science, psychology, and history of the world’s most popular individual sport in search of the factors that truly influence successful on-court play. The findings will not only surprise you but also change the way you approach the game.Based on the latest research, statistics, and analysis, Tennisology provides fascinating insights and observations on development, conditioning, and performance:• H...

The benefits of a healthy lifestyle are well documented, yet many people continue to struggle with sedentary behavior and obesity. In Biologic Regulation of Physical Activity, Dr. Thomas W. Rowland posits a distinct possibility of the existence of a central biologic controller of activity. If harnessed, this mechanism could lead to breakthroughs in health science professionals’ quest for more effective ways of helping people be more active and, as a result, healthier.Rowla...

The Little Gods unfolds in an imagined version of the Far East, where deities, spirits, and mortal characters interact in a richly symbolic narrative. The story centers on the lives and actions of various "little gods," minor deities who oversee the lives of humans, often meddling in their affairs in humorous or poignant ways. These gods represent various aspects of human nature, fate, and fortune, and their behavior is meant to reflect the complexities of life, love, and destiny.The masqu...

Outside the windows of this quiet country house lay the lean fields of New England, soberly beautiful enough in their fading autumnal colorings, but somehow yielding no inspiration—forgive the pretentious and convenient word—no inspiration for my pen.

The Little Gods: A Masque of The Far East by Rowland Thomas: Step into the enchanting world of the Far East with “The Little Gods“ by the imaginative Rowland Thomas. This mesmerizing masque unfolds a tapestry of cultural richness, mysticism, and the timeless allure of the East, offering readers a glimpse into a realm where gods and humans coexist in a delicate dance of fate.About “The Little Gods: A Masque of The Far East” ...

The Little Gods: A Masque of the Far East by Rowland Thomas is a beautifully crafted and deeply evocative audiobook that transports listeners into the mystic heart of the East — a world where ancient beliefs, spiritual longing, and poetic imagination converge. With a rhythm that feels both theatrical and transcendent, Rowland Thomas weaves a story that dances between myth and reality, inviting the listener to reflect on the delicate balance between humanit...

Little Gods_ A Masque of The Far East, The by Rowland Thomas offers a concentrated, compelling experience within fiction / literary. This concise work presents carefully drawn characters and purposeful plotting that together explore themes of choice, consequence, and human connection. The prose is precise and economical, balancing vivid scenes with clear pacing to maintain narrative momentum. Ideal for readers seeking a thoughtful, accessible read, the book is well-suited to book clubs and...