APPLIED EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
Science, Performance, and Human Optimization
Authors:
Fakhri Mesri - Email: ps4faramarz@gmail.com
Ali Sadeghian - Email: Alisaadatipo@gmail.com
From Cellular Mechanics to Elite Performance
Applied Exercise Physiology: Science, Performance, and Human Optimization is a comprehensive, evidence-based textbook that bridges the gap between foundational physiological principles and advanced applications in sport, clinical, and human performance settings. Spanning 15 meticulously structured chapters across two integrated parts, this book equips students, practitioners, coaches, and researchers with the knowledge to understand and optimize the human body in motion.
Part One establishes the core sciences-bioenergetics, skeletal muscle function, neural control, cardiovascular and respiratory dynamics, endocrine regulation, fatigue mechanisms, environmental physiology, clinical applications, and training principles. Part Two ventures into cutting-edge domains: genetics and epigenetics, biomechanics and neuromuscular integration, immunology and inflammation, sports technology and innovation, and the psychology of performance.
Each chapter combines theoretical depth with practical application, presenting complex concepts in accessible language supported by clear illustrations, real-world examples, and actionable insights. The book emphasizes the integration of multiple physiological systems and the importance of individualizing training, nutrition, and recovery strategies.
Whether you are a student pursuing exercise science, a coach seeking to enhance athlete development, a clinician applying exercise as medicine, or a researcher exploring the frontiers of human performance, this text provides the scientific foundation and practical tools needed to excel.
Key Features:
Comprehensive coverage from molecular mechanisms to whole-body performance
Evidence-based recommendations grounded in current research
Integration of genetics, technology, biomechanics, and psychology
Applied focus with practical training and testing protocols
Suitable for undergraduate and graduate courses, professional practice, and self-study
Authors:
Fakhri Mesri - Email: ps4faramarz@gmail.com
Ali Sadeghian - Email: Alisaadatipo@gmail.com
