The Directory of Sport Science, Fifth Edition, is a go-to resource covering the entire field of exercise science. Written by the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSSPE) and a team of international scholars, this book gives readers an organized overview of the sport science field with discussion of key functions, methodology, history, organizations, and resources for each subdiscipline and thematic area.

This book provides a wealth of information on each of the diverse fields that make up sport science and physical education. Each section of the text begins with a general outline of the subdiscipline, from historical developments to future directions. Information sources--journals, references, conference proceedings, and Internet resources--are included to direct readers toward further examination of the topics discussed. Readers also receive a list and descriptions of the organizations working in each respective sport science field.

An extended preface details the history and development of ICSSPE and how it helps to shape the role of physical education and sport in the world today. The text explains the ICSSPE's relationships with prominent sport organizations--including the International Olympic Committee (IOC), World Health Organization (WHO), and United Nations (UN)--and discusses past and current research projects and movements. Readers will appreciate the goals of ICSSPE and its partners and how each individual can contribute to the growth and direction of this exciting discipline. A special appendix also provides young scholars with a tool for exploring career strategies and opportunities. Completely updated for today's global society, this book offers researchers, professionals, and students current information to help them explore the goals and opportunities in the field.

This book will deepen the common understanding of each prominent area of sport science and strengthen the field as a whole. Readers will gain a clear view of the history and current status of each subdiscipline in exercise science, and they will receive essential information to expand their study of the field and explore their potential contributions to its development and success.