Sports Science

Athletes are always looking for ways to improve their game, and one of the best ways they can do this is with science! A strong understanding of sports science can help athletes train more effectively, prevent injuries, and choose the best gear. This is the kind of understanding readers can develop with the help of these volumes that explore how science is applied in a variety of sports—from baseball and basketball to gymnastics and soccer. This high-interest approach to STEM appeals to a wide variety of readers, including sports fans, young athletes, and those with a passion for science.

• Annotated quotes from scientists and other experts are included in the main text and sidebars
• The text explains the history of each sport in addition to the application of science in it to give readers a well-rounded understanding of the topic
• The vibrant design includes eye-catching fact boxes, informative images such as graphs and diagrams, and full-color photographs of athletes in action