Monday 18 April 2011

E- Resource: Exercise Physiology

 

Physiology is the science of how humans and other animals function in an integrated way and is the basis for many biological and clinical sciences. Founded in 1876, The Physiological Society is a learned society with over 2,900 Members drawn from over 60 countries. The majority of our Members are engaged in research, in universities or industry, into how the body works.http://www.physoc.org

 

Exercise Physiology -Take advantage of our free exercise physiology listings, sign up for a blog, join our discussions.Powered by Medrise.com


The Federation of European Physiological Societies (FEPS) - promote and foster the exchange and diffusion of concepts and information between physiologists and the societies of physiology in the European region http://www.feps.org/


Learn how our bodies respond to exercise and how to use that knowledge to become a better athlete. Exercise physiology articles in laymans terms.


 Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) - Exercise is Medicine® Australia is committed to encouraging primary care physicians and other health care providers to include exercise when designing treatment plans for patients.


American Society of Exercise Physiology (ASEP)
It is a national non-profit professional organization committed to the advancement of exercise physiologists. Founded in 1997 in the state of Minnesota, the Society provides a forum for leadership and exchange of information to stimulate discussion and collaboration among exercise physiologists active in all aspects of the profession.


American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
AAHPERD is an alliance of six national associations, six district associations, and a research consortium which support healthy lifestyles through high quality programs.

American Academic of Kinesiology and Physical Education
The dual purpose of The American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education shall be to encourage and promote the study and educational applications of the art and science of human movement and physical activity and to honor by election to its membership persons who have directly or indirectly contributed significantly to the study of and/or application of the art and science of human movement and physical activity.

American Association of Anatomists (AAA)
The American Association of Anatomists was founded in Washington, D.C. in 1888, for the "advancement of anatomical science." Today, AAA is the professional home for biomedical researchers and educators focusing on anatomical form and function.

American Physiological Society (APS)
The American Physiological Society (APS) is a nonprofit organization devoted to fostering education, scientific research, and dissemination of information in the physiological sciences.

American Association for Health Education (AAHE)
The American Association for Health Education (AAHE) advances the profession by serving health educators and other professionals who strive to promote the health of all people.

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
ACSM advances and integrates scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is a national professional organization representing more than 66,000 members. Its goal is to foster advancements in physical therapy practice, research, and education.

American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)
"Promoting understanding of the molecular nature of life processes"

International Union of Physiological Science (IUPS)
The IUPS is an organization which brings together physiologists from throughout the world. The unifying objective of physiologists is to increase mankind's understanding of the functions of cells, tissues, organs and organ systems of animals and humans.

The Physiological Society
The Society's main aims are to promote the advancement of physiology and to facilitate communication, both between scientists and with other stakeholders.


 Journal of exercise physiology online has fulltext of articles relating to this topic available.
  

NISMAT exercise physiology corner is a good place to learn about some of the basic elements in the study of exercise physiology