Publisher's Synopsis
Integrating the traditional presentation of history and philosophy with the expanding career opportunities within the dynamic field of physical education and sport, this text combines traditional foundations with a more contemporary and diverse careers approach. It also includes coverage of issues and challenges of physical education and sport for the future, and practical examples are used throughout to illustrate the material.;The text also covers topics including: the role of fitness in stress management; violence in sport, covering the media's role in glamourizing violence and crowd behaviour; choosing a career; and the decision-making process.
