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Exercise Science & Kinesiology research guide

This guide is designed to highlight library and web resources that are of special interest to students in exercise science or kinesiology courses.

Web sites

American Council on Exercise, ACE Fitness Programs

Includes an exercise and workout library with activities and videos.

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity.

Major Muscle List from Loyola University Medical Education network 

        Look up the origin, insertion, nerve supply and action of muscles in the human body.

National Center for Health Statistics 

National Collegiate Athletic Association

News, research, legislation, information, and other resources.

PE Central

Started by Virginia Tech's Health and Physical Education Program, the site lesson plans, assessment ideas, videos, professional development and more for educators and others working with K-12 students in Physical Education.

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans 

President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition 

The President’s Council engages, educates, and empowers all Americans to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity and good nutrition. The site provides information on initiatives, staying active, healthy eating, statistics, research and reports, and ways to participate in programs.