CONTENTS:- 1. Introduction 2. Sleep, Circadian Rhythms and Psychomotor Vigilance 3. The Biochemical Basis of Exercise and Sport 4. The Weightlifter 5. The Sprinter 6. Middle Distance Events 7. The Endurance Athlete 8. The Games Player 9. Sporting Talent: The Genetic Basic of Athletic Capability 10. Adaptations to Training 11. Key Concepts in Physical, Organic and Biological Chemistry 12. The pre-participation Examination 13. Bioelectrical Impedance skin fold Measurements 14. Nutrition for the Primary Health Care-Provider 15. The Inflammation Process 16. Therapeutics 17. Introduction to Orthopedic Evaluation