Tag: John McCarthy

Now in its second edition, Applied Exercise Psychology edited by Selen Razon and Michael L. Sachs (Routledge) emphasizes the application of evidence-based knowledge drawn from the fields of exercise psychology, health psychology, clinical and counseling psychology, and exercise physiology for physical activity behavior change. Our reviewer is Peter Carlman, and he would have liked a clearer structure of this extensive tome, 34 chapters over 540 pages, but still concludes by underlining its usefulness for promoting physical activity for all.

JOPERD is a peer-reviewed, four-color, professional journal. JOPERD serves as an authoritative, professional source for educators in physical education, sport, recreation, and dance in all settings.The Forum Editor’s pick from the current issue: MOTIVATING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH PRAISE by Ken Murfay, Aaron Beighle & Heather Erwin.