AT THE HUMAN EDGE: THE LIMITS OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE

AT THE HUMAN EDGE: THE LIMITS OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY AND PERFORMANCE, 1, 2021 is a comprehensive biology reference published by World Scientific. Description By Marcus Ranney The book is a non fiction-based piece of popular science which unravels the amazing adaptive physiological responses that our bodies undergo as we push it to the limits in extreme sports and natural environments.

Key Features

- The book is a non fiction-based piece of popular science which unravels the amazing adaptive physiological responses that our bodies undergo as we push it to the limits in extreme…
- Each chapter captures the history, geography and physical challenges which our bodies face when we as a species have tried to conquer the great outdoors
- From Mt Everest to the South Pole, from a journey to Mars to the bottom of the Mariana trench, the book makes the subject accessible to readers, with a basic knowledge of science,…
- For the reader (someone interested in science, particularly the life sciences or those who enjoy the outdoors and partake in extreme sports and outdoor activities), this is aimed…
- The reader will come away with a stronger understanding of human physiology (particularly at the extreme), how the body first deteriorates, then adapts and finally excels when…
- Its cross functional nature, being a piece of non-fiction / popular science with personal anecdotes and history mixed in, will make for an interesting and memorable reading
- Readership: Students of medicine, life sciences and physiology, individuals interested in extreme sports, adventure sports and physical fitness

Product Details

Publisher: World Scientific
Edition: 1
Published Year: 2021
Format: EPUB
File Size: 0.6 MB
ISBN: 978-9811210112