LibGuides: Kinesiology, Sports Studies and Physical Education: Web Sites

Associations and Organizations

SHAPE America
Founded in 1885, SHAPE America is the largest organization of professionals involved in school-based health, PE, and physical activity, whose mission is to "advance professional practice and promote research related to health and physical education, physical activity, dance, and sport."
American Public Health Association (APHA)
APHA describes itself as the only organization that influences federal policy on a variety of current public health issues, with the goal of using science-based advocacy and programs to create the healthiest nation in one generation.
International Council on Active Aging (ICAA)
ICAA's mission is to promote Active Aging as a solution to improving the quality of life for older adults. Their efforts are directed at helping businesses excel in serving the 50+ population, and at helping that population serve itself.
National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA)
Founded in 1950, the National Athletic Trainers' Association is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and those who support the profession.
National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA)
This Corvallis-based association is dedicated to becoming the premier organization of leaders in collegiate recreation around the world.

Nutrition, Diet, and Weight Loss

SuperTracker
A good place to track your diet and physical activity! Analyze your diet, calories, and calories you burn through activity.
DietFacts
A website where you can look up nutrition information for popular restaurants and find food labels for common brand foods from the store.
FitDay
Free online diet and exercise journal.
Lose It!
Tracking your food and exercise on your smart phone or the website. Share/blog with friends, create recipes, set up reminders, and get reports of your progress.
Food and Nutritional Information Center
The Food and Nutrition Information Center provides credible, accurate, and practical resources for nutrition and health professionals, educators, government personnel and consumers. Topics include food safety, weight and obesity, dietary supplements, and lifecycle nutrition.

Helpful Websites

American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

AAHPERD’s mission is to promote and support leadership, research, education, and best practices in the professions that support creative, healthy, and active lifestyles.

http://www.aahperd.org/about/mission.cfm

American College of Sports Medicine

ASCM puts into practice strategic efforst to advancing the health of all. It is the largest sports medicine and exercise organization in the world.

http://www.acsm.org/

American Sports Medicine Institute

ASMI is dedicated to improving the understanding, prevention, and treatment of sports-related injuries through research and education. Details the courses offered and lists ASMI publications. Links to other orthopedic resources.

http://www.asmi.org/

Atlas of the Body

From the American Medical Association

http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/physician-resources/patient-education-materials/atlas-of-human-body.shtml

Extreme Body Workout

http://www.extremebodyworkout.com/information/guide-to-physical-education.php

Gatorade Sports Science Institute

The GSSI studies sports nutrition and exercise science.

http://www.gssiweb.com/

Human Anatomy Online

Innerbody.com presents a colorful, interactive anatomy of the human body

http://www.innerbody.com/

National Academy of Sports Medicine

http://www.nasm.org/

Nicholas Institute of Sports medicine and Athletic Trauma

Offers comprehensive sports medicine references and information for practioners and athletes of all levels.

http://www.nismat.org/

Virtual Body

http://medtropolis.com/Vbody.asp

Virtual Sports Injury Clinic

Covers sports injuries, symtoms, diagnosis and treatment.

http://www.sportsinjuryclinic.net/

General Exercise, Fitness, and Health

ExRx.net
A website with exercise programs, fitness testing calculators, general questions, and links to additional resources. Click on the "Beginner's Page" (on the left) once you are there to get great information and program ideas for when you are just getting started.
WebMD
Health and medical information from a trusted online resource.
LiveStrong
Eat healthy, get fit, be inspired, and start tracking! Everything you need to get started and track your diet and exercise.
Fitness info from ACEfitness.org
Fitness information from the American Council on Exercise.
ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
One of the leading authorities on exercise science and sports medicine.
Active.com
Your guide to an active planet. Articles and information on many different activities, sports, and events.
SparkPeople.com
A FREE members-only site (just sign-up) for tracking your diet and exercise...and MUCH more! Healthy recipes, exercise photos/videos, and motivation.
Women's Fitness
A site designed specifically for women.