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Hay, James Gordon was born on November 5, 1936 in Waipukurau, New Zealand. Came to the United States, 1971. Son of Franklin George and Irene Muriel Norah (Smith) Hay.
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Recognized both nationally and internationally as the leading reference guide in the field, this volume provides a scientific basis for analyzing the various sports techniques used in baseball, basketball, football, golf, gymnastics, softball, swimming, and track and field's running, jumping, and throwing. KEY TOPICS: The book explains how these techniques are used by first considering the basic factors involved in the performance of each technique, then discusses the current controversies and latest research findings surrounding each technique ... includes revised coverage of track and field -- the sport in which the most important research advances have been made ... discusses basic biomechanical concepts in order, from simple to complex, with each new concept building upon the last ... covers often overlooked aspects such as impulse, mechanical energy, lift and drag, and the segmentation method of locating the center of gravity of an athlete ... provides coverage of forms of motion, linear and angular kinematics, linear and angular kinetics, and fluid mechanics ... plus, contains new and revised illustrations throughout. Ideal for sports trainers, therapists, and anyone involved in biomechanics.
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( Introduction to kinesiology or biomechanics which cover...)
Introduction to kinesiology or biomechanics which covers basic anatomical and mechanical concepts as well as practical applications. Updates discussion of the method of qualitative analysis. Jr/Sr/Grad level.
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Hay, James Gordon was born on November 5, 1936 in Waipukurau, New Zealand. Came to the United States, 1971. Son of Franklin George and Irene Muriel Norah (Smith) Hay.
Diploma in physical education, University Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand, 1956. Master of Arts, University Iowa, 1965. Doctor of Philosophy, University Iowa, 1967.
Physical education and mathematics teacher, Hawera (New Zealand) Technology High School, 1958-1964; teaching assistant, U. Iowa, Iowa City, 1964-1967; assistant professor, U. Iowa, Iowa City, 1971-1973; associate professor, U. Iowa, Iowa City, 1973-1978; professor exercise science, U. Iowa, Iowa City, since 1978; lecturer, senior lecturer, U. Otago, 1967-1971.
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Member American Society Biomechanics (president-elect, president, past-president 1980-1982), International Society Biomechanics (executive council 1977-1983, president-elect, president, past-president 1983-1989), American College Sports Medicine, American Academy Physical Education, Kinesiology Academy (chair-elect, chair, past-chair 1975-1977), Rotary.
Married Hilary Williamson, May 17, 1958. Children: Linda Irene, Karen June.