Careers in Sports Science is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to explore careers in a range of sport-related and sport-adjacent occupations.  

What does this book cover? 

Many students know they want to prepare for a career working with athletes, but aren’t sure exactly what type of career best suits them. Careers in Sports Science is a great way to gain insight into these careers. It includes information gained by interviewing 20 people in various subfields of sports science, from strength and conditioning coaches and exercise physiologists to sports psychologists and sports analysts.

As you read Careers in Sports Science, you’ll find:

• Case studies of careers in sports science
• Explorations of careers in adjacent fields like sports broadcasting and journalism, massage therapy, sports development and more
• Guidance on developing the interpersonal skills you’ll need to work with athletes and others

About the Author  

Simon Rea teaches at the Open University, specialising in Sports Science. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and a lead examiner for a major awarding body. He has been teaching for nearly 20 years, and has worked as a performance coach, a personal trainer and a gym manager.

Careers in Sports Science is a great resource for students of sports science and related disciplines, explaining their many career options plainly.