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Libraly Journal ›› 2018, Vol. 37 ›› Issue (1): 74-78.

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Study on the Trend of Sports Literature Resources in Chinese Libraries Among the National Fitness Fad

Song Hailong, Shao Changzhuan   

  • Online:2018-01-15 Published:2018-02-07

Abstract: Objective: Understanding the collection of sports literature resources will be conducive to library development among the national fitness fad. Methods: sports literature resources (ball games, track and field, cycling, physique and health dance class) were selected as the research target, and macroscopically discussed; the present situation and developing trend of sports literature were analyzed. Results: 1) publication of all kinds of sports literature has increased by over 50% in the recent decade; 2) physical and sports dance books were most obviously increased, whereas physical training and yoga and shaping books occupy the largest proportion in the increase. Books related to track and field were the least increased. Conclusion: There are great differences in the literature resources of various sports, which will directly affect the library collection layout. Library should therefore develop literature resources accordingly, and actively update service models to meet the needs of diversified sports literature information.

Key words:  , National fitness, Library, Sports literature, Developing trend