Sports training principles. / Frank W. Dick.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dick, Frank W., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Entraînement (Sports).

Sports--Aspect physiologique.

Sports.

Éducation physique.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (433 pages) : illustrations

Edition:

Sixth edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2014.

Summary:

This is the fully revised sixth edition of this ultimate reference tool for all coaches responsible for training athletes to fulfill their performance potential. Written by world-renowned and highly sought after coach and President of the European Athletics Coaches Association, Frank W. Dick, with contributions from Professor John Brewer (St Mary's University, Twickenham, UK), Dr Penny Werthner (University of Calgary, Canada), Dr Scott Drawer (RFU, UK), Vern Gambetta (Sports Training Systems), Dr Cliff Mallett and Professor David Jenkins (University of Queensland, Australia), and Professor Timothy Noakes (University of Cape Town, South Africa), this textbook comprehensively covers the core aspects of sports coaching which can be applied to all sports and disciplines. This new edition has been extensively revised to incorporate the latest theory and practice in sports training and coaching, with supplementary contributions from international experts. The book covers the key sports science topics: Anatomy and physiology; Biomechanics, Psychology; Nutrition; Performance Analysis; Training; and Coaching methods This is a highly recommended resource for students of applied sports science, sports coaching, sports development, PE teachers, fitness advisers, coaches and athletes.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781472905284

1472905288

9781472905291

1472905296