Improving Sports Performance in Middle and Long-Distance Running :A Scientific Approach to Race Preparation - Improving Sports Performance in ....
Improving Sports Performance in Middle and Long-Distance Running :A Scientific Approach to Race Preparation - Improving Sports Performance in ....
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Published:
31 August, 1999
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Description
This is the first book in the 'Improving Sports Performance'series. It draws on the expertise of applied exercise physiologistswho have direct experience of working with elite performers andcoaches. The book is aimed at three groups of people. First, sportsparticipants aspiring to improve their personal performance througha more complete understanding of the application of science.Second, coaches of such athletes who wish to complement the art ofcoaching by basing their training programmes upon rationalscientific principles. Third, sports science and physical educationstudents with an interest in implementing the theoreticalbackground of their course in an applied sporting context.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780471984375 |
| ISBN10 | 047198437X |
| Number Of Pages | 248 |
| Item Weight | 369 g |
| Product Dimensions | 156 x 228 x 18 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
"This text strikes a harmonious balance between the scientificprinciples of performance enhancement and practical trainingadvice. It is therefore successfully aimed at its intendedreadership, namely coaches, athletes and sports scientists. ... Thetext is referenced throughout and the appendix contains thenutrient profiles of sample meals (metric quantities). Asupplementary reading list is also provided. This is a usefulresource for any sports science minded individual." (ClaireHarrison, Accredited Sports Dietitian and Lecturer in SportsNutrition, Dietetics Today)
"it would be a useful addition to a specialist sports cliniclibrary" (Physiotherapy Journal)
"The authors state in their introduction that 'the aim of thisbook is not to lay down another training routine for athletes andcoaches to follow rigidly. Rather the aim is to enable athletes,coaches and students of sport science to acquire a knowledege ofcontemporary issues concerning the physical preparation necessaryfor participation in middle and long distnace running events'.There is no doubt that Improving Sports Performance in Middle andLong Distance Running not only acheives its aim, but actuallyexcels by offering the reader a lot more...Highly recommended..."(Modern Athlete Coach)
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Author's Bio
Joanne Fallowfield and David A. Wilkinson are the authors of Improving Sports Performance in Middle and Long-Distance Running: A Scientific Approach to Race Preparation, published by Wiley.