Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance

An effective strength and conditioning program is an essential component of the preparation of any athlete or sportsperson. Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance is a comprehensive and authoritative introduction to the theory and practice of strength and conditioning, providing students, coaches and athletes with everything they need to design and implement effective training programs. 
Revised and updated for a second edition, the book continues to include clear and rigorous explanations of the core science underpinning strength and conditioning techniques and give detailed, step-by-step guides to all key training methodologies, including training for strength, speed, endurance, flexibility and plyometrics. The second edition expands on the opening coaching section as well as introducing an entirely new section on current training methods which includes examining skill acquisition and motor learning. Throughout the book the focus is on the coaching process, with every chapter highlighting the application of strength and conditioning techniques in everyday coaching situations. 
Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance includes a unique and extensive section of sport-specific chapters, each of which examines in detail the application of strength and conditioning to a particular sport, from soccer and basketball to golf and track and field athletics. The second edition sees this section expanded to include other sports such as rugby union, rugby league and American football. 
The book includes contributions from world-leading strength and conditioning specialists, including coaches who have worked with Olympic gold medallists and international sports teams at the highest level. Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance is an essential course text for any degree-level student with an interest in strength and conditioning, for all students looking to achieve professional accreditation, and an invaluable reference for all practising strength and conditioning coaches.

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

Routledge

An effective strength and conditioning program is an essential component of the preparation of any athlete or sportsperson. Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance is a comprehensive and authoritative introduction to the theory and practice of strength and conditioning, providing students, coaches and athletes with everything they need to design and implement effective training programs. The book includes a clear and rigorous explanation of the core science underpinning strength and conditioning techniques and gives a detailed, step-by-step guide to all of the key training methodologies, including training for strength, speed, endurance, agility, flexibility as well as plyometrics. Throughout the book the focus is on the coaching process, with every chapter highlighting the application of strength and conditioning techniques in everyday coaching situations. The book also includes a unique and extensive section of sport-specific chapters, each of which examines in detail the application of strength and conditioning to a particular sport, from soccer and basketball to golf and track and field athletics. The book includes contributions from world-leading strength and conditioning specialists in every chapter, including coaches who have worked with Olympic gold medallists and international sports teams at the very highest level. Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance is an essential course text for any degree level student with an interest in strength and conditioning, for all students looking to achieve professional accreditation, and an invaluable reference for all practising strength and conditioning coaches.

Sports & Outdoors

Basketball

An up-close look at the rivalry between the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers, told from the perspective of those that were there. Sports writer and on-air personality Mark Spector pays tribute to the province's hockey heyday with a unique blend of humour and homage. "I hated every single guy on the Oilers, 'cause they all hated me." --Tim Hunter, the Calgary Flames In the 1980s, the province of Alberta was home to the two best hockey teams in the NHL. Aptly dubbed "Death Valley" due to the sheer talent and ability of its players, the province not only begat rivalry with other NHL teams, but also sparked fierce competition within its own borders. Thus began The Battle of Alberta, the historic struggle between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames. In The Battle of Alberta, veteran sports journalist Mark Spector presents homage to Albertan hockey, and the two teams that inspired one of the most bitter competitions in NHL history. Through exclusive interviews with coaches, trainers, and players, Spector provides an unbiased, often hilarious look at the brawls, the clashes, and the schemes. A chronicle of an unforgettable time in hockey history (filled with never-before-seen photographs), The Battle of Alberta is guaranteed to entertain fans and educate newcomers alike.

The Battle of Alberta: The Historic Rivalry Between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames

Spector, Mark

Hockey

McClelland & Stewart

An up-close look at the rivalry between the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers, told from the perspective of those that were there. Sports writer and on-air personality Mark Spector pays tribute to the province's hockey heyday with a unique blend of humour and homage. "I hated every single guy on the Oilers, 'cause they all hated me." --Tim Hunter, the Calgary Flames In the 1980s, the province of Alberta was home to the two best hockey teams in the NHL. Aptly dubbed "Death Valley" due to the sheer talent and ability of its players, the province not only begat rivalry with other NHL teams, but also sparked fierce competition within its own borders. Thus began The Battle of Alberta, the historic struggle between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames. In The Battle of Alberta, veteran sports journalist Mark Spector presents homage to Albertan hockey, and the two teams that inspired one of the most bitter competitions in NHL history. Through exclusive interviews with coaches, trainers, and players, Spector provides an unbiased, often hilarious look at the brawls, the clashes, and the schemes. A chronicle of an unforgettable time in hockey history (filled with never-before-seen photographs), The Battle of Alberta is guaranteed to entertain fans and educate newcomers alike.

A common, and oddly accepted, lament heard at field hockey games goes something like this, "I've been watching field hockey for 10 years and I still don't understand what's going on." Field hockey just isn't THAT complicated and, short of playing for 20 years, this book will help you better understand the game whether you're a player, coach, fan, reporter, or umpire. For a limited time, readers can get 30% off Phoenix field hockey sticks using discount code CHC. Though not a rule book, Field Hockey: Understanding the Game" is updated annually as rule changes made by the FIH, NCAA, and NFHS require.

Field Hockey: Understanding the Game

Maloney, Mr. Cristopher

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Hockey: Hockey Made Easy: Beginner and Expert Strategies For Becoming A Better Hockey Player (Hockey Training Drills Offense & Defensive)

Caution: This Hockey Book Is So Effective That It Can Give You A Massive Advantage Over Your Competition!Whether you want to (1) be a stronger and more skilled hockey player, (2) be a star team member, or (3) discover the best strategies that the professionals use to dominate, this book will teach you everything you need to know.Learn to love the game.Hockey is an incredible sport that is fun and exciting. You can play it on a variety of terrains and it also makes for a great physical workout. Like most sports, mastering your hockey skills takes time and practice, but by knowing the right techniques and strategies, you can easily transform yourself into a hardcore, unstoppable player, no matter what position you play – forward, defense, or goalie.Maximize your time on the ice.Learning how to play hockey is easy and fun. With the right amount of grit and determination, you could become a professional player with all the glory and riches that entails. The key is to find the right combination of training, technique, and skill drills that will build your strength, mental endurance, and reflexes while taking care of your body and mind at the same time. This book covers an incredible variety of strategies, techniques, and lifestyle choices that can easily help you to reach your goals in hockey and help your team win more often!Learn the game inside and out.Gain insider knowledge of hockey play and rules that will give you the competitive advantage!Skate circles around the competitionDiscover how to hone yourself into a fearsome weapon that can help lead your team to victory after victory! Follow proven strategies – offered with step-by-step instructions – to train and play to win.What Will You Discover About Hockey?  How to pick the best equipment. Proper stretching and warm up techniques. The best defensive strategies. World class offensive strategies. The best mental strategies.  You Will Also Learn:  Strength training for hockey players. The top five drills for speed, shooting, skating, offense and defense. Proper nutrition for superior strength, energy and endurance. World class shooting techniques.  Start enjoying the sounds of the cheering crowd!   Get in the zone and start dominating on the ice: Buy It Now!

Reference

McCloud, Ace

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Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance

Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance

Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance

Strength and Conditioning for Sports Performance

The Battle of Alberta: The Historic Rivalry Between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames

The Battle of Alberta: The Historic Rivalry Between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames

Field Hockey: Understanding the Game

Hockey: Hockey Made Easy: Beginner and Expert Strategies For Becoming A Better Hockey Player (Hockey Training Drills Offense & Defensive)

Hockey: Hockey Made Easy: Beginner and Expert Strategies For Becoming A Better Hockey Player (Hockey Training Drills Offense & Defensive)

Hockey: Hockey Made Easy: Beginner and Expert Strategies For Becoming A Better Hockey Player (Hockey Training Drills Offense & Defensive)