In this book, you can learn all the details of the defensive tactics and techniques as well as the coaching points that can make the Eagle & Stack defenses so effective. No other book combines the
Overtraining Athletes: Personal Journeys in Sport seeks to communicate the complex subject of overtraining to help athletes, coaches, parents, and sport science professionals understand the dangers of
Dedication, passion, obsession—for serious endurance athletes, coaches, duathletes, and triathletes, the quest for improvement never ends. Knowing they can shave time from the previous performance, th
Master the essentials for winning soccer from one of the game's most successful coaches. In Premier Soccer, Michael Parker, the wins leader among active NCAA Division I men's soccer coaches, teaches e
Dedicated to Michael Pollack (1936-1998), a preeminent scientist in the field, and intended as an up-to-date reference to both scientific and clinical topics, this volume comprises 34 contributed chap
Whiting (biomechanics, California State U. at Northridge, and physiological science, UCLA) and Zernicke (kinesiology, U. of Michigan) explain the biomedical principles of musculoskeletal injury and ho
Carpenter and Blandy (both: arts and administration, University of Oregon) present works from ten contributors from the United States and Canada, all in the field of arts and cultural administration.
Recent studies have shown that physical activity is directly related to the incidence of type 2 diabetes, and this book examines how obesity, inactivity and the increased incidence of diabetes mellitu
This resource focuses on physically demanding occupations that require strength and stamina, such as law enforcement, forestry, and the military. It examines the relationship of recruitment practices,
We marvel at the steely nerves, acute concentration, and flawless execution exhibited on the 18th green, at the free-throw line, in the starting blocks, and on the balance beam. While state-of-the-art
Coaching Youth Track & Field stresses fun, safety, and effective instruction, helping you create an environment that promotes learning, encourages a love of the sport, and motivates your athletes to c
Players clocking shuttlecocks at speeds of 200 miles per hour, new scoring rules, and nonstop action make badminton one of the fastest racket sports in the world. With Badminton: Steps to Success you
Health Education Ideas and Activities provides fresh, cost-effective, and multifaceted ways to teach health education at the middle and high school levels. Grounded in the real world and tested in cla
Pete Newell's Playing Big offers a rare opportunity to learn from a basketball coach who has taught Shaquille O'Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Bill Walton the finer points of post play and added new insid
Through Hiking and Backpacking, you can-discover the essentials to prepare for your adventure, -learn the basic skills and techniques from master teachers, -find tips and insights regarding equipment
The ultimate drill collection from basketball's best!Two of the game's winningest coaches – Tennessee's Pat Summitt and Texas' Jody Conradt – share their favorite drills that have helped produce over
One of the most popular print courses in the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) PASS program has been revised and is now available in an online format. The course includes a print text, Th
If you're like most who have joined the coaching ranks, establishing team policies may not be as exciting or come as naturally as planning and conducting practices, drawing up new plays,
Lepore (West Chester University of Pennsylvania) supplies professionals and students with information on aquatics for individuals with emotional, cognitive, and/or physical disabilities. The text begi
Swimming participation in the United States rose to 58 million in 2005, according to the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association. A popular activity for both fun and fitness, swimming is now easier t
Improve your fitness level, achieve your swimming goals, and maximize your workouts with the help of four-time Olympic gold medalist Janet Evans!Whether you have been swimming laps for years, want to
Packed with 175 drills straight from the practice sessions of the game's most successful programs, The Softball Drill Book will add variety to your practices and precision to your game-day performance
Thirty-four international academics, researchers, and clinicians from the fields of public health, sports medicine, and biomechanics contribute 21 chapters offering the most current research on noncon
From the sandlot to the skybox, psychology plays as hard as the players themselves. In this anthology, which could satisfy the pros as well as undergraduate and graduate students, readers can take the
The thirteen chapters presented here by Davis and Broadhead (both: exercise, leisure, and sport, Kent State U., Ohio) advance discussion of the Ecological Task Analysis (ETA) model on human movement t
Swimming participation in the United States rose to 58 million in 2005, according to the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association. A popular activity for both fun and fitness, swimming is now easier t
Sport Skill Instruction for Coaches is designed to help current and aspiring coaches teach the skills athletes need in order to perform at their best. Written from a real-world perspective primarily f
The 12 chapters in this textbook define the theory and cornerstones of adventure education as developed in North America, consider the importance of risk and safety, and outline the responsibilities o
Coaching young players, developing their skills, and cultivating a love for the sport may be the most rewarding experience baseball can offer. Cal and Bill Ripken understand this like few others.From
Solid defense begins before the first pitch is thrown. From player placement to situational awareness, the nuances of superior fielding are vast and varied. That's why the American Baseball Coaches As
Ensure optimal results for your clients with the most efficient training and teaching techniques for resistance exercise. Covering all the major muscle groups, Resistance Training Instruction provides
Social psychology in sport has grown impressively in the last decade, but no single text has addressed all the important topics in the field—until now. Through the contributions of an international gr
Master all the fundamentals that matter on the pitch with Soccer Skills & Drills. This comprehensive instructional guide for players and coaches alike teaches the techniques necessary for success as w
Simple, yet sophisticated, Measurement Theory and Practice in Kinesiology is presented without the need to work through rigorous equation sets. The text appeals to a broad readership interested in mea
Teaching Dance as Art in Education is a comprehensive introductory textbook that helps dance education majors and dance specialists understand and incorporate the aesthetic foundations of educational
Outdoor Recreation in America is back - fully revised and updated, with significant new material based on current statistics from a number of sources, including the latest U.S. Census Bureau and the N
Experience the physical benefits and body awareness from hatha yoga—the most popular form of yoga today. Hatha Yoga Illustrated presents nearly 650 full-color photos to visually demonstrate 77 standar
McLeod, a player in the Australian Football League, joins Jaques, the training services manager for the league, in this second edition of a guide for players and coaches. From basic ball handling to m
In the groundbreaking text, Movement System Variability, internationally known scientists synthesize the latest research in the study of variability in the human movement system and provide an in-dept
This book contains details for making golf accessible within the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), taking into account the specific needs of your community and its individual me
