Training for Sports Speed and Agility : An Evidence-Based Approach

ISBN-13: 9780415591256 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 200 str.

Paul Gamble

Opis

Speed and agility are central to success in a wide range of sports. This title provides an evidence-based study of all those aspects of athletic preparation that contribute to the expression of speed and agility during competition. The book further explores the scientific rationale for all aspects of effective training.

Spis treści

Section 1: Theory of Sports Speed and Agility Development  1. Introduction: What Defines Sports Speed and Agility?  2. Foundations of Speed and Agility Expression in Sports  3. Assessing Physical Parameters of Speed and Agility  4. Athleticism and Movement Skills Development  Section 2: Developing Physical Capabilities for Speed and Agility  5. Strength training for Speed and Agility Development  6. Speed-strength Development and Plyometric Training  7. Metabolic Conditioning  8. Lumbopelvic ‘Core’ Training  9. Warm Up Methods and Mobility Training  Section 3: Developing Technical and Perceptual Aspects of Sports Speed and Agility  10. Technical Aspects of Acceleration and Straight-line Speed Development  11. Developing Change of Direction Capabilities and Expression of Sports Agility  Section 4: Designing the Program  12. Planning and Scheduling – Periodisation of Training