Science and Soccer

Developing Elite Performers
Herausgegeben:Williams, A. Mark; Ford, Paul; Drust, Barry

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Now in a fully revised and updated fourth edition, Science and Soccer is still the most comprehensive and accessible introduction to the physiology, biomechanics and psychology behind the world's most popular sport. Offering important guidance on how science translates into practice, the book examines every key facet of the sport, with a particular focus on the development of expert performers. The topics covered include:
anatomy, physiology, psychology; sociology and biomechanicsprinciples of trainingnutritionphysical and mental preparationplaying surfaces and equipment; injurydecision-making and skill acquisitioncoaching and coach educationperformance analysistalent identification and youth development
Science and Soccer: Developing Elite Performers is a unique resource for students and academics working in sports science. It is essential reading for all professional support staff working in the game, including coaches at all levels, physiotherapists, conditioning specialists, performance analysts, club doctors and sport psychologists.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Routledge / Taylor & Francis
• 4. Aufl.
• Seitenzahl: 454
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Juni 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 244mm x 170mm x 24mm
• Gewicht: 800g
• ISBN-13: 9781032460307
• ISBN-10: 103246030X
• Artikelnr.: 66744215

Inhaltsangabe

1. Physical Preparation





2. Resistance Training

3. Aerobic and Anaerobic Training

4. Soccer in the Heat: Performance and Mitigation





5. Nutrition for Match Play and Training





6. Recovery Strategies





7. Psychological Characteristics of Players





8. Anticipation and Decision-Making





9. Skill Acquisition: Player Pathways and Effective Practice





10. Sociological Influences on the Identification and Development of Players





11. Player Wellbeing and Career Transitions





12. Developing (Adaptive) Coaching Expertise





13. Injury Epidemiology, Monitoring, and Prevention





14. Infectious Diseases





15. Biomechanical Assessments





16. Analysis of Physical Performance in Match-Play





17. Technical and Tactical Match Analysis





18. Monitoring Training

19. Utilising Training and Match Load Data





20. Growth and Maturation





21. Talented or Developmentally Advanced? Player Assessment and Evaluation





22. Talent Identification and Talent Promotion





23. Modern Approaches to Scouting and Recruitment





24. Working as a Director of Sports Science or High-Performance Director





25. Working as a Sporting Director