Coaching Science

by Dan Gordon

Coaching is an increasingly important area of sports science courses, and this text provides accessible and up-to-date coverage of this key topic. Modern coaches need to be applied scientists who keep abreast of research and are able to apply a multidisciplinary understanding to their practice. The book therefore examines coaching in terms of biomechanics, physiology and psychology, as well as perennial issues such as athlete motivation, nutrition,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1844451658
• ISBN13: 9781844451654
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Learning Matters
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.5" x 9.6"