Renowned sport psychologist Bill Beswick shares mental training techniques he developed for England's Premier League-building mental toughness, fostering team cohesion, and visualizing success. As he establishes the theory, Bill provides examples and case studies from teams such as Manchester United, Middlesbrough and The England National team.
Foundations of Physical Activity and Public Health, 2nd Edition has been newly updated to reflect the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. It includes a solid introduction to concepts of public health, techniques for measuring physical activity and the health effects of exercise.
This text provides a comprehensive view of sport and exercise psychology, with the latest research on mental health of athletes, effects of COVID-19 on athletes, mindfulness, legalized gambling, psychological issues surrounding the 2020 Olympic Games, and drug controversies.
Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Nutrition provides readers with a preparatory look at the exciting field of sport and exercise nutrition, including its foundational concepts and the diverse career options available.
This book contains everything needed to know about running the half marathon, including where to begin, what to focus on, pacing, how to avoid injury, how to track progress, how to stay the course and how to improve. Whether this is their first or their fiftieth half marathon, there is a plan for everyone.
History of Dance, Second Edition, examines dance from prehistoric times to today. It focuses on the dancers and choreographers, dances, and significant dance works from each time period and offers an instructor guide, test bank, PowerPoint presentation package, and student web resource to reinforce learning.
Packed with almost 100 basic, intermediate, and advanced exercises, Kettlebell Training, Second Edition, provides complete coverage on getting started with kettlebells, creating customized sport-specific routines, and conditioning the whole body.
Three-time Olympian and 18-time national masters cycling champion John Howard has created the ultimate cycling guide for serious riders, triathletes, and masters athletes. Whether you are 18 or 88, Mastering Cycling will help you trim seconds off your time, train more efficiently, or simply maximize your fitness workouts.