Endurance in Sport
Author | : R. J. Shephard |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 1008 |
Release | : 2008-04-30 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780470694824 |
ISBN-10 | : 0470694823 |
Rating | : 4/5 (23 Downloads) |
Download or read book Endurance in Sport written by R. J. Shephard and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-30 with total page 1008 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Endurance in Sport is a comprehensive and authoritative work on all aspects of this major component of sports science. The book also embraces medical and sport-specific issues of particular relevance to those interested in endurance performance. The scientific basis and mechanisms of endurance - physiological, psychological, genetic and environmental - are all considered in depth. Measurement of endurance is extensively reviewed as is preparation and training for physical activities requiring endurance.