Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science: Strength Training for Sport

A high-quality complement to the handbooks on particular sports, the handbookon Strength Training for Sport presents both the basic concepts and theoretical background for sports-specific strength training as well as the practical consideration in designing the overall program. Separate chapters deal with periodization, gender differences, detraining, and over training. Sample programs are presented for soccer, volleyball, wrestling, endurance running, swimming, and shot put and discus.Content:
Chapter 1 A Brief History of Strength Training and Basic Principles and Concepts (pages 1–19):
Chapter 2 Training?Specific Characteristics of Neuromuscular Performance (pages 20–36):
Chapter 3 Developing a Strength Training Workout (pages 37–54):
Chapter 4 Periodization of Training (pages 55–68):
Chapter 5 Periodized Training Programmes for Athletes (pages 69–134):
Chapter 6 Special Considerations in Strength Training (pages 135–162):
Chapter 7 Medical Aspects and Administrative Concerns in Strength Training (pages 163–175):