| Sport and Exercise Psychology Research: From Theory to Practice Contributor(s): Raab, Markus (Editor), Wylleman, Paul (Editor), Seiler, Roland (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0128036346 ISBN-13: 9780128036341 Publisher: Academic Press OUR PRICE: $98.95 Product Type: Hardcover Published: June 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Applied Psychology - Sports & Recreation | Sports Psychology - Health & Fitness | Exercise - General |
| Physical Information: 1.31" H x 6" W x 9" (2.06 lbs) 522 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Health & Fitness |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Sport and Exercise Psychology Research: From Theory to Practice provides a comprehensive summary of new research in sport and exercise psychology from worldwide researchers. Encompassing theory, research, and applications, the book is split into several themed sections. Section 1 discusses basic antecedents to performance including fitness, practice, emotion, team dynamics, and more. Section 2 identifies factors influencing individual performance. Section 3 discusses applied sport psychology for athletes and coaches, and section 4 includes approaches from exercise psychology on motivation and well-being. The book includes a mix of award winning researchers from the European Sport Psychology Association, along with top researchers from the U.S. to bring an international overview to sport psychology. |