| The Science of Figure Skating Contributor(s): Vescovi, Jason D. (Editor), Vanheest, Jaci L. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1138229865 ISBN-13: 9781138229860 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $171.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Ice & Figure Skating - Sports & Recreation | Winter Sports |
| Dewey: 796.912 |
| LCCN: 2018006041 |
| Series: Routledge Research in Sport and Exercise Science |
| Physical Information: 0.44" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.73 lbs) 144 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Science of Figure Skating is the first book to provide an evidence-based and comprehensive reference for the scientific underpinnings of this complex Olympic sport, where early specialization presents unique challenges for coaches and athletes alike. Drawing on cutting-edge research and featuring contributions from leading academics and practitioners, the book covers key topics of health, training and high performance in figure skating, including:
Effectively and succinctly applying theory to practice, The Science of Figure Skating is a valuable resource on integrating sport science concepts into training and performance. It is essential reading for any applied sport science student or researcher with an interest in winter sports, and coaches, sport science officers, nutritionists or clinicians involved in figure skating. |