Leading researchers from the fields of both sports science and sports social science explore the controversial question of how a relatively small geographical area of Africa has produced such a high number of the world’s greatest middle- and long-distance runners.
This is the first book to explore the science and medicine of climbing and mountaineering. Written by a team of international experts, it covers the f..
Understanding the ‘human operator’ is a central concern of both ergonomists and sport and exercise scientists. This cutting-edge collection draws on a..
Now in a fully revised and updated third edition, Science and Soccer: Developing Elite Performers is still the most comprehensive and accessible intro..
Science and Football VII showcases the very latest scientific research into the variety of sports known as ‘football’. These include soccer, the natio..
Drawing on the experiences of scientists, researchers, practitioners and teachers in a wide range of sport and exercise settings, this book explores c..
In this ground-breaking book a team of leading international sport scientists and top level officials have come together to examine, for the first tim..
The Science of Judo is the first book to set out and discuss the science, coaching and history behind judo performance. Evidence-based and informed by..
This text explores the latest knowledge on biomechanics in football from leading international experts. It bridges the gap between theory and practice..
The Science of Figure Skating is the first book to provide an evidence-based and comprehensive reference for the scientific underpinnings of this comp..
This is the first book to explore the science and medicine of climbing and mountaineering. Written by a team of international experts, it covers the f..
This is the first book to bring together the reflections of international experts and practitioners using REBT in the field, to discuss the use of REB..
This edition offers three new sections: applied coaching, motor learning and injury prevention. It includes case studies and review questions, and fea..