Adventure Sport Physiology
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Beschreibung
"...the most comprehensive adventure sport physiologybook I am aware of; therefore, I recommend itwholeheartedly." The Sport and Exercise Scientist, March2009
This book provides students and professionals with awell-written, accessible introduction to the science underlying avariety of adventure sports. Written specifically for thisincreasingly popular field of study, the text hasbeen divided into two parts: the first provides thefoundations for adventure physiology, the second the specificphysiological and environmental demands of a range of adventuresports including kayaking, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing,climbing, mountaineering and skiing.
Written by two adventure sports performers with extensiveteaching and coaching experience, this book willprove invaluable to students taking courses in adventure andoutdoor education and professional instructors involved in suchactivities. In addition, students of sport and exercise science andphysical education will find this an excellent introduction to thephysiological response to exercise.
* Clearly explains the basic physiological principles andapplies them to a variety of land and water-based sports.
* In full colour throughout, the book includesnumerous illustrations, together with key points and chaptersummaries to reinforce learning.
* Contains original pieces from elite and high-level athletesdescribing the physiological demands of their particular sport in areal-world context. These include London sports personality of theyear Anna Hemmings, respected climbers Dave Macleod and NeilGresham, and Olympic medallists Tim Brabants and Ben Ainslie.
* Dedicated web site contains an original sample trainingprogramme and a set of adventure sport specific exercises.
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Nick Draper
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"... probably the most comprehensive adventure sportphysiology book I am aware of; therefore, I recommend itwholeheartedly." -The Sport & ExerciseScientist
"Well illustrated and clearly written, the book isparticularly strong in the chemical foundations of nutrition andthe production of energy for movement." -ChoiceReviews, July 2009
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