Beth Baumert's first book, When Two Spines Align: Dressage Dynamics, was a popular and critical success. Lauded by Olympian Carl Hester as the book he most frequently quotes at clinics, it examined the ways the physical bodies of horse and rider wor…
Fair Play in Sport presents a critical re-working of the classic ideal of fair play and explores its practical consequences for competitive sport. By linking general moral principles and practical cases, the book develops a contemporary theory of fa…
What Doesn't Kill Us, a New York Times bestseller, traces our evolutionary journey back to a time when survival depended on how well we adapted to the environment around us. Our ancestors crossed deserts, mountains, and oceans without even a whisper…
Identifying and developing talented athletes to their fullest potential is a central concern of sport scientists, sports coaches, and sports policy makers. The second edition of this popular text offers a state of the science synthesis of current kn…
HOW BAD DO YOU WANT IT? revisits some of the most extraordinary moments from the history of endurance sports to show how mental strength allows some athletes to perform at a level way beyond their physical limits - to will their body to do what was…
The greatest athletic performances spring from the mind, not the body. Elite athletes have known this for decades and now science is learning why it's true. In his fascinating new book How Bad Do You Want It?, coach Matt Fitzgerald examines more tha…
"This book is a breakthrough, a lyrical, powerful, science-based narrative that actually shows us how to get better (much better) at the things we care about."--Seth Godin, author of Linchpin "Anyone who wants to get better at anything should read…
Coaching is a vital factor for success in sport at all levels. Sport Coaching Concepts offers a comprehensive introduction to the theoretical issues that underpin sport coaching practice. Now in a fully revised and updated new edition, it explains w…
How to Build a Better Body Fast Where do you belong on the strength continuum? And where do you want to be? Too often, we know what we should be doing to gain strength, but we lack direction, a plan, motivation and intelligent guidance to make appre…
'A ground-breaking text...will inspire you to learn, develop and deliver' - Sir Alex FergusonWith billion-pound television deals and multi-million player transfers, a football team's performance has repercussions far beyond the pitch and league tabl…
How high or far or fast can humans go? And what about individual potential: what defines a person's limits? From running a two-hour marathon to summiting Mount Everest, we're fascinated by the extremes of human endurance, constantly testing both our…
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Introductory textbook for sport and exercise psychology courses; ideal for students pursuing a career as a sport psychologist, coach, physical educator, fitness instructor, athletic trainer, physical therapist, or sports medicine professional. Also…
The last two decades have witnessed a proliferation of qualitative research in sport and exercise. The Routledge Handbook of Qualitative Research in Sport and Exercise is the first book to offer an in-depth survey of established and emerging qualita…
"The one book every disc golfer needs... If you only pick up one book on this list, make it this one... This is one of those books that will end up with highlighter and notes all over it as you read it again and again." - Mind Body Disc Golf Reading…
Golfarens Sjätte Sinne riktar sig till dig som vill spela bättre golf! Du gör det genom att lära dig mer om dig själv och golfslagets psykologi.Boken bygger på vetenskap och författaren kopplar denna till personliga erfarenheter och gör därför Golfa…
Mental Toughness for Runners gives the reader highly effective methods for successful mental training, including self-coaching, well-founded training psychology, and thought-provoking strategies for self-reflection. The mental training presented in…
Sport coaches, strength and conditioning professionals, and personal trainers; also a reference for physical therapists, athletic trainers, physical educators and serious athletes.
'Our incredible story under a supreme manager shared in all its glory.' Jordan HendersonThe definitive account of J rgen Klopp's astonishing revival of Liverpool Football Club.Liverpool Football Club's stunning 2020 Premier League title victory dese…
Upper-undergraduate and graduate-level text for courses in coaching, sport psychology, and sport science; supplemental text in courses specific to coaching a single sport; reference for academic libraries as well as high-performance or youth and in…
Praise for Mind Gym"Believing in yourself is paramount to success for any athlete. Gary's lessons and David's writing provide examples of the importance of the mental game." --Ben Crenshaw, two-time Masters champion and former Ryder Cup captain"Mind…
Qualitative forms of inquiry are a dynamic and exciting area within contemporary research in sport, exercise and health. Students and researchers at all levels are now expected to understand qualitative approaches and be able to employ them in their…
One third of our lives are spent trying to sleep. Most us have disturbed, restless nights and rely on a cocktail of caffeine and sugar to drag us through the day. Yet the hours we spend in bed shape our mood, motivation and decision-making skills -…
A good comeback makes a great story. In The Comeback Quotient, sports journalist Matt Fitzgerald shares the stories of top athletic comebacks, to give you inspiration and tools for your own comeback in sport or life.Every sports fan loves a great co…
For nearly a quarter of a century, top sports psychologist James E. Loehr has been training world-class athletes, from Olympic gold medalist speed-skater Dan Jansen to tennis stars Monica Seles and Jim Courier His bestselling book, Mental Toughness…
'Incredibly well-researched and loaded with modern-day, high-tech football insights' - Tony Strudwick, Head of Performance, Wales national football teamProfessional football is more demanding than ever. Top internationals reach speeds of 36km/hr, ru…
Everyone knows that David Beckham crosses the ball better than anyone, and that Tiger Woods never "chokes". But what are the hidden factors which allow the most successful sports stars to rise above their competitors -- and are they shared by virtuo…
Leadership and management lessons from the sports world.The world's elite athletes and coaches achieve high performance through inspiring leadership, mental toughness, and direction-setting strategic choices. Harvard Business Review has talked to ma…
Tankar, känslor och beteenden påverkar hälsa och prestation. När livet och idrotten fungerar som bäst mår man fint och prestationsförmågan är på topp. I detta drömläge är behovet av KBT, kognitiv beteendeterapi, mycket litet. Men det är få förunnat…
Find flow and reach peak performance-in sports and in life. Based on the groundbreaking Still Quiet Place mindfulness program, this workbook provides practical, step-by-step exercises and skills to help you gain present-moment awareness and achieve…
Sports psychology is a rapidly growing field, with numerous societies, conferences, journals and practitioners. The breadth and quality of scientific research in this field has grown considerably in the past decade, with sophisticated fMRI, EEG, and…
Textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in exercise psychology; reference for researchers and practitioners in clinical or exercise psychology, applied clinical exercise physiologists, rehabilitation specialists, and health and fitness pro…
This book is primarily aimed at hockey players and coaches from the high school to professional levels. A secondary audience is parents of players.
The Routledge International Encyclopedia of Sport and Exercise Psychology integrates the topics of motor control, physical education, exercise, adventure, performance in sports, and the performing arts, in several important ways and contexts, drawin…
Focusing on both physical and psychological issues, the author reveals how to apply the same discipline necessary in mastering the piano to the world of sports, focusing the motivational aspect of learning a rigorous activity. Original. IP.
Gör det bättre själv om du kan berättar på ett nyskapande sätt om föräldrarollen i idrotten. Den goda idrottsmiljön beskrivs så att du kan träna dig på att uppmärksamma detaljer som ger ditt barn bra upplevelser i idrotten. Är det exempelvis någon m…
Once the reserve of only the most hardcore enthusiasts, ultra running is now a thriving global industry, with hundreds of thousands of competitors each year. But is the rise of this most brutal and challenging sport--with races that extend into hund…
Proven solutions for a better night's sleep, from the "sleep guru" to elite athletes--rest for success in work, sports, and life One-third of our lives -- that's 3,000 hours a year--is spent trying to sleep. The time we spend in bed shapes our mood…
Understanding and applying psychology within youth sport settings is key to maximising young athletes' enjoyment, wellbeing, and sporting performance. Written by a team of leading international researcher-practitioners, this book is the first to off…
Move over, Moneyball -- this New York Times bestseller examines major league baseball's next cutting-edge revolution: the high-tech quest to build better players. As bestselling authors Ben Lindbergh and Travis Sawchik reveal in The MVP Machine, the…
Is your daily run starting to drag you down? Has running become a chore rather than the delight it once was? Then The Happy Runner is the answer for you. Authors David and Megan Roche believe that you can't reach your running potential without con…
Whether you're an athlete, aspiring coach, or business professional, the ultimate goal remains the same: reaching your potential. Author Terry Orlick, an internationally acclaimed sport psychologist, has helped hundreds of Olympic and professional…
A respected sports performance consultant offers advice on maximizing sports potential, showing how athletes in any sport can benefit from performance cues, proper visualization, and other mental focusing techniques. Original. 12,000 first printing.
The Brave Athlete solves the 13 most common mental conundrums athletes face in their everyday training and in races. You don't have one brain-you have three; your ancient Chimp brain that keeps you alive, your modern Professor brain that navigates t…
'The Roger Federer, the Steffi Graf, the Usain Bolt of all books about the psychology of sport, packed with insight and wisdom' - Brian Viner, Sports writer and author of Pele, Ali, Lillee, and Me This is the first textbook to explore and explain th…
American youth athletes are abandoning athletics at an alarming rate, with 70% of children dropping out of youth sport programs by the age of 14. One of the top reasons for this dropout rate is poor coaching. Yet, only 30% of youth and high school c…
Professional reference for dancers, choreographers and dance educators
