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The scientific basis of sports training. Ebook

Antonio Urso

ANNO EDIZIONE: 2014

GENERE: Ebook

ISBN: 9788860284051

PAGINE: 250

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This manual is a collection of the essential elements for the basic training of a sports coach, inco...

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This manual is a collection of the essential elements for the basic training of a sports coach, incorporating the knowledge required for the correct use of training for various purposes: be it functional or athletic, for a medium or high level, as well as simply for personal well-being. The author draws on his vast experience and knowledge of the theme in question and has opted for a dear and analytical explanation of the main concepts of anatomy, physiology and training methods. As regards methodology, ampie space has been given to strength training, to modern techniques for assessing training and also the periodisation of training. Particular attention has also been given to the psychological aspects of the communication sphere that is proving to be increasingly more important in the organisation of training. The scientific approach, which characterises the entire work, makes this manual an excellent study and reference tool for coaches of ali sports and for anyone wishing to improve their personal knowledge on generai and specific physical preparation, providing a valid insight into a greater awareness of the world of sport and fitness.

1. General Anatomy
The Cell
Tissues
Muscular tissue
Nervous tissue
Bones
The Joints
Muscles

2. Anatomical Systems
Cardiocirculatory system
The respiratory system
The digestive system
The digestive apparatus
Nervous system
Endocrine system

3. Sports endocrinology
Introduction
Secretion of androgen hormones in relation to training stress
Hormonal behaviour in women
Thyroid hormones and physical exercise
Pancreatic activity and physical exercise

4. Energy Systems
Introduction

5. Physical characteristics of sports
Introduction
Maximum dynamic strength
Speed
Resistance strength
Muscle hypertrophy
Differences in men and women’s performance abilities
Strength training in children

6. Motor learning
Motor learning
Coordination skills
Joint mobility
Assessment tests

7. General principes of training
Introduction
The concept of training
General principles of training
Programming
Structure of training
Considerations on the methods of training
Transfer of physical qualities
Exercise pace
Injury prevention in weight training

8. Postural Assessment
Developing core stability
The core
Exercises

9. Physical activity in the third age
Society and the third age
The characteristics of ageing
The main diseases in old age
Adaptations to physical workouts

10. Biomechanics: the basic concepts
Biomechanics of human movement
The joints as levers

11. Communication
Introduction
Approaches to the study of communication
Communication dynamics in sports
Non-verbal communication
Personality
Conclusions
References