Developing Power (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Human Kinetics Publishers, Champaign, IL, 2024
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Paperback. Authored by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Developing Power is the definitive resource for developing athletic power. In Developing Power, you'll find research-based recommendations from the world's leading experts on power development. Coverage includes the following: - Assessment protocols for testing jumps, throws, and ballistic exercises - Step-by-step instructions for exercises and drills for upper body, lower body, and total body power - Guidance on how to add progressions safely and effectively for continued development - Multiple training methods, such as explosive weight training, Olympic lifts, and plyometrics - Ready-to-use programs for 12 of the world's most popular sports Leaving no topic uncovered, Developing Power is the most comprehensive resource dedicated to increasing athletic power. These are the exercises, programs, and protocols being used at the highest levels of sport and performance. With Developing Power, the experts at NSCA are ready to elevate your power. Achieve explosive athletic power through research-based training methods that boost jump, throw, and sprint abilities. Explore step-by-step instructions, detailed visuals, and sport-specific programs across 19 disciplines. Elevate performance with targeted progressions and tailored assessments for maximum impact. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- Developing Power (Paperback)
- Author
- Paul Comfort
- Publisher
- Human Kinetics Publishers, Champaign, IL
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1718220464
- ISBN 13
- 9781718220461
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
Written by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Developing Power provides the latest research-based recommendations for assessing and training for muscular power. You’ll learn how to apply assessment protocols for jumps, throws, and ballistic exercises and how to apply the results to design programs to address specific athletic needs. In addition, you will find the following:
- Power training guidelines for 19 sports, including basketball, football, soccer, lacrosse, and mixed martial arts
- Step-by-step instructions and detailed photos for 84 upper body, lower body, total body, and anatomical core exercises
- Guidance on implementing progressions, regressions, and variations for 64 exercises
- Multiple training methods, such as ballistic training, weightlifting exercises, and plyometrics
- Sample programs for 9 team sports and 10 individual sports, including basketball, soccer, football (American), volleyball, baseball, track and field, swimming, wrestling, golf, rowing, boxing, and more
With contributions from 17 of the top names in sport training, science, and conditioning, Developing Power is the authoritative resource on power and performance. It is a must-have resource for unlocking maximum power development!
Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.
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About the Author
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is the world’s leading organization in the field of sport conditioning. Drawing on the resources and expertise of the most recognized professionals in strength training and conditioning, sport science, performance research, education, and sports medicine, the NSCA is the world’s trusted source of knowledge and training guidelines for coaches and athletes. The NSCA provides the crucial link between the lab and the field.
ABOUT THE EDITOR
Paul Comfort, PhD, CSCS,*D, is a full professor in strength and conditioning at the University of Salford and is an adjunct professor at Edith Cowan University. He is a founder and accredited member of the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) and was a member of the NSCA board of directors from 2000 to 2023. He is a senior associate editor for the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research and sits on the editorial board of numerous other journals. Comfort has presented extensively at conferences around the world, coauthored over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles, and served as the editor of four books.
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