UID:
almahu_9949434949302882
Format:
1 online resource
ISBN:
9781000215397
,
1000215393
,
9781003027881
,
1003027881
,
9781000215311
,
1000215318
,
9781000215359
,
1000215350
Content:
"The game of American football may be the greatest team sport that exists. It epitomizes the need of a "team" first approach to achieve the desired success. Success is often measured as the hoisting of a championship trophy, that involved a journey that required discipline, perseverance, sacrifice, and hard work. These traits are the backbone of success in football, but more importantly is the backbone or blueprint for success in life. The Science of American Football provides an in-depth discussion on the physiology of the game of American football, including the physiological strain associated with playing in various environmental extremes. Issues related to acclimatization, preparation and medical issues associated with each of these environmental extremes are discussed as well as medical issues occurring during the athlete's playing career (common sites of injury) and potential risks arising post-career (e.g., neurological dysfunction, arthritic joints, obesity). The book goes on to consider aspects of player selection and preparation including discussion of evidence-based physical conditioning programs, appropriate nutrition and specific dietary supplementation for the American football player. The Science of American Football is the first to focus on the physiology, science and medical issues associated with the game of American football and will be key reading for students of Coaching and Exercise Science as well as those with a keen interest on understanding the science of American football such as coaches and players"--
Note:
Physiology of American football -- Environmental concerns of playing American football -- Strength and conditioning for football -- Player selection and physical attributes for football playing success -- Nutrition, hydration and dietary supplementation for the American football player -- Medical issues associated with American football -- Medical issues associated with retired players -- Coaching aspects associated with American football.
Additional Edition:
Print version: Hoffman, Jay, 1961- The science of American football New York, NY : Routledge, 2020. ISBN 9780367462833
Language:
English
DOI:
10.4324/9781003027881
URL:
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781003027881
