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Fundamental Concepts | |
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The Assessment and Modification Model | |
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The Assessment and Modification Model | |
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Sports Science Theoretical Base | |
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Observation and Assessment | |
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Comparison and Profiling | |
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Intervention Priority | |
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Modification | |
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Pedagogical Considerations | |
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Re-assessment | |
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Conclusion | |
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Talent Identification and Profiling | |
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Talent Identification | |
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Profiling | |
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Conclusion | |
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Applied Anatomy: Assessment and Modification of Physical Capacities | |
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Absolute Body Size | |
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The Principle of Morphological Optimization | |
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Normative Data on Absolute Body Size in Sportspeople | |
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The Physics of Absolute Body Size | |
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Secular Trends in Absolute Body Size | |
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Consequences of the Search for Size | |
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Kinanthropometric Assessment | |
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Somatotype in Sport | |
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Introduction | |
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Development of Somatotype Rating Methods | |
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The Heath-Carter Anthropometric Method | |
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Somatotype and Sport Performance | |
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Desirable Body Types for High Level Performance | |
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Exceptions to the Standard Body Shape and Size | |
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Sport Selection and Somatotype | |
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Somatotype Modification | |
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Changes in Body Type During Growth | |
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Conclusion | |
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Body Composition in Sport | |
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Introduction | |
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Factors Affecting Body Composition | |
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Body Composition Assessment | |
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Body Composition and Sports Performance | |
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Nutritional Changes to Modify Body Composition | |
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Conclusions | |
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Proportionality | |
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Significance of Proportionality Modification in Sport | |
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Effect of Growth on Proportionality | |
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Proportionality Assessment | |
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Proportionality Applied to Sport Performance | |
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Proportionality Characteristics of Athletes | |
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Racial Characteristics | |
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Body Modification | |
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Technique Modification | |
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Conclusion | |
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Posture | |
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Evolution and the Development of Posture | |
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Changes in Posture During Growth | |
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Maintenance of Posture | |
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Advantages of Good Posture | |
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Postural Diversity within Individuals | |
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Posture and its Relationship to Somatotype | |
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Postural Defects | |
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Static and Dynamic Posture | |
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Posture Assessment | |
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Desirable Postures for High Level Sport Performance | |
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Modifying Posture and Technique to Improve Performance | |
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Conclusion | |
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Strength | |
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Relationship Between Strength, Power and Strength-Endurance | |
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Value of Strength in Sport | |
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Muscle Structure and Function | |
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Muscle Mechanics and Neuromuscular Considerations | |
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Factors Affecting the Development of Muscular Function | |
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Strength Assessment | |
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General Training Principles | |
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Strength Training Program Design | |
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Strength Training Methods and Techniques | |
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Strength-Endurance Training Methods | |
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Strength Training, Injuries and Injury Prevention | |
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Summary | |
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Power | |
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Introduction | |
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Maximal Power Production Defined | |
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Why is Maximal Power Important? | |
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Factors Contributing to Maximal Power Output | |
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Performance Qualities Contributing to Power | |
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Assessment of Muscular Power | |
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Training Methods for the Development of Power | |
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Summary | |
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Speed | |
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Introduction | |
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Neural Considerations | |
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Morphological Considerations | |
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Endocrine Considerations | |
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Biochemical Considerations | |
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Biomechanical and Anthropometric Considerations | |
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Assessing Speed | |
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Developing Speed | |
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Conclusion | |
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Flexibility | |
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Definitions of Stretching and the Resulting Flexibility-Extensibility | |
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Anatomy and Physiology Components Targeted for Stretching | |
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Types of Stretching Procedure and Technique | |
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Mechanisms of Stretching | |
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Does Stretching Help Improve Sport Performance or Reduce Risk of Injury? | |
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Other Factors Can Affect the Effectiveness of Stretching and the Resulting Flexibility | |
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How do you Measure Improvement in Flexibility? | |
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Conclusions | |
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Balance and Agility | |
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Factors Affecting Balance | |
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Assessing Balance | |
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Improving Balance for Sport | |
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Protection from Joint Injury | |
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Factors Affecting Agility | |
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Assessing Agility | |
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Improving Agility for Sport | |
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Conclusion | |
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Modifying Physical Capacities | |
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Resistance Training Guidelines | |
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Resistance Training Exercises | |
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Stretching Exercises | |
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Training Programs for Specific Sports | |
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Conclusion | |
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Biomechanics: Assessment and Modification of Sport Techniques | |
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Analysis of Sports Performance | |
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Models of Technique Analysis | |
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Qualitative or Subjective Analysis | |
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Quantitative Analysis | |
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Conclusion | |
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Image Analysis in Sports Performance | |
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Background | |
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Errors in Motion Analysis | |
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Planar Video Analysis | |
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3D Motion Analysis | |
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Data Filtering | |
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Conclusions | |
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The Application of Biomechanics in the Improvement of Sport Performance | |
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Instructional Approaches in Technique Modification | |
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Preparation of Athletes Involved in High-Speed Activities | |
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Biomechanical Considerations in Reducing Sporting Injury Rates | |
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Conclusion | |
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Mechanics in Sport: Specific Applications | |
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Balance | |
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Newton's Laws of Motion | |
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Linking of Linear and Angular Motion | |
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Projectile Motion | |
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Momentum | |
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Moments of Force and Torque | |
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Energy | |
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Coefficient of Restitution | |
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Coordination and Summation of Body Segments | |
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Friction | |
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Centripetal Force | |
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Fluid Dynamics | |
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Practical Example | |
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A Practical Example: Pole Vault | |
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Assessment of Physical Capacity and Intervention Program | |
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Biomechanical Assessment and Technique Modification | |
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Influence on Performance | |