Gymnastics
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Science Behind Gymnastics
"Discusses the science of gymnastics, using biology, physics and engineering"--
The Science of Gymnastics
The Science of Gymnastics provides the most comprehensive and accessible introduction available to the fundamental physiological, biomechanical and psychological principles underpinning performance in artistic gymnastics. The second edition introduces three new sections: applied coaching, motor learning and injury prevention and safety, and features contributions from leading international sport scientists and gymnastics coaches and instructors. With case studies and review questions included in each chapter, the book examines every key aspect of gymnastic training and performance, including: physiological assessment diet and nutrition energetics kinetics and kinematics spatial orientation and motor control career transitions mental skills training and perception injury assessment and prevention, with clinical cases advanced case studies in rotations, vault approach and elastic technologies in gymnastics. A fully dedicated website provides a complete set of lecture material, including ready-to-use animated slides related to each chapter, and the answers to all review questions in the book. The book represents an important link between scientific theory and performance. As such, The Science of Gymnastics is essential reading for any student, researcher or coach with an interest in gymnastics, and useful applied reading for any student of sport science or sports coaching.
The Science of Gymnastics
Author: Katie Kawa
language: en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date: 2015-07-15
Gymnasts use science in every event, including the balance beam, vault, rings, and floor exercise. Physics and biology work together to help gymnasts do incredible tricks with their bodies. Readers discover the many connections between science and gymnastics, and bright photographs show the ways science is put into action by gymnasts—from young tumblers to Olympic gymnasts. Fascinating sidebars and graphic organizers further explain the science of gymnastics, as well as the ways this sport uses technology, engineering, and math. Essential areas of STEM curricula are explained in a relatable way that’s sure to engage and entertain readers.
