The Science Of Basketball

Author : Alexandru Radu
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351789716
Total Pages : 190 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Science of Basketball written by Alexandru Radu and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-08-15 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Science of Basketball is the only book to examine the scientific principles underpinning preparation and performance in basketball, applied to both individual and team contexts. Drawing on the very latest scientific evidence, and including contributions from leading international coaches and scientists involved in the sport, the book explores every aspect of physical and mental preparation and performance, including: strength and conditioning, and training strategies physiological aspects of performance nutrition and supplementation psychological preparation skill acquisition biomechanical aspects of performance performance analysis injury epidemiology, prevention and rehabilitation coach education Incorporating case studies at the end of each chapter to demonstrate how scientific principles can be applied to practice, the book bridges the gap between theory and applied practice in basketball better than any other. It is essential reading for any student, researcher, sport scientist, coach, physiotherapist or clinician with an interest in the game, and illuminative supplementary reading for students of sport science and sports coaching.

Author : John J. Fontanella
Publisher : Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780801885136
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Physics of Basketball written by John J. Fontanella and published by Johns Hopkins University Press. This book was released on 2006-11-15 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reddick do naturally the things that Isaac Newton says they should.

Author : Suzanne Slade
Publisher : Capstone
ISBN 13 : 1429640219
Total Pages : 50 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Basketball written by Suzanne Slade and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2010 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the science behind the sport of basketball, including offense, defense, arenas, and trick plays.

Author : Lior Laver
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3662610701
Total Pages : 1018 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Basketball Sports Medicine and Science written by Lior Laver and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-10-05 with total page 1018 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is designed as a comprehensive educational resource not only for basketball medical caregivers and scientists but for all basketball personnel. Written by a multidisciplinary team of leading experts in their fields, it provides information and guidance on injury prevention, injury management, and rehabilitation for physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, rehabilitation specialists, conditioning trainers, and coaches. All commonly encountered injuries and a variety of situations and scenarios specific to basketball are covered with the aid of more than 200 color photos and illustrations. Basketball Sports Medicine and Science is published in collaboration with ESSKA and will represent a superb, comprehensive educational resource. It is further hoped that the book will serve as a link between the different disciplines and modalities involved in basketball care, creating a common language and improving communication within the team staff and environment.

Author : Diane Yancey
Publisher : Greenhaven Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1420506374
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Basketball written by Diane Yancey and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2011-02-23 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From peach baskets to the playoffs, author Diane Yancey gives your readers the full breadth of basketball. She engagingly presents the origins, history and changes, and the biomechanics and physiology of playing and movement. Readers will learn about related health and medical concerns, and the causes and treatment of sports-related injuries.

Author : Enzo George
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781427125217
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.1X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physical Science in Football written by Enzo George and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Whether you are throwing and catching in your backyard, playing touch football, or receiving the kick-off at the Super Bowl, you are demonstrating the laws of physics. Get an edge on your competitors with this informative book, which reveals the science of the game. Discover how air resistance and friction affects how a ball travels, how torque helps make a tackle, and why kinetic energy and impact make helmets necessary"--

Author : Norman D. Graubart
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1499410646
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Science of Basketball written by Norman D. Graubart and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Executing a dunk in a National Basketball League game takes a lot of practice. It also takes a lot of science! Readers discover the many areas of science that can be seen in action during a basketball game, including physics and biology. They also explore the ways science, technology, engineering, and math come together in the world of basketball. Colorful photographs, fact-filled sidebars, and helpful graphic organizers keep readers engaged as they explore basic STEM curriculum topics in a fresh way. Readers will be eager to visit the basketball court and see science in action after turning the final page.

Author : Matt Chandler
Publisher : Capstone
ISBN 13 : 1491482206
Total Pages : 33 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Science of Basketball written by Matt Chandler and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Describes the science behind the sport of basketball"--

Author : William Anthony
Publisher : Greenhaven Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1534535675
Total Pages : 26 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Science of Basketball written by William Anthony and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2020-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered how a basketball player is able to masterfully dribble the ball or skillfully shoot it into the hoop? Science gives us the answers. Readers will see how science is at play, in basketball and in the real world. Through the detailed main text, they will enhance their appreciation for the sport and the dedication it takes to master the movements required to win games. Fact boxes, detailed diagrams, and graphic organizers provide more information about this exciting topic. The bright, full-color photographs make readers feel like they're part of the action.

Author : Norman D. Graubart
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1499411294
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Science of Basketball written by Norman D. Graubart and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Executing a dunk in a National Basketball League game takes a lot of practice. It also takes a lot of science! Readers discover the many areas of science that can be seen in action during a basketball game, including physics and biology. They also explore the ways science, technology, engineering, and math come together in the world of basketball. Colorful photographs, fact-filled sidebars, and helpful graphic organizers keep readers engaged as they explore basic STEM curriculum topics in a fresh way. Readers will be eager to visit the basketball court and see science in action after turning the final page.