Gymnastics /
"This new volume in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series, published in conjunction with the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee, offers comprehensive and practical guidance on the training and medical care of competitive gymnasts. Written and edited by leadin...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Chichester, West Sussex :
Wiley-Blackwell, a John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., Publication,
2013.
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| Edition: | First edition. |
| Series: | Handbook of sports medicine and science.
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| Online Access: | Full Text via HEAL-Link |
| Summary: | "This new volume in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series, published in conjunction with the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee, offers comprehensive and practical guidance on the training and medical care of competitive gymnasts. Written and edited by leading trainers, team doctors, coaches and other professionals with unparalleled experience in elite gymnastics, this book covers all the key aspects of caring for gymnasts, minimizing the unique risks these athletes face, and treating injuries when they happen. Individual chapters cover key topics such as energy needs and body weight management; biomechanics; psychology; the epidemiology of gymnastic injuries; treatment and rehabilitation of common injuries; injury prevention; and more. Endorsed by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), no other book offers such an in-depth look at the unique considerations and challenges that affect the growth, performance, training, and medical care of athletes in this demanding sport"--Publisher's description. |
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| Item Description: | Edition statement from footnote citation on first page of each chapter. |
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (200 pages) : illustrations. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781118357538 1118357531 9781118357569 1118357566 9781299749825 1299749828 111835754X 9781118357545 1118357574 9781118357576 |
| DOI: | 10.1002/9781118357538 |
