This 5th edition, provides readers with the most current theories and practices of group dynamics in sport teams. In this updated edition, each cha...

An effective planning in Physical Education entails taking into account a set of psychological, sport training-related, and pedagogical principles ...

Sport psychology is the scientific study of people and their behaviours in sport contexts and the practical application of that knowledge. Sport ps...

The present compilation marks the fifth consecutive year that Athletic Insight has teamed with Nova Science on the development of a compendium of w...

Over the past several years, both coaches and athletes have started to realise that strength, speed, and other athletic skills are not sufficient f...

This attitude that the use of performance-enhancing supplements and drugs is not unethical needs examination by exercise physiology professionals. ...

Sport Psychology research has developed and expanded considerably over the last decade or two. Its accelerating volume of research output embraces ...

This is a fresh, inspiring guide of how to get ready for life's big performances. The author integrates the best of the new field of Positive Psych...

Two Boston University professors have assembled the best theorists and clinicians in the field to explore various ways that sport and exercise have...

Within this book, Dr Robert Schinke shares with the reader, how to mentally sharpen aspects of boxing performance. Regardless of whether you are a ...

This book is comprised of seven chapters which centre upon psychological skills training (PST) for various sports and athletes. The authors' past e...

Undoubtedly, professional football hails as the most popular sport around the world. Dozens of football players, coaches, managers, agents, and fan...

In psychology, motivation refers to the initiation, direction, intensity and persistence of behaviour (Geen, 1995). Motivation is a temporal and dy...

In what is one of the most extensive and all-encompassing books of its kind, this book provides readers with an advanced understanding of the major...

This is the first book which comprehensively examines the way humans pace exercise and sporting activities. This concept represents an exciting opp...

Pacing in sport and exercise: a psychophysiological perspective is the first book which comprehensively examines the way humans pace exercise and s...

Football is a game that depends on strength, speed and power. The demands are high, the hits are hard, and recovery is key to injury prevention and...

Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) remain the most used/abused drugs in the athlete and recreational gym user. However, there are some new drugs su...

There has been considerable debate on sport psychology about the status and the function of cognition and action in sport. This debate is very rele...

Physical fitness comprises two related concepts: general fitness (a state of health and well-being) and specific fitness (a task-oriented definitio...

This is a practical guide with a step-by-step process for establishing and maintaining a consulting practice for today's sport and performance psyc...

This book represents the compilation of the first two years' issues of the World Class Coaching newsletter. Included are the training sessions of t...

It has been 12 years since the author published the 3rd edition of the Swimming Faster series and time has not stood still. Research has continued ...

The author's reasons for writing this book were, first, to provide readers with some basic hydrodynamic tenants that will help them understand the ...

It has been 12 years since the author published the 3rd edition of the Swimming Faster series and time has not stood still. Research has continued ...

The author's reasons for writing this book were, first, to provide readers with some basic hydrodynamic tenants that will help them understand the ...

The emphasis is on the unique Brazilian approach to technical skills training, their concentration on fitness and elasticity and their tactical app...

This book provides an examination of professional and legal sports today with a focus on the congressional response to selected work stoppages in p...

The fourth edition of Psychological Bases of Sport Injuries brings together a diverse and global collection of expert chapter authors to provide in...

Experts in their field, the contributors offer their valuable insights into the complex intersection of sport psychology and injury, citing current...

This is a valuable resource for students, researchers, practitioners, educators, and administrators that want to increase their knowledge of psycho...

In this book, leading international experts in their respective fields examine and explain the impact of the psychological preparation of elite ath...

The Greek philosopher Aristotle first suggested the earth could be divided into types of climatic zones, based on their distance from the equator. ...

Finally, a book for players who want to go the extra mile to improve their game. Charlie Inverso has put together several outstanding drills that y...

Includes dozens of progressive fun games and drills to maximise player development and enthusiasm. Also includes a section on parental involvement ...

A complete 12 week training program for 9-12 year olds. Includes dozens of progressive fun games and drills to maximise player development and enth...

A complete 12 week training program for 13-16 year olds. Includes dozens of progressive games and drills to maximise player development and enthusi...

80 categorised practice sessions for advanced players complete with clear and concise diagrams, detailed instructions and directed objectives. The ...

This book presents and discusses social issues involved in sports and athletics, as well as an examination of varying topics in sport psychology. T...

The maestro of Spanish soccer gives his insights and training suggestions for goalkeepers. Laureano Ruiz is truly the guru of spanish soccer. He ha...

Part 2 in the Spanish Coaching Bible Series covers high school, college and beyond. Laureano Ruiz is truly the guru of Spanish soccer. He has helpe...

This book presents the collection of extended papers by the invited keynote speakers and two early career awardees at the 11th ISSP World Congress ...

The application of psychology to sport and exercise settings is a relatively new field which is rapidly developing and expanding. This branch of ps...

In this book, the authors gather and present current research in the study of the health benefits, injuries and psychological effects of sport part...

Sport psychology is the study of a person's behaviour in sport. It is also a specialisation within the brain psychology and kinesiology that seeks ...

The Ninth World Congress of Sport Psychology inspired this book which includes contributions by the gathering's keynote speakers substantially exte...

This edition, similar to last year's, feature the accepted publications to Athletic Insight, released in 2010. This book focuses on topics such as ...

If you have ever watched a champion make that impossible three-point shot in the game's final seconds, you know that mental skills are absolutely c...