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Training for speed, agility, and quickness / Lee E. Brown and Vance A. Ferrigno, editors.

Contributor(s): Brown, Lee E, 1956- [editor.] | Ferrigno, Vance, 1961- [editor].
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Champaign : Human Kinetics, [2014]Copyright date: ©2015Edition: Third Edition.Description: xvii, 293 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.Content type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9781450468701.Subject(s): Physical education and training | Speed | Motor ability | Coaching (Athletics)DDC classification: 613.711
Contents:
Part I: Training essentials -- How the training works -- Athlete assessment -- Incorporating mental skills training -- Speed training -- Agility training -- Quickness and reaction-time training -- Part II: Training programs -- Developing a customized program -- Baseball and softball -- Football and rugby -- Basketball and netball -- Combat sports -- Track and field -- Soccer -- Lacrosse -- Tennis and badminton -- Racquetball and squash.

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Today's athletes are bigger, stronger, faster, and more agile than ever before. Exhibiting a combination of power, speed, and quickness, they've raised the bar on performance, competition, and training. Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is the complete workout guide you need in order to perform a step ahead of the competition.

With this total training package, you'll have exclusive online access to a video library of the most effective drills and exercises for developing movement skills, and you'll see how to perform key tests and execute the best and most complex drills from the book. Sample training programs are included for these sports:

Baseball and softball Football and rugby Basketball and netball Combat sports Track and field Soccer Lacrosse Tennis and badminton Racquetball and squash

The top sport and conditioning experts present the best information on testing, techniques, drills, and training programs to maximize athletes' movement capabilities. The book includes 262 drills and proven assessments for customizing programs and tracking progress.

If you're serious about elevating your performance, Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is a must have.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not an official book from SAQ International. For details of books including SAQ Soccer and SAQ Rugby and official SAQ resources, please visit www.saqinternational.com.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 287-290).

Part I: Training essentials -- How the training works -- Athlete assessment -- Incorporating mental skills training -- Speed training -- Agility training -- Quickness and reaction-time training -- Part II: Training programs -- Developing a customized program -- Baseball and softball -- Football and rugby -- Basketball and netball -- Combat sports -- Track and field -- Soccer -- Lacrosse -- Tennis and badminton -- Racquetball and squash.

CIT Module SPRT 8005 - Supplementary reading

Excerpt provided by Syndetics

"Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is the workout guide and DVD package you need in order to perform a step ahead of the competition. What elevates this book to become the ultimate training resource is the bonus DVD, ideal for both athletes and coaches. It allows you to see exactly how to perform key tests and execute the best and most complex drills from the book." "Top sport and conditioning experts present the best information on testing, techniques, drills, and training programs available to maximize athletes' innate movement capabilities. The book contains 195 drills, many of which are fully illustrated, while the most complex drills and useful tests to track athletic skills and progress are featured on the DVD."--BOOK JACKET.

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Lee E. Brown, EdD, CSCS*D, FNSCA, FACSM , is a previous President of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Board of Directors. In 2014 Brown received the NSCA's Lifetime Achievement award for his work with the Association. Brown holds both a master's degree in exercise science and a doctorate in educational leadership from Florida Atlantic University. Formerly a high school physical education teacher and coach of many sports, Brown is now a professor of strength and conditioning in the department of kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton. He and his wife, Theresa, reside in Buena Park, California.

Vance Ferrigno is President of F3 Training Systems, LLC and is also a Nike NG 360 Golf Performance Specialist for the Cliffs Clubs overseeing the golf performance program. Ferrigno earned his bachelor's degree in exercise science from Florida State University and a Fellow of Applied Functional Science from the Gray Institute. His certifications include American College of Sports Medicine's Health Fitness Specialist and Health Fitness Director, National Strength and Conditioning Association's Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, USA Weight Lifting Club Coach, USA Cycling Level 2 Coach and Nike NG 360 Golf Performance Specialist. He resides in Travelers Rest, SC.