The Crowood Press Ltd | Atletické sporty

'David has a huge passion and knowledge of endurance running. His dynamism and expertise come across brilliantly in this extremely well written, useful and entertaining book.'Dan Robinson, four times Olympic and World Championship marathoner, and 2006 Commonwealth Games marathon

Written by the father and coach of Sebastian Coe, this is a comprehensive study of the science of middle-distance running. Each event is analyzed in detail and all the vital components of event training are included. These include fitness training, mental conditioning and multipace

Masters scullers range in age from Grade AA (21 in the US) or Grade A (27 in the UK) to Grade M (89 plus). This book partners with each individual athlete to achieve performance improvements based on their own aspirations, technical skill, and fitness level. The focus is on understanding and efficiency, both in the acquisition of skills and training. The dynamic technique offers a high-performance sculling approach, carefully tailored to support a Masters sculler's long-term career. Coverage includes individual assessment of an athlete's sculling skills, flexibility, and aerobic fitness; compilation and application of evidence-based data; formation of highly individual training programs; experiments for athletes to explore their connectedness, versatility, and speed; and race strategies and plans for competitive athletes. Based on the athlete's needs and aspirations, this book