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Book SynopsisWhether they are known for a powerful golf swing or a stunning tennis forehand, the best athletes all have one thing in common - a strong and well-conditioned core. This title features over 50 of the most effective exercises, science-based assessment tools, sport-specific programmes and expert advice for developing a personalised core programme.
Trade Review“Developing the Core is one of the best resources to guide you to a stronger and well-developed core. Whether you are an athlete seeking to improve performance or a fitness professional looking for the best ways to train the core, this book has something for you. I highly recommend it.”
James Di Naso, MS, CSCS, NSCA-CPT
"To know sport, you must know the core. This book is a fantastic resource for strength coaches, personal trainers, researchers, and athletes.”
Tom Nesser-- Associate Professor Indiana State University
"Developing the Core highlights the latest research findings and presents them in an accessible way. It’s an excellent resource for athletes, strength and conditioning specialists, and anyone wishing to strengthen the midsection."
David G. Behm-- Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Research School of Human Kinetics and Recreation Memorial University of Newfoundland
“Developing the Core is a must-have resource for strength and conditioning professionals. This book provides practitioners with an evidence-based approach to training the core and helps dispel many of the myths surrounding this controversial topic.”
Jay Dawes-- Assistant Professor in Kinesiology Texas A&M University, Former Director of Education for the National Strength and Conditioning Association
Table of ContentsPart I Essentials of Core Development
Chapter 1 Core Anatomy and Biomechanics
Chapter 2 Core Assessment
Chapter 3 Core Muscle Activity During Exercise
Chapter 4 Core Development Exercises and Drills
Chapter 5 Core Programming
Part II Sport-Specific Core Development
Chapter 6 Baseball and Softball
Chapter 7 Basketball
Chapter 8 Football
Chapter 9 Golf
Chapter 10 Ice Hockey
Chapter 11 Soccer
Chapter 12 Swimming
Chapter 13 Tennis
Chapter 14 Track and Field
Chapter 15 Volleyball
Chapter 16 Wrestling
