{"product_id":"routledge-international-handbook-of-golf-science-9781138189126","title":"Routledge International Handbook of Golf Science","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGolf is one of the world's major sports and consequently the focus of world-class scientific research. This landmark publication is the most comprehensive book ever published on the science of golf, covering every sub-discipline from physiology, biomechanics and psychology to strength and conditioning, youth development and equipment design. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShowcasing original research from leading golf scientists across the globe, it examines the fundamental science underpinning the game and demonstrates how it can be applied in practice to improve and develop players. Each chapter provides a definitive account of the current state of knowledge in a particular area of golf science, addressing the limitations of existing research, presenting new areas for development and discussing the implications for coaches, players, scientists and the wider golfing public. Truly international in scope, the variety of topics explored include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebiomechanics and equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Over the last 20 years, golf at the highest level has moved from a game to a sport. The highest standards of preparation and the professionalism of the athlete have become increasingly important determinants of success. Today you hear far more emphasis on preparing to succeed and performance development than technical coaching. This is more apparent now than at any time in the history of the sport. The margins between success and failure are becoming finer and so understanding the \"science\" of golf is key to anyone involved in playing or developing players - as this outstanding book explains.’\u003cb\u003e - \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eMartin Slumbers, Chief Executive, The R\u0026amp;A\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘The \u003cem\u003eRoutledge International Handbook of Golf Science\u003c\/em\u003e provides an extraordinary perspective on our sport through 39 separate research papers. By covering biomechanics, participation, skill acquisition, performance and the health benefits of golf, this is a valuable, data-driven resource.’\u003cb\u003e - \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSteve Mona, CEO, World Golf Foundation\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEditor's Introduction\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003e[Martin Toms]. Acknowledgements. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart I: Biomechanics and Equipment \u003c\/strong\u003ePart Introduction \u003cem\u003e[Sasho MacKenzie] \u003c\/em\u003e1. The Golf Coaching-Biomechanics Interface \u003cem\u003e[Andrew Morrison and Eric S. Wallace] \u003c\/em\u003e2. The Use of Ground Reaction Forces and Pressures in Golf Swing Instruction \u003cem\u003e[Scott K. Lynn and Will Wu] \u003c\/em\u003e3. The Sequence of Body Segment Interactions in the Golf Swing \u003cem\u003e[Peter F. Lamb and Paul S. Glazier] \u003c\/em\u003e4. The Kinematic Sequence: Achieving an Efficient Downswing \u003cem\u003e[Robert J. Neal] \u003c\/em\u003e5. Inter- and Intra-Individual Movement Variability in the Golf Swing \u003cem\u003e[Paul S. Glazier and Peter F. Lamb] \u003c\/em\u003e6. How the Shaft of a Golf Club Influences Performance \u003cem\u003e[Sasho MacKenzie] \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Skill Learning and Technology \u003c\/b\u003ePart Introduction \u003cem\u003e[Sam Robertson] \u003c\/em\u003e7. Is Technology the Saviour or the Downfall of Modern Golf Instruction? \u003cem\u003e[Aaron L. Pauls, Christopher P. Bertram and Mark A. Guadagnoli] \u003c\/em\u003e8. Optimizing Golf Skill Learning \u003cem\u003e[Gabriele Wulf, Steven Orr and Guillaume Chauvel] \u003c\/em\u003e9. Putting Implicit Motor Learning into Golf Practice \u003cem\u003e[Jamie Poolton and Rich Masters] \u003c\/em\u003e10. Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Modelling Golf Technique \u003cem\u003e[Bob Christina and Eric Alpenfels] \u003c\/em\u003e11. The Stages of Learning and Implications for Optimized Learning Environments \u003cem\u003e[Christopher P. Bertram, Mark A. Guadagnoli and Ronald G. Marteniuk] \u003c\/em\u003e12. Skill Testing in Golf \u003cem\u003e[Sam Robertson] \u003c\/em\u003e13. Designing Optimal Golf Practice Environments \u003cem\u003e[Sam Robertson and Damian Farrow] \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Performance Development \u003c\/b\u003ePart Introduction \u003cem\u003e[Marc Lochbaum] \u003c\/em\u003e14. Putting; a New Direction-Distance Problem \u003cem\u003e[Matthew W. Bridge and Nicholas Middleton] \u003c\/em\u003e15. The Beginning Golfer: Psychological Techniques and Constructs Impacting Affecting Performance \u003cem\u003e[Marc Lochbaum, Zişan Kazak Çetinkalp and Landry Actkinson] \u003c\/em\u003e16. Perceptual-Cognitive Expertise in Golf Putting \u003cem\u003e[Laura M. Carey, Robin C. Jackson, Malcolm M. Fairweather, Joe Causer and Mark Williams] \u003c\/em\u003e17. Positive Psychology and Golf \u003cem\u003e[Sandy Gordon and Jay-Lee Nair] \u003c\/em\u003e18. Refining Motor Skills in Golf: A Biopsychosocial Perspective \u003cem\u003e[Howie J. Carson and Dave Collins] \u003c\/em\u003e19. Golf Analytics \u003cem\u003e[Richard J. Rendleman, Jr.] \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Psychological Techniques for Success \u003c\/b\u003ePart Introduction \u003cem\u003e[Kieran Kingston] \u003c\/em\u003e20. The Quiet Eye in Golf Putting \u003cem\u003e[Sam Vine and Mark Wilson] \u003c\/em\u003e21. Golfers' Imagery Use \u003cem\u003e[Jennifer Cumming, Elliott Newell and Fredrik Weibull] \u003c\/em\u003e22. Developing and Maintaining Motivation in Golf \u003cem\u003e[Kieran Kingston] \u003c\/em\u003e23. Masters of the Game: Goal Orientations of Recreational Golfers \u003cem\u003e[Daniel Sachau, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eLuke Simmering, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmy Harris, Max Adler and Warren Ryan] \u003c\/em\u003e24. Individual Differences in Cognitive Processes and Golf Performance \u003cem\u003e[Patrick R. Thomas, Andrea J. Furst and Gerard J. Fogarty] \u003c\/em\u003e25. Golf and the Promise of Mental Health and Well-being for the Elite and Professional Player \u003cem\u003e[Kitrina Douglas and David Carless] \u003c\/em\u003e26. The Psychophysiology of Golf Performance \u003cem\u003e[Debbie J. Crews and Amanda Cheetham] \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: The Golfing Body \u003c\/b\u003ePart Introduction \u003cem\u003e[Andrea Fradkin] \u003c\/em\u003e27. Physiological and Musculoskeletal Characteristics of the Modern Golfer \u003cem\u003e[Sean A. Horan] \u003c\/em\u003e28. The Importance of Individualising Exercise Testing and Prescription for Golfers \u003cem\u003e[Kerrie Evans] \u003c\/em\u003e29. Strength and Conditioning for Golf \u003cem\u003e[John Hellström] \u003c\/em\u003e30. The Older Golfer \u003cem\u003e[Anthony A. Vandervoort, David M. Lindsay and Scott K. Lynn] \u003c\/em\u003e31. Golf Injuries \u003cem\u003e[Andrea Fradkin] \u003c\/em\u003e32. Nutrition for Golf \u003cem\u003e[Graeme L. Close, Jamie Pugh and James P. Morton] \u003c\/em\u003e33. The Science of the Yips \u003cem\u003e[Robert E. Wharen, Jr., Debbie J. Crews and Charles H. Adler] \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Golfer in Context \u003c\/b\u003ePart Introduction \u003cem\u003e[Martin Toms] \u003c\/em\u003e34. Understanding Golf and Health \u003cem\u003e[Andrew Murray, Evan Jenkins and Roger Hawkes] \u003c\/em\u003e35. Young People and Golf \u003cem\u003e[Martin Toms] \u003c\/em\u003e36. Women in Golf: A Critical Reflection \u003cem\u003e[Niamh Kitching] \u003c\/em\u003e37. The Move from Coach-Centred to Participant-Centred Golf Coaching \u003cem\u003e[Jonathan Wright and Martin Toms] \u003c\/em\u003e38. Social Interactions Between Coaches and Players: It Really Is a Laughing Matter \u003cem\u003e[Charles Fitzsimmons] \u003c\/em\u003e39. Expertise on Golf Instruction and Coaching \u003cem\u003e[Paul G. Schempp, Bryan A. McCullick and Collin A. Webster]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50577807638871,"sku":"9781138189126","price":204.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781138189126.jpg?v=1746096779","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/routledge-international-handbook-of-golf-science-9781138189126","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}