{"product_id":"the-science-of-rugby-paperback","title":"The Science of Rugby - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCraig Twist\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003ePaul Worsfold\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoaches, practitioners and medical staff working in the worldwide sport of rugby will frequently apply scientific principles to their programmes to inform the practice, performance, health, well-being and development of their athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book explores the scientific principles underpinning the preparation and management of rugby players in both codes and modified versions of the sport. Applied examples are also provided throughout to understand the practical application of the material in a real-world context. This new edition of \u003cem\u003eThe Science of Rugby\u003c\/em\u003e offers a significant contribution to the field of rugby science that will act as a useful resource to scientists, coaches, practitioners and students interested in rugby.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew chapters and key topics include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePhysical and psychological preparation for rugby\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlanning and monitoring of training\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging fatigue, recovery and nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffects of different environmental conditions and travel on performance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe mechanics of rugby techniques and injury\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYoung players and talent identification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsiderations for training the female rugby player\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModified rugby, including rugby sevens, touch, tag and wheelchair rugby\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo other book bridges the gap between theory and applied practice in rugby, from grass roots to elite international standard, and therefore this is essential reading for any student, researcher, sport scientist, coach, physiotherapist or clinician with an interest in the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraig Twist\u003c\/strong\u003e is Professor of Applied Sport \u0026amp; Exercise Science at Liverpool John Moores University, UK, and has primary research interests in the training and monitoring of rugby players. Craig is an accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist with the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaul Worsfold\u003c\/strong\u003e is Head of Biomechanics at the UK Sports Institute and Professor in Sports Biomechanics and Performance Analysis at the University of Chester, UK. His applied and research interests are primarily focused on optimising athlete movement and technology to enhance performance and reduce injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 278\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.62 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 05, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52707953574195,"sku":"9780367492113","price":122.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/D0TKGHbYad9780367492113.webp?v=1763420473","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/the-science-of-rugby-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}