Sports Medicine and Science Handbook – Swimming

Author: (American) Costill, Margolis, Richardson, translated by Wen Yuhong
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Publishing Date: 2002-07-01
Features: This book is part of the Sports Medicine and Science series, and its English edition was completed with the support of the International Olympic Committee and the International Swimming Federation. This book on swimming is primarily written for swimming coaches, teachers, team doctors, and professional practitioners, covering content in the fields of biosciences, mechanics, and training. It also provides very practical guidance on the prevention and treatment of injuries and illnesses related to swimming. The central focus of the book is on the technical analysis of swimming, analyzing aspects such as propulsion, the four basic stroke techniques, and the role of kicking. It provides concise descriptions of the techniques for each stroke, supported by numerous technical illustrations. At the end of this section, it introduces some of the most cutting-edge information on starts and turns. Written by a sports biologist, a swimming coach, and a doctor, this book is a comprehensive work in the field of sports medicine and sports biosciences.