Recovery for Performance in Sport 1st Edition, Kindle Edition

Recovery for Performance in Sport encompasses the latest scientific research in the study of recovery and draws from the experience of applied sport scientists working with elite athletes in leading performance and recovery centers around the globe. Edited by members of l’Institut National du Sport, de l'Expertise et de la Performance (INSEP), this resource presents techniques and modalities for enhancing athletes’ recovery, optimizing training time, and avoiding overtraining. In Recovery for Performance in Sport, cutting-edge research and techniques offer proven strategies for enhancing the recovery process. Readers will learn the importance of structuring an individualized and evidenced-based recovery process to improve performance. This resource features case studies of international athletes and coaches, bringing additional context to the discussion of safe and effective recovery modalities and how to apply those concepts to specific sports. The depth of applicable content will appeal to professionals, athletes, coaches, and students. Ultimately, Recovery for Performance in Sport assists readers in improving the recovery process to help athletes achieve easier adaptation to training loads, lower their risk of overload and injury, and ultimately improve athletic performance. Read more