Fundamentals of Track and Field
Editorial Reviews
Book Description
Record-setting athletic performances happen by design, not by accident. Years of learning, training, teaching, competing, and coaching go into developing track and field champions. And it all must start somewhere.
Build a solid foundation for success with Fundamentals of Track and Field. This comprehensive text takes the guesswork out of learning and teaching the basics in all events, including often-excluded events like the 400-meter hurdles, steeplechase, triple jump, hammer throw, and race walking.
Written by former Olympic athlete and veteran coach Gerry Carr, the book presents
• step-by-step instructions progressing from basic skills to intermediate techniques;
• practice drills for mastering each essential skill;
• troubleshooting tables that list common technique errors and corrections;
• coaching tips to improve instruction and organization;
• safety suggestions, performance standards, and assessment tools; and
• nearly 300 high-quality illustrations showing correct technique of each event in sequential detail.
Fundamentals of Track and Field is the best book on the basics in each event. It is the starting point for all those who dream of one day winning a gold medal.
From the Publisher
"Fundamentals of Track and Field provides a systematic and friendly approach to the introduction of track and field fundamentals for physical educators, beginning coaches, and young athletes. This book is a must for your professional library."
Mark R. Guthrie Head men's track and field coach, University of Wisconsin at La Crosse 11 NCAA Division III indoor and outdoor national championships
"A great book for training and developing new coaching talent for track and field. Super for assisting young coaches in planning practices and seasonal training, and valuable for experienced coaches, too."
Mike Holman Track and field and cross-country coach, Lawrence Central H.S., Indianapolis, IN North Region Chair, USA Track and Field Men's Development
Fundamentals of Track and Field
Fundamentals of Track and Field,Gerald A. Carr,Human Kinetics Publishers,0736000089,Running & Jogging,Sports,Sports & Recreation,Sports Medicine,Track & Field,Track And Field Athletics,Track and field,Track athletics,Track & field sports, athletics
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