Overview:
Fundamentals of Track and Field simplifies the learning and teaching process with clear, progressive instruction. 300 high-quality illustrations accompany the written material and show correct technique in sequential detail for each event. Throughout this attractive, reader-friendly book, you'll find special coaching tips to highlight key points.
The book covers
step-by-step instructions progressing from basic skills to intermediate techniques
practice drills to learn and master each essential skill
troubleshooting tables that list common technique errors and corrections
coaching tips to improve instruction and organisation
safety suggestions, performance standards and assessment tools.
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Contents:- Part I: Track Events
- Chapter 1. Sprints
- Chapter 2. Relays
- Chapter 3. Hurdles
- Chapter 4. Distance Running
- Chapter 5. Steeplechase
- Chapter 6. Race Walking
- Part II: Jumping Events
- Chapter 7. High Jump
- Chapter 8. Long Jump
- Chapter 9. Triple Jump
- Chapter 10. Pole Vault
- Part III: Throwing Events
- Chapter. 11 Shot Put
- Chapter 12. Discus
- Chapter 13. Javelin
- Chapter 14. Hammer Throw
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About the Author:
Gerry Carr, PhD, is a professor in the School of Physical Education at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, where he teaches biomechanics to PE teachers and coaches. During a noteworthy track and field career, he threw the discus for Great Britain in the Olympic Games.
An accomplished writer, Carr has published six books and more than 30 articles on sport and physical education, including Sport Mechanics for Coaches (Human Kinetics, 2004), which explains the mechanical principles involved in the performance of sport techniques. |
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