Athletic Ability and the Anatomy of Motion

By: Rolf Wirhed

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Paperback | 10 May 2006 | Edition Number 3

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224 Pages

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24.13 x 18.42 x 1.27

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This book serves as a bridge between biomechanics and the practice of sport. By providing a detailed analysis of movement, it helps readers understand the important factors for maximizing performance. Valuable coverage is provided on the general characteristics of bones, joints, and muscles, as well as guidelines for flexibility and strength training that provide a firm theoretical framework for effective training. From this basis, the book explores the anatomy function of different parts of the body and examines the types of movement important in sports activities.

The book's unique approach features a rigorous application of biomechanics to sport training.
Mechanics are related to the use of muscles in specific sports.
Coverage is both theoretical and practical, making the book useful both for academic study and as a training aid.
Highly illustrated format helps readers understand key concepts and important details.

Fully updated content provides the latest knowledge on the subject.
New illustrations and new, engaging text layout draw the reader in and bring important concepts to life.
Additional coverage has been added on several topics, including strength training.

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Preface	p. vii
General anatomy of bones, joints and muscles	p. 1
The skeleton	p. 1
Joints	p. 4
Muscles	p. 13
Muscles-nervous system	p. 22
Flexibility training	p. 31
Strength training	p. 34
Basic rules of mechanics	p. 38
Torque	p. 38
Definition of Work (W) and Power (P)	p. 46
Anatomy and function of the leg	p. 51
The hip	p. 51
Hip muscles	p. 54
The knee joint	p. 61
Muscles of the knee joint	p. 63
Lower leg and foot	p. 72
Strengthening the legs	p. 78
Anatomy and function of the trunk	p. 87
Spinal column and vertebrae	p. 87
Muscles of the back	p. 94
Exercises for the back	p. 95
Abdominal muscles	p. 98
Respiratory muscles	p. 104
Training the abdominal and back muscles	p. 106
Anatomy and function of the arm	p. 110
Group A	p. 112
Group B	p. 114
Group C	p. 115
The elbow	p. 119
The Wrist	p. 125
Sports mechanics	p. 133
Force (F)	p. 133
Centre of gravity	p. 152
Acceleration	p. 161
Impulse and momentum	p. 163
Circular motion	p. 166
Moment of inertia	p. 169
Applications	p. 178
Hints for stretching	p. 181
Stretching exercises	p. 181
Review of relevant bones and muscles	p. 192
Index	p. 211
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Athletic Ability and the Anatomy of Motion