Adventure Sport Physiology by Nick Draper

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Adventure Sport Physiology by Nick Draper

"...the most comprehensive adventure sport physiology book I am aware of; therefore, I recommend it wholeheartedly. " The Sport and Exercise Scientist, March 2009 This book provides students and professionals with a well-written, accessible introduction to the science underlying a variety of adventure sports.
".. probably the most comprehensive adventure sport physiology book I am aware of; therefore, I recommend it wholeheartedly." ( The Sport & Exercise Scientist ) "Well illustrated and clearly written, the book is particularly strong in the chemical foundations of nutrition and the production of energy for movement." ( Choice Reviews , July 2009)

Dr Nicholas Draper, Principal Lecturer, School of Physical Education, University of Chichester, Chichester, UK
Nick has considerable teaching experience in both the UK and the US. He is a qualified coach in kayaking and mountaineering and for three years was the performance planner for the British judo team. Nick's research interests include coaching and sports science support as they relate to the Adventure and Physical Education Domains.

Mr Christopher Hodgson, Senior Lecturer, School of Physical Education, University of Chichester, Chichester, UK
Chris is a fully qualified member of the International Association of Ski Instructors, a British Canoe Union Level V Coach and has taught and led adventurous activity programmes in North America, Europe, Africa and India. Chris' research interests include human performance during environmentally induced stress, the enhancement of adventure sports performance and the experience of adventure activities.

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ISBN 13 9780470015117
ISBN 10 047001511X
Title Adventure Sport Physiology
Author Nick Draper
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Year published 2008-11-03
Number of pages 456
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.