Pacing individual strategies for optimal performance

Part I explains the biological and psychological underpinnings of pacing science, including the six commonly used pacing strategies that are discussed in detail throughout the book: all-out, positive, even, negative, parabolic and variable. Part II shows how to apply the science, offering pacing rec...

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Main Author: Thompson, Kevin G. 1966- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Champaign, IL Human Kinetics 2014
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Table of Contents:
  • Pacing science and philosophy. What is pacing?
  • Understanding pacing strategies
  • Physiology of pacing
  • Psychology of pacing
  • Adapting pacing strategies
  • Pacing applications for sport. Swimming
  • Cycling
  • Speed skating
  • Running
  • Olympic and Ironman triathlon
  • Rowing
  • Football
  • Squash and tennis
  • Basketbal