2007 NTCA Throws Handbook [Book] $19.95

Description

The 2007 NTCA Throws Handbook provides a wealth of information for coaches who want to help their throwers perform at their best. The 34 articles included in this book represent some of the best and brightest minds in the track and field community. The compilation of articles in this book addresses a comprehensive array of topics, ranging from both essential coaching guidelines and specific technical instruction in the five throws events to basic information on sports physiology and biomechanics. Collectively, the articles are designed to help coaches and athletes at all competitive levels. Featuring articles by several of America’s most outstanding coaches and sport scientists, including Gary Aldrich, Duncan Atwood, Mike Boyle, Jeanmarie R. Burke, Jeff Chakouian, Joe Donahue, Bonnie Edmonson, Matt Ellis, Jim Giroux, Mark Harsha, Larry W. Judge, Rob Lasorsa, Chad Moreau, Steve Myrland, Joe Napoli, James A. Peterson, Tom Pukstys, Robb Rogers, Mohamad Saatara, Al Schoterman, Paul E. Turner, Bruce Van Horne, and Mike Young.

Biography

Rob Lasorsa is president and co-founder of the National Throws Coaches Association; has served as chair of men’s shot development for USA Track and Field since 1994; previously, coaching stints at North Carolina State University, United States Military Academy, and Kent State University. James A. Peterson, Ph.D., FACSM, is a sports medicine consultant and freelance writer who has authored or co-authored over 80 books and more than 200 published articles on a variety of coaching- and health-related subjects. Among the books he has co-authored is Bill Walsh: Finding the Winning Edge with Bill Walsh and Brian Billick. A 1966 graduate of the University of California at Berkeley, he is a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. Jim was a faculty member at the United States Military Academy at West Point from 1971-1990. From 1990 to 1995, he served as the director of sports medicine for StairMaster Sports/Medical Products, Inc. Since 1997, he has been a contributing editor to ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal (“Take 10” column). He has appeared on several national television shows, including ABC’s Good Morning America, the CBS Evening News, and ABC’s Nightline. Since 1992, he has served as a fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish Foundation®. Jim and his wife, Sue, reside in Monterey, California.