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There's more to sporting success than raw talent and the luck of the draw.Explaining the hows and whys of what a spectator sees and a competitor experiences, Justin Kemp and Damian Farrow explain the science behind sports performance. Alongside hardcore data, there are classic anecdotes,fascinating historical facts and bizarre bits of nerdy trivia. Whether your view is from the couch, the stand, or up-close-and-personal on the field, you'll be enlightened and entertained by what really goes on in the wide world of sport. And in case you're wondering, the not-so-scientific run like you stole something' is the authors' favourite footy yell.
Contents
1 Sensory skill in sport: There s more to it than meets the eye 2 Mind over matter: Inside the head of an athlete 3 Nature vs nurture: Are athletes born or made?4 On the edge: Sports in extreme environments5 It s a dangerous game: Injuries in sport6 Don t believe all you hear: Myths and controversies in sport