The Science of Climbing and Mountaineering (Routledge Research in Sport and Exercise Science)

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This is the first book to explore in depth the science of climbing and mountaineering. Written by a team of leading international sport scientists, clinicians and climbing practitioners, it covers the full span of technical disciplines, including rock climbing, ice climbing, indoor climbing and mountaineering, across all scientific fields from physiology and biomechanics to history, psychology, medicine, motor control, skill acquisition, and engineering.

Striking a balance between theory and practice, this uniquely interdisciplinary study provides practical examples and illustrative data to demonstrate the strategies that can be adopted to promote safety, best practice, injury prevention, recovery and mental preparation. Divided into six parts, the book covers all essential aspects of the culture and science of climbing and mountaineering, including:

physiology and medicine

biomechanics

motor control and learning

psychology

equipment and technology.

Showcasing the latest cutting-edge research and demonstrating how science translates into practice, The Science of Climbing and Mountaineering is essential reading for all advanced students and researchers of sport science, biomechanics and skill acquisition, as well as all active climbers and adventure sport coaches.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Routledge
Publication date ‏ : ‎ 14 September 2016
Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 307 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1138927589
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1138927582
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 658 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 16.2 x 2.39 x 23.99 cm
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ India
Importer ‏ : ‎ Atlantic Publishers and Distributors (P) Ltd., 7/22, Ansari Road, Darya Ganj, New Delhi – 110002 INDIA, Email – customercare@atlanticbooks.com, Ph – 011-47320500
Packer ‏ : ‎ Atlantic Publishers and Distributors (P) Ltd., 7/22, Ansari Road, Darya Ganj, New Delhi – 110002 INDIA, Email – customercare@atlanticbooks.com, Ph – 011-47320500
Generic Name ‏ : ‎ Book
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Routledge Research in Sport and Exercise Science
Best Sellers Rank: #501 in Climbing & Mountaineering (Books) #619 in Sports Psychology (Books)
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