{PDF} Endurance in Sport (The Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine, Vol. 2) Roy Shephard, Per-Olof Astrand

Endurance in Sport is a comprehensive and authoritative work on all aspects of this major component of sports science. The book also embraces medical and sport-specific issues of particular relevance to those interested in endurance performance. The scientific basis and mechanisms of endurance – physiological, psychological, genetic and environmental – are all considered in depth. Measurement of endurance is extensively reviewed as is preparation and training for physical activities requiring endurance.