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Sport conditioning has advanced tremendously since the era when a “no pain, no gain” philosophy guided the training regimens of athletes. Dr. Tudor Bompa pioneered most of these breakthroughs, proving long ago that it's not only how much and how hard an athlete works but also when and what work is done that determine an athlete's conditioning level. Periodization Training for Sports goes beyond the simple application of bodybuilding or powerlifting programs to build strength in athletes. In this new edition of Periodization Training for Sports , Bompa teams with strength and conditioning expert Carlo Buzzichelli to demonstrate how to use periodized workouts to peak at optimal times by manipulating strength training variables through six training phases (anatomical adaptation, hypertrophy, maximum strength, conversion to specific strength, maintenance, and tapering) and integrating them with energy system training and nutrition strategies. Coaches and athletes in 35 sports have at their fingertips a proven program that is sure to produce the best results. No more guessing about preseason conditioning, in-season workloads, or rest and recovery periods; now it's simply a matter of identifying and implementing the information in this book. Presented with plenty of ready-made training schedules, Periodization Training for Sports is your best conditioning planner if you want to know what works, why it works, and when it works in the training room and on the practice field. Get in better shape next season and reap the benefits of smarter workouts in competition. Own what will be considered the bible of strength training for sport of the next decade. Review: A masterpiece! - This book represents and incredible source of information, science based, that every coach should use as foundation of his or her training program designing. I've followed Carlo's seminars in Italy for 10 years now and I can say that his contribute to the book is far higher than the one a co-author could give. I highly recommend it to whoever wishes to take a step forward in understanding the strength training and periodization principles. Review: In a current era of instant gratification with simplistic material ... - In a current era of instant gratification with simplistic material being produced in mass quantities, Periodization Training for Sports, is a breath of fresh air and describes the tried and true method to athletic development. This book encapsulates the entirety of the training process and breaks down the numerous variables that one must take into consideration when constructing a training program. This text explains complex material in a comprehensible and intelligible way. From the weekend warrior to the elite athlete, Periodization Training for Sports is a must have.






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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 410 Reviews |
M**T
A masterpiece!
This book represents and incredible source of information, science based, that every coach should use as foundation of his or her training program designing. I've followed Carlo's seminars in Italy for 10 years now and I can say that his contribute to the book is far higher than the one a co-author could give. I highly recommend it to whoever wishes to take a step forward in understanding the strength training and periodization principles.
L**E
In a current era of instant gratification with simplistic material ...
In a current era of instant gratification with simplistic material being produced in mass quantities, Periodization Training for Sports, is a breath of fresh air and describes the tried and true method to athletic development. This book encapsulates the entirety of the training process and breaks down the numerous variables that one must take into consideration when constructing a training program. This text explains complex material in a comprehensible and intelligible way. From the weekend warrior to the elite athlete, Periodization Training for Sports is a must have.
M**6
This Will Revolutionize Your S&C Program
For any coach, trainer, or athelete looking to improve the way they train, this book is a must read. Bompa takes you step by step through the planning and execution of a system backed by a wealth of research. Regardless of the sport, this book will give you the fundamental knowledge to help athletes achieve peak physical preparedness. Thanks, to everyone who helped put this book together.
B**Y
Amazing
If you are a personal trainer, Strength & Conditioning Coach, or just someone looking to learn how to develop your own workouts, then this book will be your best friend forever. This book provides not only an incredible amount of detailed science which can be understood by the laymen, but more importantly, if provides you with a practical understanding of how to realistically implement everything. I don't think there is any other book currently on the market that goes into as much detail on periodization and program design as Periodization Training for Sports, Third Edition. Everything you need to know for training any kind of athlete is clearly explained.
E**.
Dense...in a good and bad way.
Dense...this book is full of useful information. However, I'd only recommend it to the highly knowledgable health and fitness professionals. I am not a fitness professional, only an athlete who likes to understand the reasoning behind different programs and apply them to my needs. I was able to follow a lot of the information in this book, but struggled to digest a lot of the information provided in the book. i want to sell my book, but know I'll regret it later as much of the information here is rarely discussed in your typical health magazines/websites/etc...For a non-technical athlete, I'd say it's still worth a look.
E**C
This is the book I've been looking for!
I train just myself in powerlifting, there are a lot of periodized programs out there but I wanted to understand the method behind it and personalize a good plan for myself. I've bought some books that are too simple and some that get to broad and technical. This book is about periodized resistance training for all sports but has just the right focus for me to be able to apply it too my own training.
A**A
Big reference
Just a must have book for all kind of coaches for different sports. I really like it. But there is a not enough explanation about working on single side it isolate since its all about strength training. And I think its so important to include idea and work for corrections each side.
T**.
Great Innovative Training book for peak events
Innovative training methods...if you train for events, you have learn the practices and principles in this book. I took Tudor's courses at York and they were groundbreaking. He has developed training schedules for Olympic teams around the world and every team as a whole improved substantially. If you want to perform and peak for an event...Learn this book inside out.
O**L
Empfehlenswert!
Das Buch bietet einen sehr guten Überblick über Periodiersung im Leistungssport. Das Englisch ist ohne Probleme Verständlich geschrieben. Viele Tabbellen und Abbildungen, und vor allem der Transfer und Beispiele zu wirklich fast allen Sportarten ist sehr interessant. Einzig der Umschlag wird schnell in Mitleidenschaft gezogen, aber damit kann ich leben.
S**E
Finalmente un libro serio!
Dopo tutti i libri spazzatura sull'allenamento che riempiono le loro pagine con le foto degli esercizi, finalmente un libro che tratta in maniera seria, scientifica e completa l'allenamento! Ogni capitolo è denso di contenuti e fornisce VERAMENTE gli strumenti necessari per comprendere i meccanismi che regolano e distinguono un buon allenamento da uno inutile/dannoso.
G**A
A must have
Entender sobre periodização é condição sine qua non para obtermos avanços com nossos alunos e clientes. É incrível como em tempos atuais muitos personais se basearem na máxima de “meu aluno de personal não é regular, então não tem como periodizar” já pensou se essa irregularidade é culpa sua? Dê propósito ao indivíduo, trace metas realísticas e periodize!
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Highly recommended
Great book to read sport science
M**R
Not a dummies guide. Excellent content
This is not a dummies guide and goes into quite some depth in regards to the how the energy systems in the body react under various conditions. That said if you have a good background in sport and are keen to further that knowledge to improve yours or your client's perfromance levels, this is an excellent book.
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