Strength and Conditioning for Women in Team Sports

Strength and Conditioning for Women in Team Sports is a guide for upskilling S&C coaches working with female teams, addressing the unique requirements of reactive multi-directional sports and providing recommendations for creating a positive environment for success.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 22 March 2021
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd

As attention and funding for women's team sports continue to rise, it is essential to enhance our understanding of the support they require to excel in these higher-level competitions. Strength and Conditioning for Women in Team Sports serves as a comprehensive guide aimed at upskilling S&C coaches who work with female teams. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by women in reactive multi-directional sports, this book offers valuable recommendations for fostering a supportive environment that promotes success.

The main topics covered in this book include:

Preparing to Integrate into a Women's Team: This section provides insights on how to effectively integrate into a women's team, building relationships, and understanding the dynamics and culture of the sport.

Developing Relationships and Processes: It emphasizes the importance of establishing effective communication channels, setting clear goals, and developing processes that align with the specific needs of women's teams.

Testing and Monitoring Strategies: This chapter discusses the importance of testing and monitoring strategies to optimize performance and prevent injuries. It covers various testing methods, data analysis, and injury management strategies.

Building Databases and Creating Reports: It guides S&C coaches on how to create comprehensive databases and generate informative reports to track progress, evaluate performance, and make informed decisions.

Planning Sessions and Implementation: This section provides practical advice on planning effective training sessions and implementing training programs that cater to the unique needs of women's teams.

Injury, Illness, and Managing Return to Performance: It addresses the challenges of injury, illness, and managing return to performance, providing strategies for injury prevention, rehabilitation, and ensuring a safe and timely return to competition.

Experienced S&C coach Jools Murray, who has extensive experience working with women's teams, provides valuable insights and practical advice throughout the book. He not only covers session planning but also emphasizes the importance of soft skills such as communication and team relationships, which are crucial for success in women's team sports.

By enhancing our understanding of the support women's team sports require, we can create a more inclusive and equitable environment that empowers women to reach their full potential. Strength and Conditioning for Women in Team Sports is a valuable resource for S&C coaches, athletes, and anyone interested in advancing the development of women's team sports.

Weight: 528g
Dimension: 173 x 240 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785008320