Successful Coaching

Successful Coaching, the revised fifth edition, is a practical and useful resource for coaches that has helped over a million develop their knowledge and skills. Written by experienced coaches, it covers critical topics such as coaching philosophy, relationships, sportsmanship, and legal responsibilities. The book includes the latest research, best practices, and insights from successful coaches, and is endorsed by various sport organizations. It is also a recommended text for coaching education and certification programs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 408 pages
Publication date: 02 January 2024
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers

Successful Coaching has been a game-changer for over a million coaches, aspiring, new, and seasoned alike, as it has helped them develop and expand their knowledge of coaching to provide the best and most fulfilling sport experience for their athletes. In the revised fifth edition, author and sport psychologist Rainer Martens is joined by coauthor Robin Vealey, a longtime professor of sport psychology at Miami University (Ohio). Together, they bring to the text their knowledge and proficiency, gleaned from decades of personal experiences as coaches, athletes, and educators.

Successful Coaching will empower you to critically evaluate your coaching approach and cultivate the skills and wisdom to fulfill your diverse responsibilities as a coach. You will learn to:

Identify your coaching philosophy and coaching objectives.

Build strong relationships with players and staff, fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Nurture positive decision-making and sportsmanship to develop more mature individuals.

Coach athletes from diverse backgrounds, characteristics, interests, and abilities.

Teach and practice sport skills and strategies using the game-based approach.

Train, condition, and fuel athletes with sound principles and methods.

Organize and guide your team and sport program effectively.

Manage relationships with administrators, officials, parents, and media.

Minimize risk and fulfill your legal duties as a coach.

The fifth edition of Successful Coaching has undergone meticulous revision, in line with recommendations from the National Standards for Sport Coaches. This edition includes the latest scientific research in physical training and nutrition, as well as best practices, guidelines, and insights from successful coaches addressing today's most pressing topics of concern:

Mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and disordered eating.

Race, ethnicity, and diversity in sports coaching.

Technology and its impact on coaching and athlete development.

Communication and leadership skills in sports coaching.

Sport psychology and mental training for athletes.

Coaching ethics and professionalism.

Successful Coaching is a comprehensive resource that will empower you to become a more effective and influential coach. Whether you are just starting your coaching journey or looking to enhance your skills and knowledge, this book is a must-read for anyone passionate about sports and the impact they can have on individuals and communities.

Weight: 1098g
Dimension: 216 x 280 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781492598176
Edition number: Fifth Edition