Youth Rugby

Youth Rugby provides an overview of the latest research evidence in relation to developing the youth rugby player, covering topics such as long-term athletic development, physical characteristics, fatigue and recovery, the tackle, psychosocial development, nutrition, and injury prevalence and prevention. It is essential reading for scientists, students, and applied researchers wanting to develop world-class, evidence-based programs for their youth athletes.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Youth Rugby is a comprehensive resource that provides a summary of the latest and most up-to-date research evidence related to developing young rugby players. The book offers an overview of the latest scientific research on key topics relevant to youth rugby players across different rugby codes, primarily focusing on league and union. It also assesses the quality of the available evidence and highlights the limitations of this research while identifying important future research directions.

The book covers a wide range of fundamental scientific topics related to pediatric exercise science, human physiology, youth athletic development, and high-performance sport. Each author is an experienced researcher in their respective discipline related to youth rugby players. The book is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of youth rugby development, including:

Long-term Athletic Development: This chapter explores the growth, maturation, and athletic development of young rugby players. It discusses talent identification, the physical demands of training and match-play, and the importance of long-term athletic development programs.

Physical Characteristics and Training Methods: This chapter examines the physical characteristics of youth rugby players and the evidence behind training methods to promote desired physical qualities. It covers topics such as strength training, conditioning, speed development, and injury prevention.

Fatigue and Recovery: This chapter explores the effects of fatigue on performance, recovery strategies, and the prevention of fatigue-related injuries. It also discusses the tackle, psychosocial development, nutrition, and injury prevalence and prevention in youth rugby.

The book is an invaluable resource for scientists, students, and applied researchers interested in developing world-class, evidence-based programs for their youth athletes. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles and practices that underpin youth rugby development, enabling practitioners to optimize training and performance outcomes for young rugby players.

Weight: 460g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367612474