Soccer Anatomy

Kirkendall, who specializes in exercise physiology, provides soccer players and coaches with 79 exercises for supplemental strength training. Each exercise includes discussion of the muscles involved and how they contribute to proper execution and success on the field, with different levels and anatomical illustrations. The F矇d矇ration Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) warm-up is first presented, then exercises for arms, shoulders and neck, chest, back and hips, abdomen, legs, and whole-body training. He also explains physical and psychological demands on players, body chemistry and soccer, nutrition and hydration, and injury prevention. Annotation 穢2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)