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A unique, thought-provoking examination of the world's most popular individual sport. Analyzing the latest research, studies, and player and performance trends, Tennisology explores the factors that affect training, competition, and on-court play. It's a fascinating read for passionate players, coaches, and fans alike.
List of contents
Chapter 1 Evolution of the Sport
Chapter 2 Court Lessons for Life
Chapter 3 Learning the Game
Chapter 4 Nature vs. Nurture on the Court
Chapter 5 Player Development
Chapter 6 Physics of Tennis
Chapter 7 Tennis Technology
Chapter 8 Trained Tennis Body
Chapter 9 Visualization Techniques
Chapter 10 Match Mind-Set
About the author
Thomas Rowland is the director of pediatric cardiology at the Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. He serves as a professor of pediatrics at Tufts University School of Medicine and was a past adjunct professor of exercise science at the University of Massachusetts.
Rowland is the author of two books, Children's Exercise Physiology, Second Edition, and The Athlete's Clock. He has served as editor of the journal Pediatric Exercise Science and president of the North American Society for Pediatric Exercise Medicine (NASPEM) and was on the board of trustees of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). He is past president of the New England chapter of the ACSM and received the ACSM Honor Award in 1993.
Rowland is a competitive tennis player and distance runner. He and his wife, Margot, reside in Longmeadow, Massachusetts.
Summary
A unique, thought-provoking examination of the world’s most popular individual sport. Analyzing the latest research, studies, and player and performance trends, Tennisology explores the factors that affect training, competition, and on-court play. It’s a fascinating read for passionate players, coaches, and fans alike.
