The Science of Judo
About this ebook
Featuring contributions from world-leading experts, the book consists of chapters on all aspects of judo performance, including:
- The historical development of judo and its physical, intellectual and moral role
- Physical preparation for competition, coaching and training strategies
- Skill acquisition, talent identification and development
- Nutrition and lifestyle of judoka
- Performance analysis and biomechanics
- Injury epidemiology and prevention
- Special considerations for female and young judoka
Clearly written and accessible, The Science of Judo provides upper-level students and researchers, and coaches and sport science staff working with judoka, with the most thorough and authoritative reference on sport science applied to judo currently available.
About the author
Mike Callan is a Principal Lecturer in Sport Development and Business at the University of Hertfordshire, UK and a European Judo Union Didactic and Scientific Expert. He has extensive experience in providing coach education and consultancy around the world. He is the President of the International Association of Judo Researchers and Secretary General of the Commonwealth Judo Association. Previously he was the International Federation Services Group Leader for Judo for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and Chief Executive of the Judospace Educational Institute. His PhD relates to support for judo players in an educational environment. He is a 7th Dan and was awarded the International Judo Federation Special Award for his services to education and research.
