The Anatomy of Speed: An Evidence-based guide to Speed, Agility and Change of direction

While speed is often viewed as the defining characteristic of elite athletic performance, there remains plenty of misinformation and confusion about what speed truly is and how it can be developed. Speed is far more than seconds on a stopwatch—it is the result of multiple anatomical systems working together in highly coordinated unison, from the cross-body co-contractions of deep myofascial tissues to the pulsing contract-and-release cycle of the nervous system. The Anatomy of Speed is a resource like no other. Bill Parisi, the internationally recognized expert and founder of Parisi Speed School, delves deep into the physiological mechanisms of speed through in-depth interviews with top experts and researchers in the field. The text provides scientifically proven exercises and drills for developing speed that will help performance coaches and athletes more effectively maximize development of this precious attribute. Using detailed photo sequences, enhanced with anatomical overlays, you will understand the different manifestations of speed, the biomotor systems that drive them, and scientifically proven drills and exercises for developing these abilities: [list] [\*]Acceleration [\*]Maximum velocity [\*]Deceleration [\*]Change of direction [\*]Agility [\*]Maneuverability [\*]Speed-specific strength [/list] The Anatomy of Speed converts the science into practical application, allowing you to select the most effective drills and exercises, and tailor a training program unique to your athlete’s needs. The exercises—which are each designated as basic, moderate, or advanced—are organized by complexity and speed-related categories. Exercises aimed at improving range of motion and priming the nervous system set the stage for optimal results. Speed-specific strength exercises use equipment like free weights, medicine balls, and sleds to target important speed and change-of-direction qualities. A practical programming chapter helps you assemble it all into individualized training based on sport, position, body type, skill level, movement preference, and training history. Speed comes in many forms. It is a physical skill that can be developed and improved with targeted training and a solid understanding of mechanics. The Anatomy of Speed offers equal parts science, art, and practical application to do just that. CE exam available! For certified professionals, a companion continuing education exam can be completed after reading this book. The Anatomy of Speed Online CE Exam may be purchased separately or as part of The Anatomy of Speed With CE Exam package that includes both the book and the exam. While Speed Is Often Viewed As The Defining Characteristic Of Elite Athletic Performance, There Remains Plenty Of Misinformation And Confusion About What Speed Truly Is And How It Can Be Developed. Speed Is Far More Than Seconds On A Stopwatch—it Is The Result Of Multiple Anatomical Systems Working Together In Highly Coordinated Unison, From The Cross-body Co-contractions Of Deep Myofascial Tissues To The Pulsing Contract-and-release Cycle Of The Nervous System. The Anatomy Of Speed Is A Resource Like No Other. Bill Parisi, The Internationally Recognized Expert And Founder Of Parisi Speed School, Delves Deep Into The Physiological Mechanisms Of Speed Through In-depth Interviews With Top Experts And Researchers In The Field. The Text Provides Scientifically Proven Exercises And Drills For Developing Speed That Will Help Performance Coaches And Athletes More Effectively Maximize Development Of This Precious Attribute. Using Detailed Photo Sequences, Enhanced With Anatomical Overlays, You Will Understand The Different Manifestations Of Speed, The Biomotor Systems That Drive Them, And Scientifically Proven Drills And Exercises For Developing These Abilities: Acceleration Maximum Velocity Deceleration Change Of Direction Agility Maneuverability Speed-specific Strength The Anatomy Of Speed Converts The Science Into Practical Application, Allowing You To Select The Most Effective Drills And Exercises, And Tailor A Training Program Unique To Your Athlete’s Needs. The Exercises—which Are Each Designated As Beginner, Intermediate, Or Advanced—are Organized By Complexity And Speed-related Categories. Exercises Aimed At Improving Range Of Motion And Priming The Nervous System Set The Stage For Optimal Results. Speed-specific Strength Exercises Use Equipment Like Free Weights, Medicine Balls, And Sleds To Target Important Speed And Change-of-direction Qualities. A Practical Programming Chapter Helps You Assemble It All Into Individualized Training Based On Sport, Position, Body Type, Skill Level, Movement Preference, And Training History. Speed Comes In Many Forms. It Is A Physical Skill That Can Be Developed And Improved With Targeted Training And A Solid Understanding Of Mechanics. The Anatomy Of Speed Offers Equal Parts Science, Art, And Practical Application To Do Just That. Ce Exam Available! For Certified Professionals, A Companion Continuing Education Exam Can Be Completed After Reading This Book. The Anatomy Of Speed Online Ce Exam May Be Purchased Separately Or As Part Of The Anatomy Of Speed With Ce Exam Package That Includes Both The Book And The Exam. Cover Title Page Copyright Dedication Table of Contents Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1: The Many Forms of Speed Mass-Specific Force What Is Speed? Speed-Specific Warm-Ups Assessment of Strength-to-Weight Ratio Chapter 2: Systems of Speed Musculoskeletal System Nervous System Energy Systems Fascia System The Diaphragm Lymphatic System Chapter 3: Pre-Warm-Up for Injury Prevention Soft-Tissue Prep Fluid Dynamics Recruitment of Small Motor Units Chapter 4: Session-Based Active Dynamic Warm-Up ADW Versus Static Stretching Warm-Up Progression: General to Specific Chapter 5: Speed-Specific Strength Stronger Doesn’t Always Mean Faster How Strong Is Strong Enough? Measuring and Assessing Strength for Speed Strength Training Form and Technique Speed-Specific Strength Strong Enough for What? Chapter 6: Acceleration Phases of Acceleration Mechanics of Acceleration Acceleration Training Chapter 7: Maximum Velocity Elements of Maximum Velocity Maximum-Velocity Training Chapter 8: Deceleration Eccentric-Strength Training for Deceleration Controlled Multiplane Deceleration Deceleration Training Chapter 9: Multidirectional Speed Movement Vocabulary Movement Strategies Reactive Strength Foundational Strength Multidirectional Speed Training Chapter 10: Agility Agility and the Fascia System Agility and Flow State Agility and the OODA Loop Agility Training Chapter 11: System-Specific Recovery In-Bout Recovery Load Management Heart Rate Monitoring Sleep and Recovery Heart Rate Variability Recovery Modalities Chapter 12: Programming Menus References Index About the Author Earn Continuing Education Credits/Units "The Anatomy of Speed provides a detailed anatomical breakdown of various components of athletic speed, agility, and change of direction. It also includes expert training tips to improve performance, as well as examples of and guidelines for effective speed training program design"-- Provided by publisher "The Anatomy of Speed provides a detailed anatomical breakdown of various components of athletic speed, agility, and change of direction. It also includes expert training tips to improve performance, as well as examples of and guidelines for effective speed training program design."-- Résumé de l'éditeur In The Anatomy of Speed renowned expert Bill Parisi breaks down the various components of speed development, delving deep into the physiological mechanisms of speed and offering guidance for effective training and program design