Springboard and Platform Diving

Springboard and Platform Diving
  • ISBN: 9781450424455
  • Author: Jeffrey Huber
    Format: Paperback
    Publication Date: 31st January 2016
Price: £25.99

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Endorsed by USA Diving, Springboard and Platform Diving breaks down the phases of each dive while providing expert instruction to improve performance. Author and internationally renowned coach Jeff Huber has worked with divers at all levels from novice to Olympian, for more than four decades. Now that lifetime of knowledge, analysis and expertise is distilled into Springboard and Platform Diving. The book includes high-quality photos, mental strategies and numerous drills and worksheets, making it equally useful for both divers and coaches. Along with detailed instruction, developmental drills and coaching tips, it contains in-depth coverage of teaching, using skill progressions and creating annual training plans for each diver.

Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 How Coaches Teach, How Divers Learn
Chapter 2 Forward Approach
Chapter 3 Backward Press
Chapter 4 Takeoff and Connection
Chapter 5 Position, Spotting, and Come-Out
Chapter 6 Line-Up and Entry
Chapter 7 Skill Progression: Putting It All Together
Chapter 8 Strength, Conditioning, Nutrition, and Recovery
Chapter 9 Creating an Annual Individualized Training Plan
Chapter 10 Mental Training for Practice
Chapter 11 Mental Training for Competition

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