Sport conditioning has advanced tremendously since the era when a “no pain, no gain” philosophy guided the training regimens of athletes. Dr. Tudor Bompa pioneered most of these breakthroughs, proving long ago that it’s not only how much and how hard an athlete works but also when and what work is done that determine an athlete’s conditioning level. Periodization Training for Sports goes beyond the simple application of bodybuilding or powerlifting programs to build strength in athletes.
In this new edition of Periodization Training for Sports, Bompa teams with strength and conditioning expert Carlo Buzzichelli to demonstrate how to use periodized workouts to peak at optimal times by manipulating strength training variables through six training phases (anatomical adaptation, hypertrophy, maximum strength, conversion to specific strength, maintenance, and tapering) and integrating them with energy system training and nutrition strategies. Coaches and athletes in 35 sports have at their fingertips a proven program that is sure to produce the best results. No more guessing about preseason conditioning, in-season workloads, or rest and recovery periods; now it’s simply a matter of identifying and implementing the information in this book.
Presented with plenty of ready-made training schedules, Periodization Training for Sports is your best conditioning planner if you want to know what works, why it works, and when it works in the training room and on the practice field. Get in better shape next season and reap the benefits of smarter workouts in competition. Own what will be considered the bible of strength training for sport of the next decade.
Marco Sist (verified owner) –
This book represents and incredible source of information, science based, that every coach should use as foundation of his or her training program designing. I’ve followed Carlo’s seminars in Italy for 10 years now and I can say that his contribute to the book is far higher than the one a co-author could give. I highly recommend it to whoever wishes to take a step forward in understanding the strength training and periodization principles.
Stephen G. Vajda (verified owner) –
This belong’s in any serious athlete’s library. While my main interest is power lifting and the books main emphasis is getting strong for some other sport i.e. running, etc. I still found a lot of good information.
Luke (verified owner) –
In a current era of instant gratification with simplistic material being produced in mass quantities, Periodization Training for Sports, is a breath of fresh air and describes the tried and true method to athletic development. This book encapsulates the entirety of the training process and breaks down the numerous variables that one must take into consideration when constructing a training program. This text explains complex material in a comprehensible and intelligible way. From the weekend warrior to the elite athlete, Periodization Training for Sports is a must have.
BMCCARY (verified owner) –
If you are a personal trainer, Strength & Conditioning Coach, or just someone looking to learn how to develop your own workouts, then this book will be your best friend forever. This book provides not only an incredible amount of detailed science which can be understood by the laymen, but more importantly, if provides you with a practical understanding of how to realistically implement everything. I don’t think there is any other book currently on the market that goes into as much detail on periodization and program design as Periodization Training for Sports, Third Edition. Everything you need to know for training any kind of athlete is clearly explained.
Jeffrey Cottle (verified owner) –
The book explained everything from 0, in a very understandable way. There is so much info, that you might have to re-read some parts
Mattias Oman (verified owner) –
I consider it to be the bible when it comes to sport specific training, planning and peaking.
SERGEY YANTSEN (verified owner) –
Thank you. I liked this product.
Eric (verified owner) –
I train just myself in powerlifting, there are a lot of periodized programs out there but I wanted to understand the method behind it and personalize a good plan for myself. I’ve bought some books that are too simple and some that get to broad and technical. This book is about periodized resistance training for all sports but has just the right focus for me to be able to apply it too my own training.
Nick Rodriguez (verified owner) –
There’s a lot of useful information within these pages, but it’s just something that I need for class. I will definitely add it to my reference book shelf.
Anthony Spencer (verified owner) –
Appropriate for athletic and strength coaches. Quite dense and technically focused. It’s not a recreational read.
Dorian Rochowski (verified owner) –
must read for every coach working with professional athletes.
Tim R. (verified owner) –
Innovative training methods…if you train for events, you have learn the practices and principles in this book. I took Tudor’s courses at York and they were groundbreaking.
He has developed training schedules for Olympic teams around the world and every team as a whole improved substantially.
If you want to perform and peak for an event…Learn this book inside out.
MarCorps636 (verified owner) –
For any coach, trainer, or athelete looking to improve the way they train, this book is a must read. Bompa takes you step by step through the planning and execution of a system backed by a wealth of research. Regardless of the sport, this book will give you the fundamental knowledge to help athletes achieve peak physical preparedness.
Thanks, to everyone who helped put this book together.
Chul-Hyun Kim (verified owner) –
Nice and informative textbook. It is a bible for high performance training. Trainer and exercise specialist must read this book.
Kominato (verified owner) –
Al igual que cualquier trabajo de T. Bompa, este ejemplar se encuentra muy bien escrito, referenciado con investigaciones y con muchos ejemplos para poner en practica.
Libro totalmente recomendado.
eduardthethird (verified owner) –
This book is amazing, sugested for every sport coaches. I a lot to read but necessary to have if you don’t have an idea of training principles
Ahmed Salama (verified owner) –
Just a must have book for all kind of coaches for different sports. I really like it. But there is a not enough explanation about working on single side it isolate since its all about strength training. And I think its so important to include idea and work for corrections each side.
David R Miller (verified owner) –
Library resource