Force: The biomechanics of training

Force: The Biomechanics of Training

Force is a biomechanics book built around the training process itself. In this book, Dr. Dan Cleather explains why understanding force is central to effective training and athletic performance, and how biomechanical principles directly influence the way training programs should be designed.

Rather than following the traditional, mathematics-driven structure of biomechanics textbooks, this book introduces mechanical concepts only when they are needed to explain training outcomes. The narrative is organized around how force is produced, expressed, and applied during human movement, with a strong emphasis on clarity and practical relevance.

Key biomechanical concepts such as force, impulse, rate of force development, power, and specificity are explained in a clear and accessible way, helping the reader understand how and why different training methods work. Throughout the book, Dr. Cleather also addresses and corrects common misunderstandings and oversimplifications that are widespread in the strength and conditioning field.

Written in short, digestible chapters and assuming no prior knowledge of biomechanics, Force is designed to make complex ideas understandable without sacrificing scientific accuracy. The book focuses on building a correct conceptual foundation, allowing coaches and athletes to think more critically about training decisions.

Force: The Biomechanics of Training is suitable for coaches, athletes, and practitioners who want a clear, evidence-based understanding of the biomechanical principles that underpin training, without unnecessary complexity or jargon.