Designed specifically for young people, this manual contains a wide range of progressive practice drills to help them develop their fitness. Fun, educational and challenging, all drills are illustrated and cover the essential technical skills, including: agility speed peripheral vision body awareness strength and general fitness As well as easy-to-follow instructions, each drill contains information on the equipment needed, the space required, how to construct a safe and effective training session and how to organise the athletes.

This book (and sister volume for ages 7-11) builds on the success of the 101 Youth Drills series - over 65,000 copies sold of titles in this series since 1999 The drills are fully illustrated and easy to follow All drills specifically designed for youth players This brand new title fills a gap in the list covering these key sports skills, especially in the run up to the London Olympics when more children are likely to get the fitness bug

About the Author
John Shepherd is a qualified coach and sports journalist, writing for a number of health and fitness magazines.He has written a number of books for A&C including Shape Up, Ultrafit, The Complete Guide to Sports Training and 101 Youth Athletics Drills. Mike Antoniades is the founder and Coaching Director of Sport Dimensions and the Running School.

Reviews
'Will suit athletes and coaches of all abilities.' Athletics Weekly (April 2010)



Book Information
ISBN 9781408114834
Author John Shepherd
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 288g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 7mm