Build a Better Athlete: What's Wrong with American Sports and How To Fix It by Michael Yessis (June 2, 2006) Paperback

by Michael Yessis

Are most athletes "naturally" born or should the phrase `practice makes perfect' be followed? The truth is that anyone can be a better athlete. What's Wrong with American Sports explores the ways all types of athletes are being trained and how they are not, by looking at different areas of technique and developing the player's physical abilities to perform. This book also answers a wide range of questions that anyone who might want to improve their running or playing ability.If you're interested in strength training, this book covers ways to maintain flexibility, improve breathing abilities and different forms of strength. Athletes can also improve their flexibility, which is important to help prevent njury. Any athlete can gain knowledge and improve in their sport by following the simple steps put forward for athletes and their coaches in this book.

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First published June 2, 2006