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Record Nr.

UNINA9910787327503321

Titolo

Gymnastics [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Dennis J. Caine, Keith Russell, Liesbeth Lim

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Chichester, UK ; ; Hoboken, NJ, : Wiley-Blackwell, 2013

ISBN

1-118-35757-4

1-118-35753-1

1-118-35756-6

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource : illustrations

Collana

Handbook of sports medicine and science

Altri autori (Persone)

CaineDennis John <1949->

RussellKeith <1944->

LimLiesbeth

Disciplina

617.1/027644

Soggetti

Gymnastics

Gymnastics injuries

Gymnasts - Health and hygiene

Sports medicine

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science Gymnastics; Contents; List of Contributors; Foreword; Foreword; Preface; PART 1 INTRODUCTION; Chapter 1 The evolution of gymnastics; Gymnastics evolution from the performing arts; Gymnastics evolution from military training; Gymnastics evolution from the medical professions; Gymnastics evolution from the education professions; Gymnastics in the Olympic Games; Contemporary Olympic gymnastics; Summary; Acknowledgment; References; PART 2 GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT ASPECTS; Chapter 2 Growth, maturation, and training; Introduction

Growth, maturation, and development The curve of growth; Growth in stature; Patterns of growth; Development of shape; Biological maturity; Training and growth and maturation; Biological maturation and regular training; Sport selection; Further research; Summary; References; Recommended reading; Chapter 3 Endocrinology; Introduction; Hypothalamic-pituitary axes; GH/IGF-1 axis; Hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis; Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis; Hypothalamic-



pituitary function in childhood; Effects of physical activity on the endocrine system in prepubertal children

Hypothalamic-pituitary function in adolescence HPG axis in adolescence; GH/IGF-1 axis in adolescence; Stress response; Neuroendocrine regulation of appetite/satiety; Energy balance; Leptin; Ghrelin; Interaction of appetite regulatory systems and control of pubertal maturation; Future research; Summary; References; Recommended reading; Chapter 4 Skeletal health of gymnasts; Introduction; Factors involved in skeletal growth: sensitive period from childhood to adulthood; Mechanisms of adaptive responses of bone to exercise; Exercise as a stimulus for bone site

Specificity of gymnastics in upper and lower limbs Skeletal responses to mechanical loading at pre-, peri-, and post-pubertal stages; Differential effects of gymnastics on bone mass, density, geometry, architecture, and bone strength index; Bone mineral density; Geometry; Macroarchitecture: bone strength; Microarchitecture; Skeletal health of gymnasts after training cessation; Further research (with questions still to be answered or to be investigated); Summary; References; Recommended reading; Chapter 5 Energy needs and weight management for gymnasts; Introduction

Energy requirements for gymnasts Energy intake; Carbohydrates; Protein; Fat; Vitamins and minerals; Dieting and disordered eating in gymnasts; Optimizing energy intake and body composition; Recommendations for weight loss interventions in gymnasts; Further research; Summary; References; Recommended reading; PART 3 TRAINING AND PERFORMANCE ASPECTS; Chapter 6 Biomechanics related to injury; Introduction; A tissue response model related to gymnastics; Acute and overuse tissue failure in gymnastics; Mechanical loading of biological structures in gymnastics; Measurement of mechanical loading

Mechanical exercise stimulus in gymnastics

Sommario/riassunto

This new entry in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series, published in partnership with the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee, and endorsed by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), offers comprehensive and practical guidance on the training and medical care of competitive gymnasts. Written and edited by leading trainers, team doctors, coaches and other professionals with unparalleled experience in elite gymnastics, this book covers all the key aspects of caring for gymnasts, minimizing the unique risks these athletes face, and treating