High Performance Badminton

Aimed at all aspiring badminton players, 'High Performance Badminton' is packed with advice on how to improve your game, including an extensive section of tips from star players. Covering both the physical and mental approach, and nutrition, and with comprehensive sections on skill development, training, and tactics, this will be invaluable reading for players and coaches. ? Preparing the body ? Preparing the mind ? Nutrition and lifestyle ? Shots, movement and skill development ? Training for performance ? Tactical play ? Performance routines ? The role of the coach ? Tips from the stars AUTHOR: Mark Golds has over thirty years' experience as a badminton player and coach. He represented England U18s, and has around 200 Senior caps for Cheshire. He has won National, European and World titles on the Masters circuit, and in 2013 became World Champion in over 45s Mixed Doubles. He is a full-time coach of players of all levels, including International Junior medallists. SELLING POINTS: ? A comprehensive guide packed with advice on how to improve your game. ? Aimed at all aspiring badminton players and coaches. ? Covers both the physical and mental approach; training for performance; shots, movement and skill development and includes an extensive section of tips from star players. ? Fully illustrated with 53 colour images and 27 diagrams. ? Mark Golds is a highly experienced badminton player and coach. 100 Illustrations