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Routledge Health and Elite Sport - Research in Sport and Society

Name: Routledge Health and Elite Sport - Research in Sport and Society
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the complex connection between high performance sport and health outcomes with this essential text from Routledge. As the first book to critically examine these relationships, it provides a deep look into how elite athletic participation affects the wellbeing of individuals and their communities. This academic resource draws on diverse data and theories from sociology, developmental psychology, epidemiology, and physical education. It offers a comprehensive view of the benefits and detriments faced by athletes, coaches, and spectators alike. By analyzing real-world empirical data, the book addresses the realities of the sporting world, including talent identification processes and the impact on young athletes. Written by a team of leading international researchers, this volume is a necessary addition to any collection focused on sport, culture, and society. It serves as a foundational guide for understanding the physical and social consequences of pursuing excellence in competitive sports.

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Provides a critical examination of how high performance sport impacts long-term health outcomes for participants.

Integrates diverse academic perspectives from sociology, psychology, epidemiology, and physical education.

Analyzes the effects of elite sport on various groups, including athletes, coaches, and spectators.

Offers research-based insights into talent identification and the experiences of young athletes.

Examines both the positive benefits and the potential detriments of competitive sporting environments.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415708664
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 21 October 2014
Listed Since: 17 January 2014

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