The Science of Gymnastics

Introduction Part 1: Physiology for gymnastics 1. Introduction, objectives and learning outcomes 2. Energetics of gymnastics 3. Cardiovascular and respiratory systems of the gymnasts 4. Fitness model of high level gymnasts 5. Training principles in gymnastics 6. Specific physical and physiological assessments of gymnasts 7. Diet, nutrition, supplementation and related health issues in gymnastics Part 2: Biomechanics for gymnastics 8. Introduction, objectives and learning outcomes 9. Linear kinematics 10. Angular kinematics 11. Linear kinetics 12. Angular kinetics Part 3: Motor control and applications for coaching and teaching 13. Introduction, objectives and learning outcomes 14. Spatial orientation 15. Laterality in gymnastics 16. Motor learning in high bar Part 4: Injury prevention and safety in gymnastics 17. Injury prevention and safety in gymnastics Part 5: Psychology and mental training for gymnastics 18. Introduction, objectives and learning outcomes 19. Task demands and career transitions in gymnastics: from novices to experts 20. Coaching 21. Parenting 22. Mental skill learning for enhancing performance 23. Mental skills assessment 24. Closing the circle of mental skills training Part 6: Interaction between physiological, biomechanical and psychological aspects of gymnastics' performance 25. The physiologist's point of view 26. The biomechanist's point of view 27. The psychologist's point of view