Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science: Canoeing

A new volume in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series from the International Olympic Committee, this volume Canoeing provides an accessible and comprehensive summary of the topic.

• Provides a concise, authoritative overview of the science, medicine and psycho-social aspects of canoeing
• Offers guidance on medical aspects unique to the training and coaching of canoe athletes
• The only book on this subject endorsed by the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Canoe Federation (ICF)
• Written and edited by global thought leaders in sports medicine

Keywords: IOC; ICF; International Olympic Committee; International Canoe Federation; Donald C McKenzie and Bo Berglund; canoe sprint; canoe slalom; wild water canoeing; canoe marathon; canoe polo; dragon boat; canoe freestyle; canoe sailing; canoe ocean racing; Canoe and kayak; Paddles; biomechanics; physiology; training; nutrition; psychology; Orthopaedics; injury prevention, Sports Science, Physical Rehabilitation, Sports Science, Physical Rehabilitation