Book Description
Noted author, consultant and sports conditioning & training specialist Michael Yessis synthesizes years of cutting-edge physical training expertise into one easy-to-read and apply resource that will allow coaches and athletes at any level of play develop the physical skills and techniques necessary to excel in the game of basketball. Covers active vs. static stretching, techniques for improving jump height (with specialized exercises for jumping), techniques for improving shooting range and accuracy (with specialized exercises for shooting), techniques for improving running speed (with specialized exercises for running), improving quickness & agility, designing a personalized training program, and integrated training. Also includes special sections on nutrition and maintaining your training program. Large 8 ½ by 11 inch format with nearly 400 photographs. By Michael Yessis, PhD, Professor Emeritis at California State University and President of Sports Training, Inc.


About the Author
Dr. Michael Yessis is President of Sports Training, Inc., a diverse sports and fitness company in Escondido, CA, and Professor Emeritus at California State University, Fullerton, where he was a multi-sport specialist in biomechanics, kinesiology, and sports conditioning and training. Yessis has developed many unique, specialized strength and speed-strength (explosive) exercises and training programs. He has served as training and technique consultant to such teams and organizations as the Los Angeles Raiders and the Los Angeles Rams of the NFL, the Natadore Diving Team, and the U.S. Men’s Volleyball Team. He has worked with men and women athletes from the junior high school to professional levels. Yessis is a regular contributor to Muscle & Fitness and Peak Running Performance magazines, and has appeared on numerous regional and national television programs.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Noted author, consultant and sports conditioning & training specialist Michael Yessis synthesizes years of cutting-edge physical training expertise into one easy-to-read and apply resource that will allow athletes and coaches at any level of play develop the physical skills and techniques necessary to excel in the game of basketball.