Physiology of Sports Author:Thomas Reilly This is an examination of the major sports and the physiological demands of each presented by an international group of sports scientists. It will serve as a reference for sports physicians, physical educationalists, exercise physiologists, coaches and researchers. It gives information about acute and chronic adaptations to exercise with respect... more » to the peculiarities of each sport. Full consideration is also given to the fitness profiles of top performers and their training regimens.« less