Lee E. Brown, EdD, CSCS*D, FNSCA, FACSM, is a previous President of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Board of Directors. In 2014 Brown received the NSCA's Lifetime Achievement award for his work with the Association. Brown holds both a master's degree in exercise science and a doctorate in educational leadership from Florida Atlantic University. Formerly a high school physical education teacher and coach of many sports, Brown is now a professor of strength and conditioning in the department of kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton. He and his wife, Theresa, reside in Buena Park, California. Vance Ferrigno is President of F3 Training Systems, LLC and is also a Nike NG 360 Golf Performance Specialist for the Cliffs Clubs overseeing the golf performance program. Ferrigno earned his bachelor's degree in exercise science from Florida State University and a Fellow of Applied Functional Science from the Gray Institute. His certifications include American College of Sports Medicine's Health Fitness Specialist and Health Fitness Director, National Strength and Conditioning Association's Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, USA Weight Lifting Club Coach, USA Cycling Level 2 Coach and Nike NG 360 Golf Performance Specialist. He resides in Travelers Rest, SC.
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Part I Training Essentials Chapter 1 How the Training Works Chapter 2 Athlete Assessment Chapter 3 Incorporating Mental Training Chapter 4 Speed Training Chapter 5 Agility Training Chapter 6 Quickness and Reaction Time Training Part II Training Programs Chapter 7 Developing a Customized Program Chapter 8 Baseball and Softball Chapter 9 Football and Rugby Chapter 10 Basketball and Netball Chapter 11 Combat Sports Chapter 12 Track and Field Chapter 13 Soccer Chapter 14 Lacrosse Chapter 15 Tennis and Badminton Chapter 16 Racquetball and Squash
Reviews
"Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is one of the books that I use frequently when designing training programs for my athletes." Allen Hedrick, MA, CSCS, RSCC, FNSCA-- Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Colorado State University at Pueblo, Author of Dumbbell Training "Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness is a comprehensive resource that will benefit all readers. The recommendations are backed by research and are easily adjusted to the needs of each athlete." Boyd Epley-- Founder of National Strength and Conditioning Association, U.S. Collegiate Strength and Conditioning, Coaches Hall of Fame, Nebraska Football Hall of Fame, Lindy's Sports Top 100 Most Important College Football Sports Figures of the Century