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Tennis Injury Handbook

Professional Advice for Amateur Athletes

Allan M. Levy
3
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Pages
192
Year
2008
Language
English

About

From the authors of the classic Sports Injury Handbook, this top-notch manual of easy-to-follow tennis do's and don'ts is all you need to prevent injuries, treat common symptoms, and improve your conditioning, flexibility, and strength, so you can pick up the pace on your serve or unload a return that won't come back. Dr. Allan Levy's practical knowledge of tennis fitness is indispensable for players at every skill level-from absolute beginners to club champions.

Developed from his own experience treating recreational and professional tennis players, Dr. Levy's program features refreshingly simple stretches and exercises you can do on or off the court. For ease of use, the main part of the book is organized by area of the body. You'll learn how to recognize and treat injuries and determine when it is safe to play again. Packed with clear illustrations and practical advice, the Tennis Injury Handbook features:

* Specific training ideas to improve your game and prevent injuries.

* Easy-to-follow techniques for stretching, conditioning, and rehabilitation.

* Expert advice on what foods to eat before, during, and after playing.

* The pluses and minuses of a variety of tennis gadgets on the market.

* A complete guide to tennis injuries from head to toe-how to recognize them and how to heal them.

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