Strength and Conditioning for Young Athletes: Science and Application offers an evidence-based introduction to the theory and practice of strength and conditioning for young athletes. Fully revised and updated, this second edition draws on leading research to offer a holistic approach to training centred on the concept of long-term athletic development and the welfare of the young athlete.


With 20 new authors and 8 new chapters, the book explores every key topic in strength and conditioning applied to young athletes, including:








Growth and maturation







Talent identification and talent development







Monitoring and assessment







Coaching young athletes







Motor skill development







Strength development and plyometrics







Speed and agility development







Metabolic conditioning