The Science of Sport series is essential reading for students, coaches and performers, physiotherapists, club doctors and professional support staff working in sport. The Science of Sport: Squash offers both scientific research and athlete testimonials to show that squash is one of the most physically demanding, mentally draining, and tactically challenging sports in the world. Success in this sport requires extreme levels of fitness, optimal and specific strength, relentless psychological toughness, intelligent tactical prowess, and sublime technical proficiency. Key topics covered include: how sports science has developed in squash and how it is deployed by elite players and coaches; case studies and testimonials from some of the world's greatest players and coaches highlighting the value and impact of sports science in elite squash; sports science methodologies and interventions that all players and coaches can use to enhance the physical, mental, technical and tactical attributes required to succeed in squash; an overview of the principles and practice of sport science and how these impact on player development at all levels of sport; a detailed analysis of the latest ways in which science has influenced and improved the sport of squash. Of great interest to sport science professionals, teachers and students and squash players and illustrated with 38 colour photographs, graphs and tables.

A comprehensive, step-by-step guide for squash players who want to improve their game and benefit from advice on match tactics. Chapters explore what makes a winning player, explaining the vital roles of tactics, temperament and fitness. Exercises are suggested for both solo and pairs practice, and a separate section on coaching gives in-depth analysis of the different ways to improve a player's results.

For reference librarians and researchers seeking information on sports and fitness, this guide is an important first stop. For collection development specialists, it is an invaluable selection guide. Allen describes and evaluates over 1,000 information sources on the complete spectrum of sports: from basketball, football, and hockey to figure skating, table tennis, and weight training. Focusing on English-language works published between 1990 and the present, the guide thoroughly covers traditional reference sources, such as encyclopedias and bibliographies, along with instructional sources in print formats, online databases, and Web sites. To enable users in search of information on specific sports or fitness activities, chapters are organized thematically, according to broad- type aquatic sports, nautical sports, precision and accuracy, racket sports, ice and snow sports, ball sports, cycling, and so on, with subcategories for such individual sports as soccer, golf, and yoga. Within these categories, works are further organized by type: reference, instructional, and Web sites.

Squash is a popular racquet sport, which is played in an indoor court. This sport has evolved in isolation from its counterparts, which share some inherent similarities to sports like racquetball. The primary objective of this sport, both in the singles and the doubles form of the game, is to strike the ball, with a racquet, off the walled court. The shot must be played in such a way that the ball bounces off the floor exactly twice before it reaches the other player for a shot." Above you read the first sentences of Squash For Beginners. Squash For Beginners is a kindle book for those who want to learn the basics of squash. It covers a lot of basic topics including rules of the squash to tips on how to play better. Table of Contents: Chapter-1: Introduction Chapter-2: Playing Equipment and Clothing 2.1 Squash Balls 2.1.1 Pro (Double Yellow Dot) 2.1.2 Competition (Single Yellow Dot) 2.1.3 Progress 2.1.4 Max 2.2 Squash Racquet 2.2.1 Technical Considerations 2.2.2 Miscellaneous Factors 2.2.3 Racquet Restringing 2.3 Eye Wear 2.4 Clothing Chapter-3: Rules of the Game 3.1 Singles Rules 3.1.1 The Scoring 3.1.2 Warm up 3.1.3 Service 3.1.4 Return 3.1.5 Rallies 3.1.6 Hitting Opponent with Ball 3.1.7 Turning 3.1.8 Further Attempts 3.1.9 Interference 3.1.10 LET 3.1.11 Continuity of Play 3.1.12 Injury or Illness 3.1.13 Code of Conduct 3.2 Doubles Rules 3.2.1 The Scoring 3.2.2 Warm Up 3.2.3 Service 3.2.4 Return 3.2.5 Rallies 3.2.6 Hitting Opponent with Ball 3.2.7 Turning 3.2.8 Further Attempts 3.2.9 Interference 3.2.10 LET 3.2.11 Continuity of Play 3.2.12 Injury or Illness 3.2.13 Code of Conduct Chapter-4: Playing the Game 4.1. Basic Strokes 4.2. Service 4.3. Ground Strokes 4.3.1. Hard Low Shot 4.3.2. Drop Shot 4.3.3. Angle Shot 4.3.4. Good Length Shot 4.3.5. Side Wall Shot 4.3.6. Nick 4.3.7. Lob 4.4. Volley and Half Volley 4.5. Miscellaneous Strokes Chapter-5: Tactics and Strategies 5.1 Choosing the Right Stroke 5.2 Positioning 5.3 Strategy or Match Play Chapter-6: Tips and Tricks Chapter-7: Training 7.1 Biomechanical Evaluation 7.2 Flexibility 7.3 Core Training 7.4 Strength and Power Training 7.5 Endurance training 7.6 Nutrition 7.7 Recovery between multiple games 7.8 Rest Squash Glossary References