Book excerpt: This text examines the principles and practice of sport and fitness training. By drawing on the latest international research and analyzing a wide range of coaching practices, it helps to plan and implement programs to develop the physical capacities underlying an athlete's performances. The various sections of this book are structured in a logical sequence to allow the reader to understand, plan and maximize physical training for sport. This book is designed to be of interest to students doing courses in physical education, sports science and human movement.