Sport Manuals

Blazesports america has a complete set of sport manuals available to the public.

Sports for Athletes with Physical Disabilities: Injuries and Medical Issues

Sports for Athletes with Physical Disabilities: Injuries and Medical Issues Athletes with disabilities represent a fast growing group who are challenging old beliefs and assumptions about the appropriateness of sport participation training. Each year more and more opportunities in sport and physical activity are available for children and adults with disabilities. The benefits are numerous and with proper care and precautions many, if not most, can safely pursue active, sporting lifestyles. This manual presents the common medical issues and injuries confronted by athletes with disabilities and how to reduce their risk.

Track & Field

The coach of the track and field athlete with a disability must be aware of these rule differences
and, equally important, must understand the unique training needs of such an athlete. The
application of able-bodied training technique is often appropriate, but understanding adaptations
and modifications may also be necessary.

This manual intends to give coaches a fundamental knowledge base so they are able to expand on their current experience and be able to adequately meet the unique needs of the disabled track and field athlete with a disability.

Track & Field Strength and Conditioning

This manual provides the essentials of strengthening and conditioning within the training year guidelines, preparatory, competitive, and transition. Examples of weekly cycles for preparatory, which is broken into general and specific, and competitive training periods are also included as templates to create a more individualized training program if needed.

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Wheelchair Rugby

The purpose of this manual is to introduce the sport of wheelchair rugby and to help develop coaches and athletes. An updated and expanded version of the 1994 edition of the United States Quad Rugby Association (USQRA), the comprehensive manual highlights the unique skills and strategies of the game, and will help to improve practice sessions and competitive performances.