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**Book Title:** The Best: How Elite Athletes Are Made
**Publisher:** Nicholas Brealey Publishing
**Language:** English
**Format:** Paperback
**Pages:** 368 pages
**ISBN-10:** 1529304369
**ISBN-13:** 978-1529304367
**Item Weight:** 320 grams
**Dimensions:** 13.2 x 3.2 x 21.4 cm
**Synopsis:**
"The Best: How Elite Athletes Are Made" is a captivating exploration into the world of elite sports and the secrets behind the incredible performances of top athletes. Authored by A. Mark Williams and Tim Wigmore, this book offers unique insights into the journey to sporting greatness, encompassing factors such as origins, serendipity, practice, genetics, psychology, sports science, and cutting-edge technology.
Key features of the book:
- **Exclusive Interviews:** "The Best" includes exclusive interviews with renowned athletes, including Siya Kolisi, Marcus Rashford, Pete Sampras, Steph Curry, Jamie Carragher, Ian Poulter, Helen Glover, Ada Hegerberg, Elena Delle Donne, Joey Votto, and Mike Hussey. These interviews provide firsthand accounts of the athletes' experiences and perspectives
- **Performance Deconstruction:** The book deconstructs the exceptional skills and mental fortitude that enable elite athletes to excel under extreme pressure. It delves into the mindset of champions and examines their thoughts and motivations during high-stakes competitions.
- **Sports Science and Technology:** "The Best" combines insights from interviews with athletes and cutting-edge sports science research to unravel the mysteries of superhuman performance. It explores the role of sports science and technology in enhancing athletes' capabilities.
- **Exploration of Excellence:** By exploring the origins of athletic excellence and the paths taken by top athletes, the book offers valuable lessons for aspiring athletes, coaches, parents, and sports enthusiasts.
With gripping personal stories and an in-depth look at the factors that contribute to sporting success, "The Best" answers the question on every sports fan's mind: "How did they do that?" Whether you're interested in the psychology of champions or the science behind their achievements, this book provides a comprehensive guide to superhuman performance in the world of sports.
**About the Authors:**
- **A. Mark Williams:** A. Mark Williams is a renowned academic and one of the world's leading authorities on expertise and skill acquisition in sports. He has authored 18 books and written over 500 scientific articles on skill development and success in sports and other professional domains. With extensive experience as a scientist, author, educator, and applied sports scientist, Williams has worked with Olympic and professional sports organizations globally.
- **Tim Wigmore:** Tim Wigmore is an accomplished sports writer and the author of "Cricket 2.0: Inside the T20 Revolution," which received the Wisden Book of the Year award in 2020. He contributes to publications such as The Daily Telegraph, The New York Times, The Economist, the New Statesman, and ESPNCricinfo. Wigmore has received recognition for his cricket journalism and is known for his insightful sports commentary.
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