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Originally published in 2007 and now in its 3rd edition, this textbook was written with students and coaches in mind to explain important biomechanics principles in an easy-to-read and highly applied format.

The book contains 18 short chapters, with each commencing with an interesting sports-related question. The remaining chapter seeks to provide a detailed answer to this question, among others, showing how a knowledge of biomechanics is essential to applied sports and exercise outcomes. Industry relevance is at its heart.

It is written in relatively simple language that is targeted to high school and first year university students, yet ensures that the greatest scientific rigour is given to explanations and definitions. It has been translated into several non-English languages, so look for a version that suits you.

As of June, 2024, I have published over 220 scientific research papers, collaborating with scientists across 6 continents.

A full list of papers can be found on Google Scholar by clicking on this link or through Scopus by clicking this link.

In Australia:
Edith Cowan University (Australia)
Forrest Research Foundation
Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia
Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science
Australian Society for Human Biology
Defence Science and Technology Group of the Department of Defence
Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing, Queensland
Perth Glory Football Club
Footwear Industries Pty Ltd
Australian Institute of Sport
Western Australian Nurses Memorial Charitable Trust

1. Blazevich, A.J. & Nimphius, S. (2017). Biomechanics of Football. In: Soccer Science, T. Strudwick (Ed.), Human Kinetics, USA.

2. Blazevich, A.J. (2016). Stretching training and flexibility in sports. In: Sports Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: Integrating Science and Medicine for High Performance, D. Joyce and D. Lewindon (Eds.), Routledge: England.

3. Blazevich, A.J., Waugh, C. & Korff, T. (2012). Development of stiffness of the musculo-skeletal system during childhood. In: Paediatric Biomechanics and Motor Control: Theory and Application. De Ste Croix, M. & Korff, T. (Eds.). Routledge, UK, 96-118.

4. Blazevich, A.J. (2011). The Stretch-Shortening Cycle (SSC). In: Strength and Conditioning: Biological principles and practical applications. Cardinale, M., Newton, R. & Nosaka, K. (Eds.). Wiley-Blackwell, Chichester, UK. pp. 209-222.

5. Cronin, J &. Blazevich, A.J.  (2008). Chapter 10:  Speed. Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics in Sport, Ackland, T.R., Elliott, B.C. & Bloomfield, J., Eds. Blackwell Science, Melbourne Australia, pp. 177-190.

6. Blazevich, A.J. & Cannavan, D. (2006). Strength Testing. In: Winter, D.A., Jones, A.M., Davison, R.C.R., Bromley, P.D. & Mercer, T.H., Sport and Exercise Physiology Testing Guidelines: The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences Guide, Vol. 1. Routledge, London UK, pp. 130-137.

Without funding support, it would not be possible to do scientific research. I would therefore like to thank the following organisations and agencies for supporting my research:

International:
ME Research UK (UK)
Fonterra Cooperative Ltd and New Zealand Government (NZ)
Badminton World Federation (UK)
Spanish Sports Council (ESP)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (UK)
Headley Court Charity (UK)
English Institute of Sport (UK)
Nuffield Foundation (UK)
Drummond Foundation (UK)
IPRS Medical Systems (UK)
The Waikato Institute of Technology (NZ)
American Society of Biomechanics (USA)
Brunel University (UK)