Training Secrets of the World's Greatest Footballers is a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to perform at the highest level.

Incredibly well-researched and loaded with modern-day, high-tech football insights from some of the most prominent practitioners in elite football. This is a one-stop manual for the recreational player wanting to train like a professional and learn the top secrets of the best players, and also a must read for avid sports fans. -- Tony Strudwick, Head of Performance, Wales national football team This book should be read by every coach, player, and parent ... an invaluable guide. * SoccerToday.com *

James Witts has a background in sports science, and is a writer for a number of magazines, including Cyclist, New Scientist, BikesEtc, 220 Triathlon, Runner's World, Men's Health and GQ. He is the author of The Science of The Tour de France, also published by Bloomsbury.

Introduction 1 The Numbers Game 2 Fast, Fit and Flying 3 Rapid Discovery 4 Managing Injury 5 Fuelling Peak Performance 6 Match-Day Fuelling and Supplements 7 Brain Training 8 Beat the Heat 9 Nurturing Nature 10 Pitches, Pads, Boots and Balls Epilogue: Future Football Index Acknowledgements Picture Credits