Title: Table Tennis: From A to Z
Author: Dimosthenis E. Messinis
Edition: Athens, 2000
ISBN: 960-90743-1
Pages: 170 / Paperback
Price: $20 USD (+$6 USD for S & H)

The book consists of thirteen chapters*:

• The first chapter consists of a historical overview of table tennis and an outline of the characteristics of the sport and players.
• The second chapter covers table tennis equipment with an in-depth analysis of the special characteristics of the blade and rubbers.
• The third, fourth and fifth chapters give an analytical description of technique including the ball spin, grips, technical strokes and footwork. There are also some simple and complex drills for improvement of the technique for strokes and footwork.
• The sixth chapter is an extensive reference to serve execution and reception.
• The seventh chapter covers footwork, training and tactics for doubles.
• The eighth chapter is a presentation of the different playing styles and competing tactics. There is also a detailed description of tactical exercises both for offensive and defensive players.
• The ninth chapter covers the competitive profile of a table tennis player and provides an example of an annual training schedule.
• The tenth chapter includes methods for improving the physical condition of the player.
• The eleventh chapter covers some ergometric and technical tests, which can be used by coaches for the evaluation of the physical, kinetic, psychokinetic and technical skills of the players.
• The twelveth chapter describes the psychological preparation of the players as well as the relationship between the athletic psychologist, the coach and the players.
• The thirteenth chapter covers elements of nutrition, which are relevant to table tennis.

* It contains more than 90 technical and tactical exercises, more than 70 pictures and plenty of tips.

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