As most of us can only imagine, the world of Professional Motor Sports driving requires fast hands and precise coordination, as well as stamina to endure long races. The fitness and training requirements of these athletes is just as demanding as any other sport. As a speed bagger, I know the difficulty and precision of eye-hand coordination and speed required to go full speed on a small (8x5 or smaller) speed bag. I also know the stamina required by the upper extremity muscles to keep it going for longer periods of time. I can only imagine the precision eye-hand coordination, and speed of movements required to control a vehicle going over 100 or possible 200 miles per hour. Fitness and training for this group is mentioned in the VRG (Vintage Racer Group) newsletter Page 16
One of the recognized fitness authorities in this area is Dr. R.S. Jutley, M.D,
who is a thoracic and cardiovascular physician. He is also a competitor at world championship level as a Rally Driver. Racing is his passion, and he published a book "Fit for Motorsport" in 2003 about the specific training and fitness requirements for his fellow athletes. (see the recommendation as a book to have in your motor sports library on page 17 of the pdf link above). This book has received positive reviews from those within the sport
Dr. Jutley has now updated his first edition and has published his Second Edition edition of MotorSport Fitness Manual. He had contacted me sometime ago about the speed and eye-hand coordination benefits of speed bag training and his belief that it would be an important part of a drivers training regime. I offered some insights and I'm happy to say that he has included them and endorsed speed bag training as a recommended activity for those within the sport.
The inclusion and recommendation of speed bag training in the book of a leading authority in MotorSports fitness could be a huge promotion for the speed bag and I'm hoping this may lead to some motor sports drivers to joining our forum as the word gets out.
The benefits of the speed bag can positively impact virtually every athlete in every sport. I am happy to Welcome the world of motor sports under the board.
One of the recognized fitness authorities in this area is Dr. R.S. Jutley, M.D,
who is a thoracic and cardiovascular physician. He is also a competitor at world championship level as a Rally Driver. Racing is his passion, and he published a book "Fit for Motorsport" in 2003 about the specific training and fitness requirements for his fellow athletes. (see the recommendation as a book to have in your motor sports library on page 17 of the pdf link above). This book has received positive reviews from those within the sport
Dr. Jutley has now updated his first edition and has published his Second Edition edition of MotorSport Fitness Manual. He had contacted me sometime ago about the speed and eye-hand coordination benefits of speed bag training and his belief that it would be an important part of a drivers training regime. I offered some insights and I'm happy to say that he has included them and endorsed speed bag training as a recommended activity for those within the sport.
The inclusion and recommendation of speed bag training in the book of a leading authority in MotorSports fitness could be a huge promotion for the speed bag and I'm hoping this may lead to some motor sports drivers to joining our forum as the word gets out.
The benefits of the speed bag can positively impact virtually every athlete in every sport. I am happy to Welcome the world of motor sports under the board.
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