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Geoffrey Platt

    Geoff Platt is an investigative journalist whose background as a former police detective grants him unique access to crime and defense matters. His findings offer fascinating reading, delving into records and utilizing contacts not typically available to authors. Platt's work is characterized by its directness and the compelling insights derived from his privileged position.

    The Science of Sport: Sprinting
    The Great Train Robbery and the Metropolitan Police Flying Squad
    The Complete Guide to Lifting Heavy Weights
    London Underground Serial Killer
    Beating Dyspraxia with a Hop, Skip and a Jump
    • 2015
    • 2015

      The Science of Sport: Sprinting

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Examines the scientific principles that underpin the preparation and performance of athletics at all levels, from grassroots to Olympic competition. This book offers a detailed analysis and explores the ways in which science has influenced, and improved, the sport of sprinting. It is suitable for students and academics, coaches and performers.

      The Science of Sport: Sprinting
    • 2015
    • 2014

      Brought up to date with new lesson plans and an extra stage to the programme, the expanded edition of this practical book explains Geoff Platt's simple, step-by-step exercise regime to help children with dyspraxia overcome their symptoms.

      Beating Dyspraxia with a Hop, Skip and a Jump
    • 2011

      Packed with information, tips, strategies and training plans, this is the definitive book for fitness professionals, coaches and sportspeople using or supervising the use of heavy weights. An essential publication in a discipline where poor instruction can lead to serious injury.

      The Complete Guide to Lifting Heavy Weights