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The objective of this paper is to propose a periodization of the international policy between Québec and the United States from a framework of analysis developed by Peter Hall. This framework covers two levels of analysis : the first level is interested in public policy instruments, while the second focuses on the paradigm of public action. From these two main criteria, we propose a periodization into five periods. The first period (1867-1960) is characterized by the absence of structured paradigm and the virtual absence of instrument with the exception of a commercial and tourist office in New York. The second period (1960-1976), reflects a desire to develop Québec's largest presence in the United States with the creation of many instruments as the paradigm of public policy is gradually being built. The third period (1976-1980) is characterized by an awareness of the Québec sovereignists of the importance of the United States. This period is noted for a significant paradigm shift. The fourth period (1980-2001) is marked by the free trade turn. The last period (2000 to present) is characterized by the importance of the new challenges that extend the paradigm of public policy such as security issues after 9/11, but also the energy and environmental issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Nomos of the Earth, Carl Schmitt presents an account of the end of the epoch of European public law, and the state that it supported, which has received little attention. Yet Schmitt's account serves to illustrate broader issues involved in the periodization of international relations. This article begins by pointing out the comparative neglect of periodization in international relations before turning to a critical assessment of Schmitt's account in The Nomos of the Earth. It concludes by suggesting how Schmitt's flawed account can help us to understand the wider significance of periodization in international relations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers advice on combining strength and power training program for Australian Football League (AFL) players. It notes that the intensity of training for strength should be 80% of the one-repetition maximum (1RM) or higher and the volume should be 3-5 sets of up to 1-5 repetitions. It suggests that the intensity for power resistance training in lifting should be 30% to 50% of 1RM. It recommends the use of plyometric training for power to boost the capacity of an athlete to generate a higher force and contraction speed.

The present article critically reviews the applications to tennis of both the traditional and the contemporary models of periodisation and introduces the concept of tactical periodisation taken from football. The definition and key elements of this new periodisation model are highlighted and adapted to tennis. The possibility of applying tactical periodisation to tennis is suggested. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article focuses on effective planning and periodisation within player development. It explores scheduling trends in the modern game and how that scheduling varies with specific reference to a player's late junior or early professional career. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article looks at the development over the past years of junior tennis programmes. How the programmes have evolved and what should be present within a modernised player development training methodology. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]