Sports & Recreation - General

To mark the 10th Anniversary of Twin Cities Tai-Chi Chuan Studio as a full time, non-profit school, Ray Hayward conceived, compiled, edited and contributed to make this book, String of Pearls. Articles, memories, stories, and testimonials by Master T.T. Liang, Grandmaster Wai-lun Choi, Master...

The incredible story of GEORGE HAGGIS the "gatecrasher", whose determination and persistence enabled him to witness some of the world's greatest sporting events. The gate crasher always attempted to go to all the major events in Chicago, the US and throughout the world. He...

Winning isn't everything. It's becoming more and more evident: Parents and coaches are losing sight of the purpose and value of youth sports programs. Youth sports should be as much about developing social skills, understanding what it takes to become a leader, and learning...

Have you ever wondered how your favorite teams acquired their nickname; or the statistics regarding your favorite players. Power of a Name delivers the information right to your fingertips. Consider the Yankees: the origin of the name was actually an expression invented by Dutch...

The 4-3 Defense is one of the most popular defenses in football, and the 4-3 Over is among the most successful versions of this defense. We take an in-depth look at installing the 4-3 Defensive Front for your team, selecting players, and preparing a...

The elite phases of the Primordial Strength System. The culmination of Primordial Strong, Primordial Youth, Primordial Basic, Primordial Intermediate, Primordial Advanced Manuals.Author: Steven HelmickiISBN-10: 055729262XISBN-13: 9780557292622Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/05/2009Pages: 52Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.32lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.11d

A 2000 mile bicycle journey following one of the routes of the Underground Railroad, assisted by the kindness of strangers - "conductors" and "stationmasters" along the route. The adventure became a lesson in history and awareness, challenges, surprises and overcoming an unexpected personal crisis.Author:...

An understanding of the physical processes involved in throwing, hitting, firing and releasing sporting projectiles is essential for a full understanding of the science that underpins sport. This is the first book to comprehensively examine those processes and to explain the factors governing the...

Can we imagine a future in which physical education in schools no longer exists? In this controversial and powerful meditation on physical education, David Kirk argues that a number of different futures are possible. Kirk argues that multi-activity, sport-based forms of physical education have...

Across the full range of human movement studies and their many sub-disciplines, established institutional practices and forms of pedagogy are used to (re)produce valued knowledge about human movement. Pedagogy and Human Movement explores this pedagogy in detail to reveal its applications and meanings within...

Showcasing the very latest scientific research into paediatric exercise physiology, endocrinology, kinanthropometry, growth, maturation, and youth sport, Children and Exercise XXIV is a key text for all researchers, teachers, health professionals and students with an interest in paediatric sport and exercise science, sports medicine...

This book provides an up-to-date review of research and scientific knowledge in the field of kinanthropometry. This subject area is defined as the relationship between human structure and function and is exemplified in studies of growth and development, ergonomics, nutrition, human performance and health,...

This edited collection of papers presented at the 18th International Symposium of Biomechanics in Sport, highlights cutting-edge research material on sports biomechanics from many of the leading international academics in the field.Author: Youlian HongISBN-10: 0415513871ISBN-13: 9780415513876Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/29/2011Pages: 350Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.09lbsSize: 9.21h x...

Drawing together some of the latest research on the body and schooling, Body Knowledge and Control offers a sharp and challenging critique of modern day attitudes toward obesity, health, appearance and self-image.Author: John EvansISBN-10: 0415306450ISBN-13: 9780415306454Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/23/2003Pages: 270Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 9.21h x...

This important book focuses exclusively on the development of movement coordination in children, bringing together both cognitive and ecological-psychological approaches to the subject.Author: Geert SavelsberghISBN-10: 0415247373ISBN-13: 9780415247375Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/22/2003Pages: 288Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.08lbsSize: 9.24h x 6.20w x 0.55d

Modelling and Simulation in Sport and Exercise is the first book to offer an instructive reference in modelling and simulation methods for researchers and sport and exercise scientists. Based around a series of research cases, describing core theories in applied, practical settings, the book...

This book examines the response of the visceral organs to acute and chronic physical activity. Consolidating previously disparate research, the book sets out the physiology, function during exercise, pathology of disease, and role of physical activity in preventing and managing disease in the visceral...

The book has a broadly positive stance towards interactive technology initiatives and offers recommendations for promoting physical activity. This book is an essential reference for upper-level undergraduates, postgraduate students and scholars working in public health, and healthcare professionals.Author: Zan GaoISBN-10: 0367374498ISBN-13: 9780367374495Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Physical Activity and the Gastro-Intestinal Tract is the first book to explain the function and response to exercise of the gastro-intestinal system. Prof Shephard synthesises research to explain the physiology, function, pathology of disease and exercise's role in health and disease. Author: Roy J....

A cute little photo book that showcases the joy of Rugby and Ruggers. This photo book is a great little addition to your collection.Author: Peter SlaterISBN-10: 0359894151ISBN-13: 9780359894154Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/03/2019Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.10d

Robert Ornig brings you a stunning and inspiring photo anthology of bikes, and a humble cycle life. This book is sure to add some joy to your day.Author: Robert OrnigISBN-10: 0359882994ISBN-13: 9780359882991Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/28/2019Pages: 94Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d

A fun little photo book of men who love to enjoy the summer, swimming, and sun. A great little photo book of life and men for all to enjoy.Author: Peter SlaterISBN-10: 0359894224ISBN-13: 9780359894222Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/03/2019Pages: 72Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.17d

It is a story of Female Muaythai Fighters, which includes a brief history of Muaythai and people who practice itAuthor: Paul MetayoISBN-10: 0359779026ISBN-13: 9780359779024Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/08/2019Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d

All athletes go through trials and tribulations. Through her journals and stories, Chris gives some insights to coaches, athletes and parents on how to be resilient and overcome obstacles.Author: Chris CritelliISBN-10: 0359630227ISBN-13: 9780359630226Publisher: Lulu PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/05/2019Pages: 258Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x...

A look at how the Korean Martial Art Festival started and the primary players that made the event a success. There are bios of many of the presenters and many pictures.Author: Thomas GordonISBN-10: 0359562620ISBN-13: 9780359562626Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/02/2019Pages: 84Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w...

The history of karate and kempo in Japan is full of both external and internal interactions and multiple tracks as forces interactive with each other during the last 1,500 years. Karate, as we know it today it is of Okinawan origin. However the interaction...

After years of prodding from friends and former players (some who were both), Coach Ned Johnson writes his coaching memoirs, ranging from the most humorous to the most serious. Personalities include the players, the coaches, and others who helped Johnson enjoy two decades on...

A unique collection of over 300 photos recalling the final year of Oxford Rebels (1975) - the riders, the races, the champions. With references and photos of all the British League teams that year. Plus the results of the matches with individual riders' scores.Author:...

Pedals, Paws & Cobblestones is a unique and candid autobiography of one man combining his two biggest passions in life; cycling and dogs. This heartfelt account is of his enormous effort and the physical and emotional challenges he faced to raise much needed funds...

The author is one of Castleford's most dedicated supporters. His personal experience following the club stretches back almost fifty years. In addition, he has endeavoured to educate himself about the early yearsof the team's fortunes, not least the achievements of the 1930s and the...

Taking on the hardest bike race in the world was never going to be easy. Failure was always an option. Armed with bear spray and alone in the wilderness, breaking point was never far away. This journey provides a window into life on the...

Youngsters are playing a catchy game! The author shares his vision on teaching judo to children by describing his lesson plan. This book includes several lessons in which a limited number of judo techniques are practised repeatedly. The judo teacher can use these lessons...

Adrian Elson has been involved in the sport of Cyclo-Cross for over fifty years. During that time he's been a competitor; a commentator and he has also written about the discipline. In 'Commentary Connections' he profiles and interviews seven top riders - who have...

The author is a dedicated follower of Castleford Tigers in the sport of rugby league and has previously published 19 books featuring this club and sport in general. His full portfolio of books adds four fictional books covering animal adventures. This book is one...

My Dad's sister Iris couldn't get it in her head that men loved football and that they could be so passionate about it. Oh, and woe betide any woman that said she liked football. Iris would glare with astounding bewilderment that defied description. I...

This is a pictorial scrapbook of memories of speedway between the years 1974 to 1978- a collection of photos taken by journalist and trackside photographer, Keith Lawson. The photos have been scanned from rescued negatives that had long been neglected in a box in...

When Cyclone Daria hit our Devon small holding in the winter of 1989/90 my husband, John, and I lost everything. This total disaster actually kick started an amazing journey which took us from wet, muddy England to the land of my husband's birth -...

This book is the memoir of Kieran James, and details his experiences as co-founder of West Perth Football Club's unofficial cheer squad from 1984 to 1986. The book details "traditional", "hot" support for West Perth Football Club among teenaged supporters from middle-class and working-class...

Dixie Dean holds many English football goalscoring records, but never before has the inside story of his 37 Hattricks for one club, been told. A season-by-season analysis of an English football goalscoring record that will never ever be beaten.Author: Mark CuddyISBN-10: 0244559848ISBN-13: 9780244559847Publisher: Lulu...

"Daddy Let's Play!" is entirely based on the idea of parent-child judo in which pre-schoolers participate with their parent. Parents and pre-schoolers are introduced to the basics of judo sport through various exercises to prepare them for participation in regular judo classes. The author...

The author is a dedicated follower of Castleford Tigers in the sport of rugby league and has previously published 20 books featuring this club and sport in general. His full portfolio of books adds four fictional books covering animal adventures plus another book detailing...

Having won thousands playing 1 table SnGs & having coached players how to become SnG winners, I have always been dismayed at the standard of SnG poker books out there. The quality varies but they are all equally BORING! Poker is fun so why...

Charming village halls, selfless volunteers, race day raffles, stopwatches and busy dual carriageways. This book has it all, capturing the essence of a typical day at a UK time-trial event including all the quirky topics the British-invented sport brings. The contents will appeal to...

This book is a candid and humourous account of the author's adventures in sailing. It begins with his first experiences as a teenager with rowing boats in the North East of England. Later he describes the joys of sailing dinghies and cruisers in the...

When Brian's ex-wife warned him not to come back from the Play Off final in Cardiff saying it was the best day of his life; he didn't. But it almost was. As a self confessed glory hunter and lifetime fan of Stoke City, Brian...

At 54 years old, I cycled solo in twelve countries between the United Kingdom and Thailand. The journals I used contained blank pages, and I'd either forget to add details such as the places I stayed or who I met. So on my return,...

If you were the kind of person who can't stop making things and you'd made your own bicycle in your shed from unsuitable off-the-shelf industrial steel box section, the obvious thing to do next would be to embark on a solo, unsupported ride round...

The author is a dedicated follower of Castleford Tigers in the sport of rugby league and has previously published 20 books featuring this club and sport in general. His full portfolio of books adds four fictional books covering animal adventures plus another book detailing...

This is the story of Brighton's first season in the Premier League, but not from a purely footballing perspective. 'Away' captures the 6700 mile journey that myself and my 17 year old son Jacob embarked on to attend all 19 away fixtures. Family fall...

This logbook is designed to be the civilian marksman's constant companion, both on the range and at home. These pages contain information which will remind you of the principles of marksmanship. The log pages are carefully designed to allow you to record as little...