Sports & Recreation - General

A story about starting out in the sport of Endurance Horse Riding in Australia. From beginner to qualified, to enter the national championship event. The highs, the lows and everything in between of learning a new sport as an adult.Author: Mindy DaviesISBN-10: 1367851556ISBN-13: 9781367851559Publisher:...

The Sport Business Future examines the impact of powerful changes on the business of sport, including human-computer interfaces, gene therapy and artificial intelligence. It focuses upon probable future trends, including the athlete of the future, corporate sport citizenship and environmentally friendly 'green' sport. The...

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Leisure And Recreation: A Study Of Leisure And Recreation In Their Sociological Aspects is a comprehensive book written by Martin Henry Neumeyer. The book explores the concept of leisure and recreation from a sociological perspective, discussing the various factors that influence how individuals spend...

""Man and Leisure: A Philosophy of Recreation"" by Charles Kestner Brightbill is a thought-provoking book that explores the concept of leisure and its importance in our lives. The author argues that leisure is not just a time to relax and have fun, but it...

A Cotswold Village by J. Arthur Gibbs is a charming and intimate portrait of life in an English village during the late 19th century. Set in the picturesque Cotswold region, the book captures the essence of rural England, with its quaint cottages, rolling hills,...

Indian Games by Andrew McFarland Davis is a comprehensive guide to traditional games played by Native American tribes across North America. The book provides detailed descriptions of over 200 games, including their rules, equipment, and cultural significance. The games range from simple contests of...

Physical Activity and the Abdominal Viscera is the first book to examine the response of the visceral organs to acute and chronic physical activity, in cases of both health and disease. Bringing together a previously disparate body of research, Professor Roy Shephard sets out...

First published in 1986. This book explores developments in the cinema, sport, holidays, gambling, drinking and many more recreational activities, and situates working-class leisure within the determining economic and social context. In particular, the inventiveness of working people 'at play' is highlighted. Drawing on...

Laboratory and Field Exercises in Sport and Exercise Biomechanics is the first book to fully integrate practical work into an introduction to the fundamental principles of sport and exercise biomechanics.The book concisely and accessibly introduces the discipline of biomechanics and describes the fundamental methods...

Author: Zhike ZiISBN-10: 1071622765ISBN-13: 9781071622766Publisher: HumanaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/29/2022Pages: 239Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.44lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.63d

This fully updated edition provides the most recent advances in cancer cell signaling knowledge combined with some discussion of the current challenges and prospects in cancer therapy. Beginning with an important section on cancer resistance, the main obstacle to effective cancer therapy, the book...

Explore the fascinating world of Native American gaming with Andrew McFarland Davis's "Indian Games." This meticulously prepared reprint offers a detailed look at the dice games and other forms of wagering prevalent among various Indian tribes. Delve into the cultural significance of these games,...

This charming volume offers a delightful collection of games of patience, illustrated with beautiful hand-drawn images. Written by Adelaide Cadogan, one of the foremost experts on games of patience in the 19th century, this book provides clear instructions and examples for a wide range...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

The 61st NUTS Annual. A statistical review of Britsh athletics in 2018 compiled by the National Union of Track Statisticians. Contents include UK all-time lists, records, results of major meetings and internationals, Peter Matthews's UK merit rankings, comprehensive 2018 lists for all age categories...

The benefits of lifelong fitness activity are enormous, but the United States seems to be experiencing a decline in health-related fitness levels. The information presented here will be especially suited to undergraduates in physical education methods classes or those with limited teaching experience, for...

The Exercising Female: Science and Its Application is the first book to provide students, researchers, and professionals with an evidence-based reference on the exceptional scientific issues associated with female participation in sport and exercise. Based on the latest research, and treating women as a...

Sports are not what they used to be. New publicly funded stadiums resemble shopping malls. Fans compete for cash prizes in fantasy sports leagues. Sports video games are now marketing and public relations tools and team logos have become fashionable brands. The larger social...

Designed to provide youth leaders with fun and wholesome recreation activities for children between the ages of 8 and 18, this handbook includes chapters on games, rainy day activities, dramatics, storytelling, songs, campfire programs, worship and devotions, and inspiration for leaders. Sheet music and...

With videogames now one of the world's most popular diversions, the virtual world has increasing psychological influence on real-world players. This book examines the relationships between virtual and non-virtual identity in visual role-playing games. Utilizing James Gee's theoretical constructs of real-world identity, virtual-world identity,...

Written by a number of expert scholars from around the world, including China itself, with the aim of extending knowledge and taking the cross-cultural study of PE and sport beyond the descriptive level, this book provides unique and up to date material. Subjects covered...

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...

This pioneering study is one of the major publications in the increasingly popular and largely undocumented area of circus studies.Through photographs and illustrations, Peta Tait presents an extraordinary survey of 140 years of trapeze acts and the socially changing ideas of muscular action in...

This important new volume brings together recent research by leading international ergonomists and sport and exercise scientists. The book presents a wide range of studies in occupational ergonomics, each utilizing techniques that are also employed by sports and exercise science research groups, and therefore...

The public sector is the largest provider of sport and leisure facilities and the biggest employer of leisure management graduates - the last decade has seen enormous changes in this sector.In this significant new student textbook - the first to investigate leisure management in...

Leisure Life is a ground-breaking study of men and masculinity. Focusing on the social networks and leisure lifestyles of a particular group of working-class men - 'the lads' - Tony Blackshaw argues that traditional social collectivities such as class are being superseded. Instead, leisure...

The question of illusion and reality - the relationship of representation and lived experience to the arts and to broader philosophical considerations - continues to be a central issue in contemporary performance.Author: Ric AllsoppISBN-10: 0415162106ISBN-13: 9780415162104Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/1997Pages: 140Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.78lbsSize: 11.69h x...

This book demonstrates how colleges might retain threatened varsity programs and expand sports opportunities for women students if they replaced the current commercial model with one that emphasizes student participation. This would benefit the college students who play varsity sports, instead of benefiting the...

Noted economist Douglas Vickers reexamines the relationship between economics and moral philosophy. That relationship, once very strong, is again the subject of increasing attention and discussion both within and beyond the academy. Vickers reestablishes the substantial bridges between ethical philosophy and economics. He addresses...

In June 1920, assessing the international significance of the revolutionary era that had brought him to power in Russia, Vladimir Lenin adopted a theatrical idiom for one of its most important events, the Revolution of 1905. "Without the 'dress rehearsal' of 1905," he wrote,...

The struggle for status within sport is a microcosm of the struggle for rights, freedom and recognition within society. Injustices within sport often reflect larger injustices in society as a whole. In South Africa, for example, sport has been crucial in advancing the rights...

Alternate Worlds is a Magic: the Gathering memoir written by Brian Schneider, one of the game's early R&D leads, about the fun and merit of growing up a gamer.Consider Alternate Worlds a love letter to Magic: the Gathering, to gamers, and to anyone who...

Tee Ball Myths & Solutions is a practical, easy-to-read guide for parents and coaches who want to make tee ball a fun and meaningful experience for young players. Too often, early baseball becomes frustrating or chaotic because of outdated methods and misunderstood goals. Veteran...

This cocktail book is a game changer. Relive the earliest days of Tour de France with a beverage featuring Bonal, a liqueur that was frequently chugged by riders to calm their nerves and leg cramps. Toast to the world's oldest international sailing contest, the...

The author's unique offering is a comprehensive guide to preparing anyone from age three to eighteen to ski. In addition to the standard areas of preparation such as outfits, appropriate ski poles (adjustable ones are more expensive but may be more beneficial to a...

Whether you're a die-hard sports fan or not, join us as we journey through an understanding of how hosting the 2024 Olympics will affect Paris, as well as how the city's distinct cultural, artistic, and fashion elements will be integrated into the Games.Inside this...

The Ultimate All-in-One Resource for Lower Body Training The Ultimate Fitness & Workout Exercise Guide: Full Lower Body Edition combines the content of 3 individual muscle-focused books into one massive, value-packed guide. Whether you're just starting out or looking to push your performance to...

Manual of calisthenic exercises is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres.As a publisher we focus...

In Sports and Play in Christian Theology, ten Christian scholars and practitioners explore sport and play from theological, biblical, historical, and pastoral perspectives.Author: John TuckerISBN-10: 1978711433ISBN-13: 9781978711433Publisher: Fortress AcademicLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/24/2020Pages: 234Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.07lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d

There is no such word as 'can't'The story of an ordinary English girl's zest for travel. In 1966 commuting to London from Essex day in and day out, Terri was determined not to follow the norm of work, marriage and kids without experiencing what...

Do you want to learn more about the Fantasy Premier League? Do you want to make the transition from "casual" player to a guy that will be known as "that Fantasy guru" among your friends?Are you ready to learn why Fantasy Premier League has...

Deer stalking and still hunting are two skills that in can take a life time to master but with this informative guide you can take your first steps to becoming a skilled marksmen. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and...

Camp Cookery is a book written by Horace Kephart in 1910. The book is a comprehensive guide to cooking while camping, and provides detailed instructions on how to prepare a variety of meals using limited resources and equipment. The book covers everything from building...

""Modern Chess: An Introduction To The Art Of Chess As Played By The Modern Chess Master"" by Barnie F. Winkelman is a comprehensive guide to the game of chess, designed to help players of all skill levels improve their game. The book covers all...

The Chess Workout takes you away from the spectators' gallery and onto the seat of the grandmaster himself, where you attempt to duplicate his thought process and his moves. In 10 exhaustively annotated games, you will get to experience the intensity and excitement of...