Sports & Recreation - General

Author: Tom Hammond, Mark StoryISBN-10: 1985901005ISBN-13: 9781985901001Publisher: University Press of KentuckyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/20/2024Pages: 224Format: Hardcover

Physical Education as a discipline has been transformed throughout history to respond to the needs of humanity, its versatility and adaptability arises from the immense possibilities of intervening in the expressions of man and its role in social dynamics is key to ensure the...

"Whenever I hear someone mention the year 1996, I immediately think of that magical baseball season in which a special group of young men won forty-three consecutive baseball games. But it was so much more than just those forty-three games. It was the culmination...

Charming description of 50 Nantucket birds covering a year's birding experiences.Author: Kenneth Turner BlackshawISBN-10: 1419630377ISBN-13: 9781419630378Publisher: Booksurge PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/12/2006Pages: 170Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.36d

To examine the social and cultural significance of the athlete hero in American literature, Robert J. Higgs turns to the works of Ring Lardner, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Thomas Wolfe, William Faulkner, Robert Penn Warren, Arthur Miller, and Tennessee Williams. Higgs views the...

Welcome to "Fuel Minds: Phase 7 Daily Physical Fitness Routines", where we embark on a journey through the multifaceted world of daily physical fitness routines. This phase will explore various aspects of fitness and wellness, offering you a comprehensive guide to achieving a balanced...

In "Fuel Minds: Phase 5: Breathing Exercises for Mental Clarity", we will explore the profound impact of breath on our mental fitness.Throughout this book, we'll delve into the profound impact of breath on our mental and emotional well-being, uncovering techniques and practices that can...

Tom McEvoy is a poker pioneer. Without his influence, the game as we enjoy it today wouldn't be the same. Five decades ago, he moved his family of five across the country to replace his career in accounting with a career as a professional...

As a child, Lou Dawson pored over his father's mountaineering books. So, after his troubled parents uprooted the family to live among Colorado's 1960s hippie counterculture, the obsessed teen seized the chance to explore the magnificent peaks. When he discovered the addictive rush of...

Feel the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat as you succeed and struggle with these amazing women who made history in sports. Women have competed in athletic events for a very long time, but it is only relatively recently that they have...

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Olympic Games with "The Olympic Games in Paris: A Summer for Champions in 2024." In this comprehensive guide, seasoned sports journalist and French native Granville Saucier invites you to experience the...

Imagine what it's like to make hundreds of decisions in just two hours on "live" network television with your work seen by millions of people. That's what a sports television producer does each time they sit in "the big chair." In 3...2...1... We're on...

Examines the significance of sports in the lives of diasporic Filipino Americans Organized sports have occupied a central place in Filipino American life since US colonialism began in the Philippines in 1898. For Filipino diasporas in the United States, sports are important cultural sites...

"MARTIN TRUEX Jr: In The Fast Lane & Beyond The Finish Line" invites you to embark on an exhilarating journey through the extraordinary life of one of NASCAR's most celebrated and resilient champions. With the masterful storytelling of author Melissa B. Quintana, this book...

Nourishing Dance: An Essential Guide on Nutrition, Body Image, and Eating Disorders is written with an insider's understanding of the unique needs and pressures of the dance world and the expertise of an eating disorder specialist, dietitian, clinician, and educator. This much-needed resource provides...

Are you ready to delve into the world of catfish angling and pursue the giants of freshwater? "Trophy Catfish Mastery" is your passport to thrilling adventures, offering a comprehensive guide to catching the biggest and most elusive catfish.From the introduction that explores why catfish...

Butler provides a comprehensive guide to the care and management of dogs, covering everything from breeding and training to preventing and treating common diseases. Through clear and concise language and detailed illustrations, Butler provides a valuable resource for dog owners and professionals alike.This work...

This textbook from the early 20th century covers the theory and practice of marine engineering, including engines, boilers, and other machinery on board ships. With detailed illustrations and practical advice, it is an invaluable reference for those working in the field.This work has been...

This training guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with...

This guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with this...

This training guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with...

This training guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with...

"Unique in its approach and really helpful with its information - this book is a must have for any owner" Written for the admirers, fans and owners of this wonderful breed, we are confident that you will greatly benefit from the techniques and information...

This training guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with...

Sedentary behaviour and poor eating habits are associated with the development of chronic low-grade inflammation, which is a metabolic process characteristic of several chronic degenerative and/or non-transmissible diseases (CNCDs), including cancer. For this reason, the scientific community has discussed the application of physical exercise...

"Unique in its approach and really helpful with its information - this book is a must have for any owner" Written for the admirers, fans and owners of this wonderful breed, we are confident that you will greatly benefit from the techniques and information...

This training guide is a truly unique and informative book which is full of reliable and time tested information - written for the admirers and owners of this wonderful breed. Easy-to-read and in-depth in its nature - you will thoroughly enjoy your experience with...

This book critically discusses the role of sports in nation branding and public diplomacy during the years 2020 and 2022, as the world was going through a global pandemic and health, economic, social, and political crises. The book argues that the use of sports...

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,...

A complete statistical record of the 25th European Athletics Championships held in Munich in August 2022. The book contains the full results for each event, the personal and season best performances for each participating athlete, world and area records going into the championships along...

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 winning or losing of a game often comes down to simply having mental toughness and the positive mindset. This book, in easy and simple terms, uses practical examples, techniques and the most up to date psychological neural tools that covers how you can...

Bridging the Gap ......captivates with real-life accounts of community college athletic glory since the 1936 Olympics--accounts that chronicle the significance of this link in the chain of success for so many people otherwise heading nowhere...Author: Steve CassadyISBN-10: 1652738010ISBN-13: 9781652738015Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/28/2019Pages: 406Format:...

"What difference does it make?", the corner-stone quote of Hillary Clinton preparing for an election. That same statement can be applied today when coaches want instant gratification bypassing basic fundamentals of the sport they are coaching. Learning the fundamentals of any sport is a...

When disaster strikes and the world as you knew it is thrown into absolute chaos, you will have to become many things in order to survive. One of those things that you must become, if you want to be able to defend your loved...

"THE ENLIGHTENED GAMBLER, The Heart and Spirit of the Risk Taker in All of us" guides the reader through the author's world of gambling, seduced by the never ending excitement in the "land of uncertainty". The book encourages readers to step past the superficial...

Author: Mark a. BeedeISBN-10: 1524503126ISBN-13: 9781524503123Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/07/2016Pages: 96Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d

Are you looking to try stand up paddling for the first time? Have you already paddled a few times and are now looking to purchase your own stand up paddle board? Do you want to safely introduce paddle boarding to your friends and family?...

Are you looking to try stand up paddling for the first time? Have you already paddled a few times and are now looking to purchase your own stand up paddle board? Do you want to safely introduce paddle boarding to your friends and family?...

Author: Roger LeggISBN-10: 1514464071ISBN-13: 9781514464076Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/04/2016Pages: 124Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.42lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.29d

Olympic Games are unique occasion where the best men and best women from all nations, all ethnic groups, and all shapes gather in one place to compete for top human achievements .This book tells the history of the games since its start in ancient...

Want to lose weight? Listen to the next pop-culture fad diet or exercise routine and you're bound to end up where most Americans are; done with diets, bored with working out, and out of options. But then David Beares, Primitive Health and Fitness Expert,...

FOR DECADES, ATHLETES HAVE BEEN A TARGET for companies selling everything from banned substances to several worthless nutritional products with the hope they will make the difference between winning and losing. At the expense of being misled, athletes have suffered irreparable damage from steroids...

This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.Author: AnonISBN-10: 144743174XISBN-13: 9781447431749Publisher: Read Country BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/04/2011Pages: 180Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.41d

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: J. C. CannellISBN-10: 1447453719ISBN-13: 9781447453710Publisher:...

This early collection on mountaineering includes articles that would be both expensive and hard to find. It contains a wealth of information on the early attempts to scale Mont Blanc, and includes photographs and histories of the brave men involved. This is a fascinating...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Peter AdamsISBN-10: 1446501132ISBN-13:...

Originally published in 1931. Probably the best book ever published on this subject. The author was a well known hunting man and breeder of Sealyham terriers. The well illustrated contents include: Historical References - Using Terriers with Foxhounds - Attributes of a Good Working...