Sports & Recreation - General

This book is a collection of essays that capture the artistic voices at play during a staging process. Situating familiar practices such as reimagining, reenactment and recreation alongside the related and often intersecting processes of transmission, translation and transformation, it features deep insights into...

If you are a vehicle-supported adventurer, this InfoBook was written for you. While off-roading or overlanding, you will at some point need to raise your vehicle for one or more of the following reasons: - Change to your spare tire- Repair a tire -...

Within the evolution that the Japanese martial arts have had during the last centuries, survive techniques that were developed in feudal Japan for real combat, for war or for survival itself, an example is the Hodoki waza or escape techniques or release. The aim...

International sporting events, including the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup, have experienced profound growth in popularity and significance since the mid-twentieth century. Sports often facilitate diplomacy, revealing common interests across borders and uniting groups of people who are otherwise divided by history,...

How could a horse born and bred on a disused allotment by a rag-tag syndicate of twenty-odd members become the world famous subject of awards' winning documentary, Dark Horse and the star of a major, international film, Dream Horse? It beggars belief, but it...

This uproarious satire dismantles all things baby blue, and all things having to do with the sacred cow known as the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Pulling no punches, the author tackles subjects such as "What to coif your Child Comes Home...

From kayaking waterfalls to diving the deepest cave, the world of extreme sports is full of amazing records. In an early chapter book format, packed with infographics visually showing stats, readers will explore extreme sports' most exciting athletic feats. With a high-interest topic and...

Bucket list for retirementWhether you have a lot of plans for your retirement, or you just want to write down some ideas or goals to achieve this bucket list book is the ideal journal for you.Add To Cart NowA perfect journal to write down...

Sneakers are now a %%1 billion dollar business. There's money to be made in the resale market. This volume deals with the practicalities of your own business selling sneakers. Contains information on sneaker terminology, the basic method of selling, how to build an inventory,...

We've all seen him. The wild dancing guy throwing shirts at major sporting events from the Olympics to the NBA Finals. And we've all wondered..."Who IS that guy?" THAT guy is...Cameron Hughes. And yes...THAT is his job. For over 26 years, Cameron Hughes has...

This is a book for coaching filled with pre-game speeches for certain time through out the season.Author: Joshua A. PruittISBN-10: 8675200943ISBN-13: 9798675200948Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/18/2020Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.13lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.06d

The 26.2 miles that comprise every marathon course is the ultimate test of physical and mental endurance. While runners spend countless hours training their bodies for the rigors of the marathon, they often unintentionally neglect the psychological aspect of their training. Conditioning the mind...

If you want a better understanding of what happened in the wake of George Floyd's unnecessary death, take a look at Deborah Turner's unflinching debut collection of poems, Sweating It Out. In Sweating, Turner shows us the work behind discovering and breaking the rules...

The study and practice of diet and nutrition with the aim of improving the athletic performance of a human body is known as sports nutrition. It is mainly used in the training regimes of strength sports and endurance sports. A few strength sports which...

Physical education aims to develop physical competence in students. It also aims to provide knowledge of movement and safety as well as the ability to use these skills for performing a wide range of activities connected to the development of an active and healthy...

First published in 1970, The Lions and the Lambs profiles the best pool players of that time. It followed the release of The Hustler, a highly acclaimed-and financially successful film-starring Paul Newman and Jackie Gleason. Until 1970, there has been no book about pool/billiards...

Lieutenant-Colonel John Henry Patterson, DSO (10 November 1867 - 18 June 1947), known as J. H. Patterson, was a British soldier, hunter, author and Christian Zionist, best known for his book The Man-Eaters of Tsavo (1907), which details his experiences while building a railway...

Why should we exercise? When should we exercise? Why don't we exercise? The Psychology of Exercise separates fact from fiction, delving into key theories, ideas, and the impact of life stages on when, why, and how we exercise. It explores the barriers and motivators...

There are many who have played the game of basketball, but who can claim to be the greatest player of all time? Take a jump as we look together at Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Shaq, Kobe, MJ and LeBron. An...

Roger Federer: 20 Grand Slam WinsOn August 8, 1981, a star was born in Basel, Switzerland and the baby's happy parents named him, Roger Federer, not knowing the world stage was waiting for the star-studded kid.At the age of 11, Roger had all the...

Led by future Heisman Trophy winner Ernie Davis and legendary coach Ben Schwarzwalder, this group of hardnosed young men pushed their way to the top of college football in 1959. An improbable story with an improbable ending, where hard work and total dedication created...

Prepare to dive into the intoxicating world of horror with Jay's Horror Almanac, the definitive guide to half a century of spine-chilling movie magic, spanning from 1970-2020. This expansive almanac is not merely a collection of movie statistics; it is an epic chronicle of...

The Successful Spirit is a book about focus, drive, and determination, bu tit is also a book about balance, mindfulness, and common sense ways you can take control of your life by harnessing your inner-spirit. With this, you can perform at your best and...

It is hugely appropriate that this tribute to one of the City of Coventry's proudest symbols should touchdown between our year as UK City of Culture and the club's 150th anniversary year. It is much more than the story of a great rugby club....

Are you a good teammate? Do you try your best? Do you follow rules and play fair? From baseball to tag to cards, every game has rules to follow. Learn how to be a good sport by playing by the rules. Pairs with the...

This book presents a detailed analysis of the experiences of (minority ethnic) physical education (PE) teachers in both schools and higher education contexts. It examines and questions the lack of ethnic diversity in PE teacher education in high-income developed countries and suggests important new...

Dressage training: Background and Tips All riders, whether competing or riding for pleasure, want to have a tractable, relaxed and motivated horse when they are ready to get into the saddle. This depends primarily on the riders' understanding of training and training methods. The...

What does it mean to be a good sport? Teach students how to be fair on the field on the court and in life with this fun nonfiction reader. Includes a fiction story about teamwork an extension activity discussion questions and other helpful features.Author:...

"I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within. It is there all the time..." - Anna FreudINSIDE OUT YOGA is illustrated with dynamic yoga poses and filled with thought-provoking inspirational messages and journal pages to chart personal...

Synopsis This book is about the information that is needed to catch fish but more importantly it is about adopting the right mind set to help us be more successful fly fishers. There are many factors to be considered when trying to catch trout...

This Revised Edition of a classic work, "WEAPONS KUMITE" by Soke Tak Kubota, is intended to help student to improve the competitive skills as well as advancing their knowledge in Bokken, Tonfa, Shinai, Sai, Baton and Cane. The techniques included in this book are...

Soke Takayuki Kubota, member of the "Black Belt Hall of Fame" and founder and grandmaster of the International Karate Association, developed the Gosoku Ryu style, his personal powerful and practical, hybrid system of karate, and brings his vast knowledge and skill set to the...

The component of school education which focuses on psychomotor learning through movement exploration and play is known as physical education. It also seeks to impart knowledge regarding the health benefits of regular exercise and balanced diet as well as the risks associated with inactivity...

The author shares the life stories of Venus and Serena Williams, who charged onto center court in professional tennis at the end of the 20th century with a force never before seen in the sport. No other women tennis players have matched their strength,...

Author: RauchISBN-10: 0071836411ISBN-13: 9780071836418Publisher: McGraw-HillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/27/2005Pages: 240Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.08lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d

Author: Ra Jr. MartinezISBN-10: 0071832866ISBN-13: 9780071832861Publisher: McGraw-HillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/27/2008Pages: 242Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.09lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d

Increasing global physical activity levels is one of the most important public health goals of the 21st century. Physically active individuals present better sleep patterns, increased wellbeing and quality of life, as well as better physical function and fitness levels. In addition, physical activity...

A growing controversy in recent years has arisen around the use and abuse of Native American team mascots. The Cleveland Indians, Atlanta Braves, Washington Redskins, Kansas City Chiefs, Florida State Seminoles, and so forth--these are just a few of the images and names popularly...

Games figured prominently in the myths of North American Indian tribes, and also in their ceremonies for bringing rain and fertility and combating misfortune. In his classic study, originally published in 1907 as a report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, Stewart Culin divided...

The success of Disneyland as the world's first permanent, commercially viable theme park sparked the creation of a number of other parks throughout the world, from Florida to Japan, France, and Hong Kong. But the impact of Disneyland is not confined to the theme...

In the early nineties, a visionary special-effects guru named Marc Thorpe conjured a field of dreams different from any the world had seen before: It would be framed by unbreakable plastic instead of cornstalks; populated not by ghostly ballplayers but by remote-controlled robots, armed...

Martial Arts The Path toward Ultimate Excellence is revealed Discover how you can become more than you are now as a Martial Artist and in your entire life. For the curious person to the Seasoned Black Belt, this book will enlighten your mind and...

You may know how to bowl. Take a real look at how you can adjust Bowling adjustments head to toe. The secret to a powerful release. How to string strikes How to use your eyes. Lane play. How to pick up the 10pin. How...

4th Edition - If you are a fan of CrossFit you are going to love the WOD Handbook. All The Girl, Benchmark, Hero and Open WOD's are included and beautifully illustrated. It's the most comprehensive WOD guide in the world.Author: Peter KeebleISBN-10: 0368163458ISBN-13: 9780368163456Publisher:...

The Business of Sports provides a comprehensive foundation of the economic, organizational, legal and political components of the sports industry. Geared for journalism, communication and business students, but also an excellent resource for those working in sports, this text introduces readers to the ever-increasing...

Assessment has widely been acknowledged as a central element of institutional education, shaping curriculum and pedagogy in powerful ways and representing a critical reference point in political, professional and public debates about educational achievement and policy directions. Within physical education there remains significant debate...

How has theatre represented the rural? And how does a re-viewing of theatre of and in the rural help to build and complicate our sense of place? Theatre & the Rural explores the different ways in which theatre has performed the rural from the...

Have you ever had the urge to balance a pool cue on the end of your nose or manipulate a spinning ball at the end of your finger? Until now such feats have been confined to jugglers, basketball players, and other dexterously talented individuals.Did...

Broad-Sword and Single-Stickby R. G. Allanson-Winn and C. Phillipps-Wolley The Art of Fencing by Monsieur L'Abbat Close combat techniques from a bygone age For good value this book combines two excellent instructional pieces on the art of close quarter combat with edged weapons and...

The vast majority of student-athletes dreaming of athletic stardom won't make it to the pros. Yet, the discipline and skills they've developed while balancing a sport and academics make them ideally suited for satisfying careers elsewhere.In 20 Secrets to Success for NCAA Student-Athletes Who...