No, My Brother, I Am My Brother
I was under my brother's age by nearly two years. His birthday is May of '54, and mine is June of '56. The moniker *ME TOO* came about since my uncle used to call me that because I was always trying to be just like my brother in everything. I started to beat him in basketball in junior high and high school. He was faster in shorter races, but I was faster in longer ones. That's when we built a relay team that has between ten and twelve national records. After that, I got quicker in the smallest distance. I'm not sure why, but we ended up competing against each other more than our rivals. I lost a lot of scholarships for reasons I'm still not sure of, but even though we broke both the national mark at Madison Square Garden and the relay team record at Spectrum, our greatest accomplishment as a unit was Jesse Owens awarding us our medals at Spectrum. You best have the Lord in your life because you will need God to help you with the decisions and choices you make. I was aware that tuition reimbursement was offered by Fortune 500 firms, so I know that no matter what happens in life, there is always hope for the best because of the Lord. That's the only way I can survive. I am grateful, Jesus! Then I end up developing life-saving products with two patents for Johnson & Johnson, saving lives. God is good. Thank you, Jesus. Witnessing a black man having the life choked out of him for ten minutes by a white policeman is one of the main reasons why I wrote this book, because I develop products that save lives and here goes the white man choking the life out of another black man for no reason.
Jhoon Rhee
Grandmaster Jhoon Rhee's words are enlightening and timeless. Whether you're a fan of Martial Arts or not, you'll definitely learn a lesson or two from his life principles and Martial Arts philosophy. Recorded in early 2017, our interview with Grandmaster Rhee was as refreshing as it was intriguing. With topics ranging from his humble beginnings in Korea, to his strong-willed devotion to the craft, and on to his passionate take on the intersection of faith and the arts - Grandmaster Rhee will check all your boxes.This book is a lightly-edited version of the audio interview which was released in April of 2017 for whistlekick Martial Arts Radio.
Teach Your Kids To Swim Breaststroke Bootcamp
FINDING IT HARD TO GET YOUR HEAD AROUND BREASTSTROKE?Teach Breaststroke or Correct Your Breaststroke - We Show You How!Unlock the secrets to mastering breaststroke with our essential Breaststroke Bootcamp Teaching Guide! Perfect for swim instructors, parents, and adult learners, our step-by-step instructions and engaging activities make learning and teaching breaststroke a breeze.Our guide is packed with drills and skills designed to teach better techniques or correct existing ones. From the basics to advanced techniques, you'll find everything you need to fine-tune every aspect of the stroke.Ideal for teaching your kids at home, leading formal swim classes, or coaching the next Olympic champ, our guide offers invaluable tips and exercises for success.Inside we cover: - Flexibility Training- Timing - Each Aspect of the TechniqueWhether you've been told you're not made for breaststroke or you're looking to take your skills to the next level, this guide is your ultimate solution. There is an easier way to learn breaststroke... Dive in with us and start building a better breaststroke!
Congenital Anosmia
"Congenital Anosmia: The Disadvantages and Advantages to an Athlete" delves into the significant impact of being born without a sense of smell on athletic performance. The book begins by introducing congenital anosmia, detailing its causes and prevalence. It explores the essential role of smell in daily life and sports, highlighting challenges such as compromised safety, altered nutrition, and psychological effects. The narrative also uncovers unexpected advantages, including enhanced focus and sensory compensation. Through personal anecdotes, studies, and experienced opinions, the book offers a comprehensive view of the condition. It provides practical advice for athletes, coaches, and support teams to adjust training and nutritional strategies, ensuring safety and optimal performance. By advocating for greater awareness and inclusivity, the book aims to inspire a supportive athletic environment where athletes with congenital anosmia can thrive and reach their full potential.The world of athletics is a realm where every sensory input, every physical capability, and every mental fortitude is harnessed to its fullest potential. Athletes train relentlessly to fine-tune their bodies and minds, seeking any edge that might propel them to victory. In this high-stakes environment, the loss or impairment of even one sense can have profound implications.
Running Events
This is the first book to critically examine the relationship between running events in local, national, and international welfare policy, their marketing and management, and the resulting social impacts.
Adventure(r) on two wheels
Join a mountain bike journey to Morocco's dusty shepherd trails in the Atlas Mountains and the steep climbs of the Belgian Ardennes forests. Experience the lonely expanses and exalted beauty of the Scottish Highlands, the gravel roads and paths of Germany and Jutland. Feel the pressure to catch the train over the Great Belt during the Danish road race: Race Around Denmark. Endless hours in the saddle, with time to rejoice in life, the body's capabilities, and the world's wondrous grandeur, are transformed in Morten's lectures into engaging, humorous, and present observations. Stories of adventure and the joy of venturing into the unknown are complemented by reflections on life's small and large events, creating a magical universe that will resonate with both cycling enthusiasts and those who appreciate a well-told story. As an active participant on the Danish and international ultra scene since the turn of the millennium, Morten Kj疆rsgaard draws on many years of experiences and adventures in this lecture about the marvelous world of ultracycling.
Basic knowledge of sports policy
The EURO 2024 will be accompanied by political issues in the media and the public. Similar tendencies can be observed in winter sports. Competition between liberal democracies and autocratic systems with the aim of international prestige is nothing new. Major sporting events and sport have great symbolic power. Sport has a political dimension. A distinction must be made between two dimensions of sport policy: the use of sport for political interests and the promotion and organization of sport. Sport in general plays a role in society, as a component of cultural life in popular sport, elite sport, public sport, health sport and as a leisure activity.
Nutritional basis of hypertrophy training
The book Nutritional bases of hypertrophy training aims to elucidate the main nutritional agents that, according to scientific studies, are capable of helping the process of gaining muscle mass in conjunction with bodybuilding and other strength exercises. The authors summarise the information in such a way as to provide a fluid reading that promotes knowledge about the main adjuncts to the binomial of nutrition and physical exercise. In addition to the role of dietary macronutrients, we also cover chapters on the most commonly used supplements in the muscle hypertrophy process, scientifically characterising the degree of evidence for these supplements. Happy reading!
Leadership in Sport Governance
This is a concise introduction to leadership and governance theory and how they are applied in sport. Presenting a series of case studies from around the world, the book offers a detailed guide to best practice in the leadership of sport boards and organisations. Drawing on cutting-edge research, the book sets out the core concepts and principles of good leadership and good governance, explaining their importance in an era in which sport organisations have become increasingly bound by legal frameworks and subject to greater calls for accountability from wider society. The book analyses the key issues related to leadership in sport governance, including leadership styles with a focus on authentic leadership; intra-group dynamics; managing conflict and trust; leading in multi-layered networks; strategic leadership; and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); and it considers the differing requirements of sport leadership in different geographical locations, under varying challenges and pressures. Full of illuminating cases, data and examples, this is an invaluable reading for any course in sport business and management and a useful primer for any sport business professional looking to improve their professional knowledge.
Reflexivity and Change in Adaptive Physical Activity
This provocative and challenging book argues for the vital importance of critical self-reflexion in the field of adaptive physical activity (APA).
The Shikoku Pilgrimage
This guidebook has been written for travellers intending to visit the 88 temples of the Shikoku pilgrimage or even walk the entire pilgrimage. In addition to the history of the temples, it covers in detail the routes between the temples, provides additional information on how to prepare and organise the pilgrimage and adds cultural and historic background.
Psychophysiological stress in U17 soccer players
In the context of sport, athletes are constantly subjected to various types of pressure, both external and internal. Depending on the athlete's individual perception, internal pressures and external pressures can become stress factors. In other words, a certain situation may be considered a stress factor for some athletes, but not for others. This is because the perception of stress depends on the assessment of demand, the quality of resources and the experience that the individual has to deal with each situation. Considering the growing participation of children and young people in performance sport, the aim of this study was to analyze the relationship between the stress (psychological and physiological) of U17 field soccer athletes in training and competition situations. The results of this study are intended to shed more light on the states and symptoms of competitive stress for all those involved in grassroots sports, and to provide a basis for future studies on this subject.
Maximum Strength and Cross Training in Series and Parallel on Speed
To meet the purpose the study by the investigator chosen 45 women volunteered healthy, untrained women students age between 17 and 20 years from CSSR & SRRM Degree College Kamalapuram, YSR (D), AP, India. The volunteered clients randomly assigned to series group (n=15) parallel group (n=15) and group III (n=15) served as controls. In This study the training regimen includes 4 days/week/12 weeks in series and parallel methods. The selected speed parameters were measured pre and after 12 weeks of training program. The study has concluded that the series and parallel group methods have significantly improved speed parameters has compare to control group further it concludes that the note worthy variations on selected speed parameters were observed between experimental groups.
A Serious Cyclists Guide to San Francisco and Beyond
Some of the most beautiful and challenging world-class rides for a serious cyclist are found in the San Francisco Bay Area of California, USA. What is a serious cyclist? Anyone who rides and loves bicycles and bicycling enough to continually and enthusiastically devote time, energy, and money towards the pursuit of cycling, in any of its facets, from racing to road and mountain biking and more. Of course, tourists and commuters qualify! A serious cyclist is anyone who rides regularly, as a necessity or for leisure and someone who revels in the cycling adventures that become their stories of athletic self-challenge and personal achievement. A Serious Cyclist's Guide to San Francisco and Beyond is a comprehensive and easy to use guide intended for cyclists everywhere, presenting maps and detailed descriptions for 16 memorable road bike rides in the San Francisco Bay Area - covering about 900 miles and including over 59,000 feet of climbing. Geographically, the courses are situated within San Francisco, along the Marin and San Mateo County coasts, and through the suburbs and parklands east of Berkeley, Oakland and San Jose. This set of rides complements the many familiar North Bay wine country rides found in Napa County and Sonoma County.
SKI BUM LARGE PRINT Special Edition
DEBUT NovelA flunking college student drops out to chase a dream of traveling west to live the ski bum life. In Colorado Jimmy finds a home amongst a group of like-minded, often degenerate, ski bums whose lives of adventure seem far more appealing than what he left behind. At Silver Mountain, Jimmy realizes a ski town is the ideal place for young people to raise a middle finger to societal norms and do as they please. Jimmy and crew live a spontaneous life of partying, hot tub poaching & illicit sledding; living scrappy and poor in a place where rich people vacation. In the sport he loves and its accompanying culture, Jimmy is chasing a high. He questions whether he's come to the mountains to experience just a taste or to succumb to it completely, all while trying not to fall victim to the excesses of resort life. When an impromptu road trip turns catastrophic, Jimmy's relationships and newfound sense of freedom are strained to a breaking point. As ski season becomes spring, Jimmy struggles to find his own path forward-if there is a path at all.
Sport, Forced Migration and the 'Refugee Crisis'
Drawing on original research, this book looks at what sport can tell us about the social processes, patterns and outcomes of forced migration and the 'refugee crisis'.
The World Middleweight Punchers Hall of Fame
This book contains a select group of middleweight power punchers from around the world.The list starts with Bob Fitzsimmons, an 1890's British born middleweight champion who won the heavyweight title from Jim Corbett in 1897.Stanley Ketchel was the next great power puncher who met a tragic death in 1910.The 1940s brought us the colorful champion Rocky Graziano, and the 1950s gave us the Argentine powerhouse Eduardo Lausse.The big puncher in the 1960s was Cuba's Florentino Fernandez.The 1970's middleweight power punchers included Philadelphia's Bennie Briscoe and Eugene "Cyclone" Hart.The 1980's big punchers were champions Thomas Hearns, Marvin Hagler, and Julian Jackson of the Virgin Islands.The 1990's power punchers were Gerald McClellan and England's Nigel Benn.The latest great power puncher was Kazakhstan's Gennady (GGG) Golovkin.
Develop Your Competitive Edge
Unlock your full potential and rise above the competition with "Develop Your Competitive Edge". This comprehensive guide delves into the strategies and mindsets that set high achievers apart in today's fast-paced, ever-evolving world. Drawing on cutting-edge research, real-life case studies, and practical exercises, this book equips you with the tools to enhance your skills, foster innovation, and navigate challenges with confidence. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or aspiring professional, "Develop Your Competitive Edge" provides the insights and techniques to stay ahead of the curve and achieve lasting success in your field. Here's a little of what you'll discover inside this book: - Setting Ambitious but Achievable Goals - Developing a Winning Attitude - Building Self-Discipline and Focus - Time Management for Peak Performance - Understanding Your Strengths and Weaknesses - Learning from Failure and Resilience - Continuous Learning and Skill Development - The Power of Positive Thinking - Embracing Challenges and Taking Risks - Strategic Planning and Execution - Networking and Building Relationships - Effective Communication Skills - Staying Motivated and Overcoming Procrastination - Healthy Competition vs. Unhealthy Competition - Maintaining Physical and Mental Health - Visualization and Mental Preparation - Leveraging Technology and Tools - Analyzing and Learning from Competitors - Innovation and Creativity in Problem-Solving - Emotional Intelligence and Self-Regulation - Balancing Ambition with Humility - Building a Strong Support System - The Role of Mentors and Coaches - Adapting to Change and Staying Flexible - Decision-Making Under Pressure - Ethical Competition and Integrity - Celebrating Success and Rewarding Yourself - Staying Persistent and Consistent - Long-Term Vision and Sustainable Competitiveness - And more!
Essentials of Sport Leadership
This is a complete, step-by-step, reader-friendly introduction to leadership theories and their application in sport organizations. It outlines key concepts and approaches to leadership, clearly explains how they relate to sport, and shows how sport managers can use leadership theory to develop and improve their professional practice.This book covers leadership and management across all sectors of sport, including for-profit, non-profit, and public, and adopts an international perspective that reflects the globalized reality of contemporary sport business. It explores key topics, including behavioural theories, transformational leadership, culture, self-leadership, ethics, and women in sport leadership, and encourages the reader to develop critical thinking skills that are essential in the modern workplace. Each chapter contains a selection of real-life examples, review questions, case studies, self-assessment exercises, topics for seminars and workshops, and suggested readings.This is an essential textbook for any sport leadership course, valuable reading for anybody with an interest in leadership theory or contemporary sport management, and a useful handbook for anybody working in sport or event management who wants to become a better manager.Online support material includes quiz-style questions and other resources for tutor use or adaptation.
Leisure, Activism, and the Animation of the Urban Environment
This book brings together chapters that address questions of leisure, activism, and the animation of urban environments. The authors share research that explores the meaning and making of activist practices, events of dissent, and the arts in everyday life. Situated in a growing body of activist scholarship and social justice research, within the field of leisure studies, the contributions spotlight understandings and disruptions of public spaces in cities. These range from overtly political practices such as protest marches to recreational practices such as skateboarding and bicycling that remake cities through their contestations of space. Across the collection the chapters raise broader questions of civil society, whether it is research on youth activism, historical uses of public spaces by rightwing or racist groups, or interrogating the absence of leisure and closure of public spaces for peopleexperiencing homelessness. Some chapters explore events, such as festivals as sites of resistance and social change. In others, grassroots neighbourhood activism through arts is centralised, or mega-events are framed through protest campaigns against bids to host the Summer Olympic Games. A central thread running through the chapters is the question of whose voices count and whose remain unheard in events of dissent in the city.The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of Leisure Studies.
Researching Disability Sport
Marking a new direction for disability sport scholarship, this book explores cutting-edge issues and engages creatively with contemporary approaches to research in this important emerging discipline.
Critical Issues in Football
Showcasing some of the most important current research in football studies, this book demonstrates the value of social theory and sociology in helping us to better understand the world's favourite sport.
Sport, Physical Activity and Criminal Justice
This book explores the various ways in which participation in sport and physical activity might contribute to effective solutions within criminal justice systems.
Wrestling Price Guide Figures Edition Volume 1
In this book you receive an actual Ebook about the history of Pro Wrestling and Wrestling Figures as well as a Wrestling Figures Price Guide combined in one book. Few would argue that wrestling fans are one of the most fanatical sports fan bases around. Contrary to popular belief, the wrestling fan base isn't limited to the WWE rather it stretches to the WWF, NWA, AWA, WCW, NJPW, AEW and UFC. Today, wrestling is followed by millions, if not billions, of people around the world. Wrestling collectibles such as wrestling cards, figures and memorabilia are a major reason professional wrestling has so many fans. Wrestling figures were among the favorite toys of kids in the 80s and 90s. Many of those kids have maintained their passion for wrestling figures to date even though they're all grown up now.If you're among the above then I'm betting that you go out of your way to find your favorite wrestling figures. Fortunately for you, wrestling figures and other wrestling collectibles are easily available and at affordable prices. However, to get the best deal, you must find out how much each wrestling figure/set is worth. Yes, you have a love for wrestling but that does not mean that you should throw money down the drain. Don't pay hundreds for something that costs less than $20. Most wrestling fans are guilty of doing this. Wrestling fans are extremely passionate about wrestling. They want to buy every wrestling figure and every version of it and why not: some wrestling figures are worth hundreds of dollars. Most collectors know that rare figure and also if that rare figure is just urban legend and doesn't exist.While collecting wrestling figures is fun, there are some cons to it. For instance, the aftermarket of pro wrestling figures isn't as organized as some of the other toy franchises such as Barbie and Star Wars. Tracking value of professional wrestling figures is quite hard as there is no official price guide bible. So, how do you know if a wrestling figure or other collectible is worth a fortune? This is a problem that we hope to solve. After you've read this book or wrestling price guide, you'll know what wrestling collectibles are available and what their price is. This will ensure that you don't buy a wrestling collectible for more than what it's worth. Additionally, this will help you to get the best possible deal for a collectible you own.
Effects of 6 Months of Strength Training and Water Aerobics in Elderly Women
This study aims to answer the following problem: Which of the two physical exercise modalities (strength training or aqua aerobics) produces better results, after a six-month longitudinal intervention, in functional fitness, cardiorespiratory fitness, bone mineral density, subjective well-being, body satisfaction and general health perception in elderly women? Due to the large number of dependent variables, our thesis is structured into three studies that will answer the following questions: What is the effect of 6 months of strength training vs. water aerobics on the functional and cardiorespiratory fitness of elderly women; What is the effect of 6 months of strength training vs. water aerobics on the bone mineral density of elderly women and What is the effect of 6 months of strength training vs. water aerobics on the subjective well-being, body satisfaction and general health perception of elderly women?".
Flat4Ever Volume 3
After the war and right up to the present day, many hundreds of companies, hobbyists and designers around the world have built countless special vehicles based on a Volkswagen chassis. Some were adventurous, others breathtakingly beautiful, including coup矇s, convertibles, pickups and buggies. After 1945, most cars were developed out of necessity, as the market had been bombed out of existence. Later, car manufacturers let their imaginations run wild. In addition to the official production in Wolfsburg, a separate branch of the industry developed around fitting new or good used chassis with custom bodies. Nordhoff refused to supply car manufacturers with chassis from the assembly line. He even prohibited VW dealers from supplying VW Beetles to coachbuilders. All these efforts could not prevent a diverse range of vehicles based on Volkswagen and Porsche technology from appearing almost everywhere in the world.While in the 1950s the focus was on reconstruction, in the 1960s and 1970s the vehicle was increasingly at the service of leisure activities. The world was becoming more colourful, and not just because of the hippie movement. During the 1980s it became increasingly difficult to get a home-built vehicle on the road. As time went on, stricter road traffic regulations made it almost impossible to get a homebuilt vehicle type-approved.
Glock Reference Guide, 3rd Edition
EVERYTHING you need and want to know about EVERY Glock! This 3rd Edition of the truly comprehensive guide to the world's most popular handgun is expanded and fully updated with history, background information and insights on every Glock model, including the latest Gen5 models of today. Whether you're an experienced Glockophile or shopping for your first Glock pistol, Robb Manning's Glock Reference Guide is essential reading. Inside you'll find complete coverage and testing information for all Glock models, including Gen5 updates, law enforcement/military-only variants, custom Glocks, and models never offered in the United States. Every model, every caliber, every variant and every generation, from the first prototype through the latest developments, with expert tips on everything from ammunition choice to customization options -- all from a certified Glock armorer.It's all here!- History on all Glock models- Glock design and operation- Disassembly, cleaning and troubleshooting- OEM and aftermarket accessories- Glocks and suppressors- Optics-ready models- Glock pistol-caliber carbines- Custom & performance options!Learn why Glock is the preferred autoloading pistol for countless law enforcement and government agencies, military units, competitive and recreational shooters and private citizens who practice concealed carry.
Two Wheels, One Journey
Ride into Adventure: Discover the Freedom of Road CyclingImagine the rush of wind against your face, the exhilaration of speed, and the sense of accomplishment with every pedal stroke. "Two Wheels, One Journey: The Beginner's Guide to Road Cycling" makes this vivid daydream a reality, offering a comprehensive guide into the captivating world of road cycling, tailored for the uninitiated and bursting with potential.Embark on a personal transformation that begins with the mechanical heartbeat of your bicycle. Grip the handlebars of knowledge as you navigate through the meticulously crafted chapters that lay down the fundamentals: from choosing the ideal road bike that seems to whisper your name, to mastering the essentials of gear and clothing that spell confidence and comfort. Your journey of a thousand miles begins with a single pedal push, guided by practical advice on safety, traffic, and the shared language of cyclists worldwide.Dive deeper into the anatomy of your new companion, dissecting every component-wheels, brakes, gears-and understand their dance that propels you forward. Transitioning from parts to practice, you'll clinch the secrets of bike maintenance, ensuring that your steed is as ready for the road as you are. With straightforward advice and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll be equipped to tackle flat tires and squeaky chains with the calm expertise of a seasoned cyclist.Every champion cyclist started with a wobbly first ride; this guide fuels your metamorphosis from beginner to adept. Gather insight on building endurance, optimizing nutrition, and fine-tuning your training program. As your confidence blooms, "Two Wheels, One Journey" unfolds the map for your very own quests, from scenic routes to endurance challenges, steering you toward joining the vibrant community of cyclists.Don't let the good days roll by without you-the road beckons, and your adventure awaits. Embrace the thrill of the ride. Pick up "Two Wheels, One Journey: The Beginner's Guide to Road Cycling" and start pedaling towards your newest passion today.
The Madness of Ivy Basketball
The madness of ivy basketball takes the reader through the epic 2023-2024 basketball season, Ivy Madness and the NCAA Tournament. There is a focus on all the teams of the Ancient Eight, Xavian Lee, Caden Pierce and Bez Mbeng. Much is said about the internal turmoil in the ivy league regarding topics which are impacted by the changing landscape of college athletics, which include, but are not limited to, NIL, unionization and the House case.
WRESTLING (V-Five) The Aviation Training Office of the Chief of Naval Operations
The V-Five programme of the 1940s represented a comprehensive overhaul and alignment of US Naval Aviation Physical Training. The programme covered combat sports like Boxing and Wrestling, alongside Swimming, American Football, Track & Field, Swimming and more. The wrestling edition of the V-Five programme has special poignancy as wrestling has many of the attributes designed to upskill and empower those going into combat. The volume follows the American Collegiate or Folkstyle of wrestling.The guide is designed for military instructors, who can then follow its steps to a) fully understand the skills and techniques of the sport, and b) plan, prepare and assess training sessions to engage the aviators in practice. There is a large portion dedicated to tactical drills to hone takedowns, pins, rides and escapes. Alongside competition pools and ways to run over 50 wrestling lessons.The volume is crisp and clear in its format (following military tradition) and is easy to follow. It is filled with many lucid, step by step photographs to help the reader understand the content and improve their ability to teach the smallest of detailsThe game-changing V-Five suite of training manuals helped get a generation of American aviators fit for war. Here we explore how the airmen of the US navy trained in collegiate wrestling as part of their military fitness regime.
The Kyusho of Atemi
The vital points of the body (kyusho) are important in Japanese martial arts. How and where to strike the points (atemi) and the effects of striking them were originally kept secret. However, in the past 100 years, information on these points has become widely available, allowing them to be compared among sources. A 1977 descriptive review of 35 martial arts books identified 226 alleged vital points, most with information on their location, Japanese names, and sometimes with claims of the effects of striking them. Listing the points alphabetically and by source and anatomical location reveals similarities, differences, and probable errors, as well as the degree of agreement of sources for each point. This edition adds some more authoritative research findings and some information on medical aspects.
Gender Performativity in Sports and Physical Education
Gender Performativity in Sports and Physical Education explores a perspective of gender called gender "performativity," coined by Judith Butler in the early 1990s. It starts from the idea that gender is something people do rather than something they are. Such a perspective offers new ways of understanding gender, and therefore also gender equity, in sports and physical education. It provides new ways to think about how inequitable practices can change. Empirical illustrations of gender performativity in sports and physical education are mainly drawn from H疇kan Larsson's thirty-year research on the matter, but connections are also made to other research in the field.
Parenting Athletic Kids
Parenting Athletic Kids is a resource for parents that want to provide the optimal sports experience for their child. The book can serve as a blueprint to help navigate the ups and downs that are inherent in youth sports. Parenting Athletic Kids can provide a guide to help parents steer their young athlete toward a mindset that will not only heighten their sports experience, but will also benefit them both on and off the playing field.Today's sports environment can be draining on both the athlete and the parent. Parenting Athletic Kids provides tools and techniques that guide both the player and the parent toward an athletic experience filled with joy and passion.
Young Athletes and Their Morphological Characteristics
This book will give you a great insight into the morphological, physical/motor and maturational characteristics of U16 athletes. Almost 200 male and female athletes from 11 different teams and 3 different states were assessed. Knowledge of the physical characteristics as well as analysing the results of the tests and trials that make up the battery applied in this study will allow you to explore the potential of young people, athletes and non-athletes who find themselves in front of you on a daily basis.
The Art and Science of Sword Fighting
The best of both Eastern and Western Sword Fighting TechniquesSword fighting is a vigorous activity that develops strength, speed, and overall physical fitness. It also promotes mental acuity and quick thinking. Once you have developed the requisite skills to the point where you no longer have to think about them to perform them properly, you can focus your attention on out-witting your opponent in an exciting game of physical chess.The Art and Science of Sword Fighting takes an innovative, progressive approach to swordsmanship. Consisting of an eclectic collection of high-percentage sword fighting techniques borrowed from many diverse sources, these universal concepts can easily be applied to fighting with a wide variety of swords.The Art and Science of Sword Fighting is aimed at creating a formidable general practitioner, someone who is comfortable fighting with a variety of swords. This approach provides a solid foundation in the general art of sword fighting, a necessity for beginners and experts alike. Later, once you have determined what your strengths are and where your personal interests lie, you may choose to go on to specialize in a particular brand of swordsmanship. Regardless of what that style may be, this strong foundation will serve you well.By not focusing on the historical context of any particular style, advanced practitioners, regardless of personal style or affiliation, might transcend stylistic differences to come together as a swordsman or a swordswoman in order to discover the universal concepts that underlie all styles. Such collaborations serve to improve the collective understanding of sword fighting.The Art and Science of Sword Fighting is divided into two main sections.Part One focuses on wielding a one-handed sword.Subsections include offense, defense, fencing, and advanced techniques.Part Two focuses on wielding a two-handed sword.Subsections include offense, defense, fencing, and advanced techniques.This book takes a bold, progressive approach to the topic of next generation fencing. The condensed course of study is designed to teach you how to use just about any sword; an eclectic approach to the art of swordsmanship aimed at ferreting out the universal concepts common to wielding a sword. By taking this fresh, methodical approach to the topic, any student can quickly learn the Art and Science of Sword Fighting.
The Athlete and Their Mechanisms of Defense
This important book explores the way athletes use defense mechanisms and coping skills to manage internal and external stress faced in competitive sport. Covering case studies across various sports, the text showcases immature, neurotic and mature defences available to the athlete and describes the benefits and drawbacks of each.
AIKIDO Base & Fundamentals
Historically, martial arta have been regarded as a means of developing both physical and mental capabilities, which is a fundamental aspect of any self-defence system. Discipline, rigorous physical training and, above all, a vision of war and the destruction of the enemy by any means have accompanied the practice of many of the styles. However, new trends have been emerging in the ever-changing world of martial arts. It should be noted that any style of martial art can be bene cial for achieving physical and spiritual growth. However, the martial art known as Aikido is one that has been developing in Puerto Rico and many Latin American countries. This is particularly relevant to those seeking a philosophy of life, as humanity is moving towards new social, political and economic frontiers. Our future aspirations include integration and peaceful social coexistence. These aspirations align with the view that violence should not be used as a mechanism for solving problems between human beings. The social cost of violence is too high for it to represent an answer for the future. Aikido is completely in tune with these aspirations and the times. Aikido is a process by which we achieve a state of harmony, first with ourselves and then with everything around us. We cannot give that which we do not possess.
Cut, Ripped, Defined Abs!
Discover the ultimate blueprint to achieving chiseled, enviable six-pack abs with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or a beginner on your journey to a fitter you, this book offers a step-by-step approach to sculpting your midsection. From effective workout routines and targeted exercises to nutrition tips and motivational strategies, delve into the science-backed methods that transform flab into toned muscles. Here's a little of what you'll discover inside this book: - Understanding Abdominal Muscles - The Science Behind Six-Pack Abs - Setting Realistic Goals - Nutrition for Abs: The Basics - Macro and Micronutrients - Meal Planning for Six-Pack Abs - Hydration and Its Importance - The Role of Protein in Muscle Development - Carbohydrates: Friend or Foe? - Healthy Fats and Abs - Intermittent Fasting for Abs - Understanding Caloric Deficit - Effective Ab Exercises - Cardio vs. Strength Training - HIIT Workouts for Abs - Core Training: Beyond Crunches - Full-Body Workouts for Abs - The Importance of Rest and Recovery - Common Mistakes to Avoid - The Role of Genetics in Abs - Supplements: Do They Work? - Tracking Progress - Overcoming Plateaus - Mindset and Motivation - The Importance of Sleep - Stress Management and Its Impact on Abs - Yoga and Flexibility for Abs - The Role of Hormones in Fat Loss - Dealing with Injuries - The Truth About Spot Reduction - The Role of Water Retention - Understanding Body Fat Percentage - Training Frequency and Volume - Periodization and Progression - Outdoor vs. Indoor Workouts - Home Workouts for Abs - Gym Equipment for Abs - Creating a Sustainable Routine - Social Support and Accountability - Building a Fitness Community - Balancing Abs with Overall Health - Myths and Misconceptions - And more! Embrace a healthier lifestyle and uncover the secrets to defining your core strength and achieving your fitness goals with confidence.
Unfair Play
A TIMES AND DAILY TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 Sharron Davies is no stranger to battling the routine sexism of the sporting world. She missed out on Olympic Gold because of doping among East German athletes in the 1980s; now, biological males are being allowed to compete directly against women under the guise of trans 'self-ID'. This callous indifference towards women in sport, argue Sharron and journalist Craig Lord, is merely the latest stage in a decades-long history of sexism on the part of sport's higher-ups. Unfair Play provides the facts, science and arguments that will help women in sport get the justice they deserve. 'A compelling account of how women in sport continue to be subjugated' Daily Mail
Kung Fu Magic
Kung Fu is a form of body exercise deploying high combat skills, in addition to being a self-exercise on internal discipline and intense focus. It also works to develop one's ability to be ready and patient, to control one's emotions and mind appropriately.Although there is a similarity between this sport and some other martial arts such as Taekwondo and Karate, there is a difference between them, and they also differ in terms of rules and history.Based on my experience of Kung Fu and its benefits that overwhelmed me with positive energy, which in turn had a drastic effect on my personal and professional life, I wanted to share, dear reader, all the information I have about this ancient sport that will surely entice you to want to know more about it. So why not practice it seriously and make it a way of life for you and your children?
Strength Training for Hypertensive Patients
Systemic Arterial Hypertension (SAH) is a multifactorial clinical condition characterised by sustained elevation of blood pressure levels greater than or equal to 140 and/or 90 mmHg. It is usually associated with metabolic disorders, functional and structural alterations of some target organs (heart, kidneys, brain and blood vessels), and is aggravated by the presence of some diseases, such as obesity, dyslipidaemias, diabetes, among others. Physical exercise (PE), which is a form of non-drug treatment, has been shown to be an effective way of combating this pathology, consisting of lifestyle changes and weight control. Strength training (ST) has been one of the options in PE programmes due to the accumulation of studies proving the benefits and safety of its application in patients with SAH, generating a hypotensive effect after PE. However, in order for PE to provide the desired benefits, care must be taken to ensure that the exercise does not generate a high cardiovascular overload. Therefore, the presence of a Physical Education professional specialising in the area is essential, as they have specific knowledge and will know how to modify the variables during training.
Managing Sport Organizations
Now in a fully revised and updated fifth edition, Managing Sport Organizations introduces the fundamentals of sport management across every industry sector, from youth and intercollegiate sport to professional leagues, and from community level sport to international sport.
Competitive Sports Practice and School Performance
The subject of this book is particularly useful for those who want to understand the importance of competitive sport and the school performance of young Brazilians. Supported by real facts, the author confirmed the existence of a positive relationship between sports competition and the organisation of personal commitments, responsibility and discipline, relationships with classmates and teachers, and motivation and commitment to carrying out school tasks. On the other hand, it was also possible to observe that the academic performance in two core subjects of students involved in sports competitions equalled or surpassed the results obtained by students without this competitive practice. The context in which this study was carried out highlighted the importance of family support and school organisation in terms of compatibility between school activities, training schedules and competitions. Leonardo Rocha, Professor Dr Leonardo Rocha - Lisbon - Portugal.
Strength Training for Children and Adolescents
The relevance of this study is based on a better understanding of neuromuscular variables and changes in body composition after the application of a Strength Training program with children and adolescents. In addition, it is important for verifying the effects of strength training controlled by maturational factors, being one of the few studies to analyze changes in muscle quality in this population.
Neuro-developmental conditioning
The purpose of this research was to generate psycho-pedagogical strategies of conditioned neuro-development oriented to the sport activity of Karate-Do, based on the theories of neuroplasticity, offered by researchers such as Doherty (2023) referred to neuroscience applied to education and sport; also the theory of the zone of proximal development supported among others by Pont籀n (2020), in addition to the theory of conditioned reflexes provided by researchers such as Polanco (2016) on the impact and evolution of behaviorism. The research is based on an emerging approach of methodological complementarity. The study is quasi-experimental with a pre- and post-test design with control group. The analysis of the information is based on qualitative techniques, using discourse analysis. The complementary epistemological and methodological foundation allowed describing the empirical components and interpreting the theoretical and structural principles of an emerging socio-sports model in Venezuela, by strengthening the organization and participation of children, youth and adults in sports spaces and organizations.
Heart Rate Variability and Cognitive Attention
Tennis is a complex sport that places high physical and cognitive demands on the athlete. When a coach fails to adjust training loads, the athlete runs the risk of suffering injuries, syndromes and quitting the sport. Having a tool that can monitor these demands can be a differentiator in the sports world, as it will be possible to check the right moment when the athlete is getting fatigued and adjust the training load according to the psychophysiological responses obtained. This would reduce the risk of injury and increase performance during a match or even a championship. This book outlines a study that observed heart rate variability responses during a cognitive test in tennis players before and after physical exertion. The idea is to see if there is cognitive decline after exposure to intense activity.
Krav Maga Extreme Survival
The result of extensive research, including an analysis of over 140 active shooter/killer incidents, Krav Maga Extreme Survival provides an apolitical view of personal safety--concentrating on practical methods to survive violent situations. In his third book, Gershon Ben Keren explains how Krav Maga techniques can be used to survive some of the most relevant, extreme situations including carjackings, home invasions and attempted mass killings. The book also details predator profiling methods to aid in the prediction, prevention and avoidance of violence. Demonstrating effective solutions that have been tried and tested in both the real world and through reconstructions of real-life events, each section of Krav Maga Extreme Survival presents detailed instructions alongside a series of photographs that show how to defend yourself and others against: Attacks in workplaces, homes and public places Instances of domestic violence including violent and abusive relationships Assailants armed with knives, handguns, long barrel firearms, explosives, and improvised weaponsAttacks in cars and other confined and restricted spaces Vehicular rammingsUnarmed attackersOne-on-one assaults and attacks targeting a group Emphasizing a dynamic assessment of your environment, combined with a rapid response, Krav Maga Extreme Survival teaches practitioners to neutralize an assailant's advantage early, before the situation escalates.
