The Messiness of Leisure Research
This book illustrates tensions, absences, and unresolved challenges experienced in research - experiences that are so often left out of the conventional, smooth, and linear discussion of research that generally appears in academic publications.
Leisure Myths and Mythmaking
This book centralizes powerful leisure stories that may otherwise be understood as myths-sometimes recognized, often less so-that circulate in the field of leisure studies, and beyond. In different ways, each of these chapters alerts the readers to the "absent presence" of myths and mythmaking in leisure research.
Leisure and Wellbeing
This book provides an interdisciplinary collection of theoretical and methodological contributions critically exploring the connections between leisure and wellbeing.
Women in Sports History
This book examines the developments in women's sports history in Britain in the last 10 years, following on from its successful predecessor Women and Sport History (2010). It considers what has changed and what continuities persist drawing on a series of contributions from authors who are active in the field.The chapters included in this book cover a broad time frame and range of topics such as the history of women's football in Scotland and England; women's role in rugby leagues; women's sport during World War II; and female participation in American football, cricket and cycling. Written and edited during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, the book also reflects on the possible implications of the pandemic on women's sport. In doing so, it highlights the diversity of research currently being undertaken in the field and touches on areas which remain overlooked or underdeveloped.The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of Sport in History.
Belief
Are you a driven competitor always striving to improve your performance? Excel and evolve with these growth-oriented mental strategies.Are you battling negativity after too many disappointments on the field? Want to avoid injury and burnout without cutting back on passion? Unsure how to bridge the gap from amateur to professional athlete? A sports psychologist with over twenty-five years of experience and a mental skills coach for multiple national-level teams, Dr. Jo Lukins is passionate about making a positive impact on athletes' lives. And now she's here to help you recognize the huge part inner thoughts can play in creating a rewarding and success-filled sports career.Belief is a straightforward set of evidence-based, practical steps for competitors in any field.Using engaging case studies and an uplifting tone, Dr. Lukins breaks down complex topics into easily understood game plans. And by tackling the material with the same energy you pour into your training, you'll soon be hitting new heights of achievement.In Belief, you'll discover: - How to harness the power of self-confidence and make excellence a slam-dunk outcome- Improved tactics for goal setting that decrease overwhelm and promote calmness- Ways to develop motivational stamina to boost your performance for the long run- Tips for weathering setbacks so you can bounce back stronger than ever- Why dwelling on perfection can be a handicap, how to stay calm under pressure, and much, much more!Belief is the relatable first book in the Win from Within sports psychology series. If you like real-world anecdotes, encouraging support, and proven approaches, then you'll love Dr. Jo Lukins's handbook for high-performance thinking.
Caged Champions
Who are the game changers in sports? Who are the warriors who laid the pathways for social, cultural and political advancement? Liberate these caged, unheralded and underappreciated icons in sports history. Unshackle their glory! Discover their uncomfortable truths! "Caged Champions" is a snap-shot reference guide for serious fans.The first 11 chapters cover major sports along with cross references by individual pioneers. Chapter 12 is a catch-all for minor sports and lesser known caged champions other than No. 42, who, along with Larry Doby, et al, dismantled apartheid in America's most popular sports institution at the time, baseball.Chapter 13 is an add-on tax. A "Black Tax" that weighs the hardships of every athlete of color. Colored athletes that are criminalized, marginalized or chastened for just walking or driving to their field of dream as they are quarantined from the collective mainstream. This chapter testifies to the monstrosities of white supremacy, while showcasing the resiliency of minority athletes in fighting systemic racism, micro aggressions and implicit bias, as their dreams grow bigger than their fears.Sports covered: Baseball, Basketball, Billiards, Bowling, Boxing, Car Racing, Cycling, Football, Golf, Hockey, Horse Racing, Olympics, Rodeo, Swimming, Tennis and Track & Field plus rule changes and systemic roadblocks.
The Gladiatory Art
Readers today are familiar with the gladiators of ancient Rome who fought to the death in the Coliseum. Very few, however, are aware of the resurgence of bloody gladiatorial combat which took place in 18th century Britain, in which the so-called "Masters of the Noble Science of Defence", full of fire and bravado, demonstrated their expertise with sharp broadswords, daggers, shields, quarterstaffs, flails, two-handed swords, and other antiquated weapons before rabid audiences, while risking brutal mutilation and sometimes death for fame, glory, and prize money. Despite the immense popularity they enjoyed during their heyday-which lasted for almost a century-the gladiators have received little attention from scholars and historians, confined instead to a mere chapter in the back of Victorian-era fencing histories.This, then-the product of nearly two decades of research-is the first book devoted to the lives, writings, and techniques of the 18th century stage gladiators, whose ranks included a number of women (the "Mistresses of the Science of Defence"), fighters of African descent, Native Americans, as well as numerous Irish, Scots, Welsh, and English. Central to this world was the redoubtable James Figg, the most famous of all the gladiators, who managed the infamous "Bear-Garden" amphitheater, and who played a major role in the popularization and dissemination of gladiatorial combat. Joining Figg in his endeavors, and also featured in this book, are a number of other colorful and legendary gladiators, such as the extraordinary Donald McBane of Scotland, Captain James Miller (who penned a treatise on gladiatorial combat), Edward "Ned" Sutton (one of the few men to ever defeat Figg), the "Invincible City Championess" Elizabeth Stokes, and Thomas Barrett, an Irishman said to have fought "600 and odd Battles" before finally meeting his gruesome demise on the stage.Presented as a primary sourcebook rather than a dense narrative history, this text not only contains the largest number of firsthand accounts and challenges pertaining to the gladiators ever compiled, but also includes the writings of the gladiators themselves (including treatises on technique), a selection of essays, poetry, and songs from the period, a chapter on bare-knuckle boxing (a deadly form which finally superseded gladiatorial combat during the mid eighteenth century), obscure accounts of gladiatorial combat in New England and South America, as well as more than sixty engravings, sketches, and paintings relating to the gladiators from between the years 1680 and 1770. As one author of the period observed, "Look you, the Bear-Garden is preparing, and the Gladiators coming out to entertain the People. And here every thing is dull without Mischief, the Blood must run about to give satisfaction; and all the Pleasure lies in slashing and cutting of Throats...Thus Men are stabbed to divert those of their own Kind; and to kill handsomely goes for Skill, Commendation, and Improvement. Thus Barbarities are not only practised, but taught as a Science: It is an Art to be well prepared, and a Glory to execute the Murder..."
Somatic Growth, Physical Activity and Motor Coordination
Based on Piaget's adage, "When I look at a child, they inspire two feelings in me: tenderness for what they are, and respect for what they can be." This book therefore represents a contribution to our knowledge of the state of somatic growth, motor coordination and the physical activity profile of Mozambican children and young adolescents. The book is the product of three studies carried out in different parts of Mozambique: Maputo city, Quelimane and the rural town of Calanga. Reading this book is an opportunity to get to know some of the factors that favor the strong variability in body size, motor coordination and physical activity levels as a function of orography.
Bass Fishing Illustrated
BASS FISHING ILLUSTRATED: Bass fishing is the activity of angling for the North American game fish known colloquially as the black bass. There are numerous black bass species considered as game fish in North America, including Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Spotted bass or Kentucky bass, and Guadalupe bass. Modern bass fishing has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry. The sport has changed drastically since its beginnings in the late 19th century. From humble beginnings, the black bass has become the second most specifically sought-after game fish in the United States. The sport has driven the development of all manner of fishing gear, including rods, reels, lines, lures, electronic depth and fish-finding instruments, drift boats, float tubes, and specialized bass boats. Whether you actually fish or just dream of fishing, you're sure to enjoy the marvelous pictures in this new book.
Development of Selection Norms for Senior Volleyball Players
The game 'Volleyball' was invented basically with a view to serve the purpose of recreation. Gradually, it has turned into a competitive sport that requires an optimum level of fitness. Of course, the requisite level of fitness of State level Senior Volleyball players.
It Happened in a Final
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 doldrums of the 1950s.
A Guide to Directing Small Charity Road Races
This guide offers advice to inexperienced race directors who wish to host a small 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Marathon to benefit a charitable organization. The advice contained within is based on my own experience. I ran a lot of races before I ever bit the bullet and directed my own. I thought I knew plenty to make a great race. But I quickly learned just how tough a race director's job is. Hopefully, my experience will help you avoid some mistakes, think of some things you might not have, and host a great race that your runners want to race every year.
Swimming training manual
This warning refers to the fact that it is an assembly or collection of several themes resulting from the work of a number of specialists in the teaching of swimming, and is marked by the author's intention to cite references that will enable the reader to be referred to the primary source and author of the text, so that it is not misinterpreted.This training manual is aimed at physical activity and sports professionals. To make it easier to understand, we have written a general section for each chapter. This book has not been produced for commercial purposes, but to help teachers and coaches responsible for promoting swimming. Its aim is far more modest: to make non-specialists aware, in a pedagogical way, of the main teaching and training methods for a group of beginner swimmers. It does not aim to cover and analyze, in an exhaustive way, all the characteristics and particularities of teaching this sport.
Women's soccer in the "country of boots"
Soccer is a sport that is popular all over the world. A sport that began in England and today is the most practiced sport in the world, since its inception there have been some groups that have been excluded from practicing and enjoying it. One of these groups is women, who in Brazil have even been banned by law from practicing this sport. In this book, which is the result of a course completion project, we will try to present and discuss some of the barriers faced by women in practicing soccer in Brazil, the "country of soccer".
Sporting Tension....What If? 1963-2018
Tension in sport can occur at any level and is not simply confined to encounters or occasions when the ultimate or top skills are on display, although many, if not all, of the events chosen in this book do indeed feature extremely high skill levels. Perhaps the most obvious ingredient of tension is uncertainty, where the outcome is unknown throughout the majority or even all of the proceedings as the drama develops and reaches its peak. After all, how many times do you hear people say that they prefer to watch something live rather than watch it later in the day when it is repeated? Clearly, if you watch the same sporting event repeatedly it is most probably because you have enjoyed the outcome, all the tension having disappeared. At the height of tension the outcome is completely unknown until the very final seconds or even second.
Liuhebafa Five Character Secrets
The origins of Liuhebafa (also called Water Boxing) can be traced back to the Daoist sage Chen Tuan (c. 871-989 A.D.). Chen is a mystical figure whose advice and perspective was sought by ancient Chinese Emperors.Liuhebafa was the last of the internal methods to be taught outside China. Even inside China, Liuhebafa had an almost mythic quality. Among the groups of inner circle students, Liuhebafa was graduate study in the internal arts.Liuhebafa's Five Character Secrets (of Li Dong Feng) are the original precepts of this rare internal martial art known as Huayue Xinyi Liuhebafaquan. Li Dong Feng discovered aged manuscripts of Chen Tuan, during an expedition to Chen's ancient mountain home. Realizing the importance of what he had found, Li remained on Mount Hua until he mastered the material in the manuscripts.Li returned to his home and then recorded all he had learned on Mount Hua in one hundred and thirty-four verses now known as The Five Character Secrets of Li Dong Feng. This is the only existing treatise on the original principles of Liuhebafa.This book contains the original Chinese treatise of Li Dong Feng, Pinyin Romanization of the Chinese characters, word for word translation, literal translation, interpretive translation and the author's commentary on the meaning of each verse.There is more here than meets the eye. It is wise to approach the Secrets with a beginner's mind. Imagine being beckoned to sit by the fire. Lean a little closer to better hear the master as he recites the lines that will open the doors of your mind and heart.
From Your Head to Their Hands
"Our favourite writer of instructional manuals"- Neal Stephenson, from his foreword to Swordfighting, for writers, game designers, and martial artists. Guy Windsor's historical martial arts training manuals are legendary. His first was published in 2004, and he's been producing them ever since. They generate about half his income. So he is expert in writing, publishing, and marketing books for historical martial artists, and in this book he'll teach you how to do it. The goal of training manuals is to teach skills. This one will teach you: - How to write well- How to plan your book, or write without a plan- How to get reader feedback as you go- How to avoid procrastination and imposter syndrome- What tools to use- How to write without destroying your body- How to incorporate photos and videos - How to edit your work- What should be outsourced- How to publish: commercial, indy, or something else?- What metadata you need, and how to create it- How to choose your publishing platform- How to market your book- How to find your readers- How to launch- Everything you need to know about copyright and piracy- The best book marketing strategy of all time. Also included: Guy's article Show Your Work: how to communicate your historical martial arts research with the historical martial arts community. If you've ever wanted to write a training manual for historical martial arts (or anything else), this book will show you how to do it. Buy it, read it, and get writing!
Management Information System for Effective Management
The present text refers to the design of an Information System for an Effective Management, directed to the High Performance Direction (DAR) in the Sports Institutes in Venezuela, which intends to optimize and systematize the processes carried out in the dependencies responsible for the high competition processes in the athletes. This study is based on the general theory of systems and the theory of cybernetics, complemented by the theory of information; framed in the feasible project modality. Likewise, data collection techniques and instruments were used, such as: observation, document review, survey and questionnaire respectively; and the latter were validated through expert judgment; with the implementation of the information system, the detected problems were solved and the processes were effectively optimized; in addition, material and human resources were optimized, minimizing the amount of man-hours in the vital processes of the DAR, and providing an optimal cost/benefit ratio for this sports organization.
A Guy's Guide to Dating
Bachelorhood used to be something young men aspired to. A man alone was a man empowered. But not anymore. As we cross the threshold into the twenty-first century, the state of being stag has lost its luster. In A Guy's Guide to Dating, Brendan Baber and Eric Spitznagel shepherd guys from ages thirteen to thirty through the murky waters of the modern dating pool and then escort them down the path to contemporary relationship nirvana, covering all the stages of masculine romantic development. Topics covered start at childhood with "Dating Your Mom (Early Lessons in Love)," "Hand Jive: The Jerk-Off Years," then move on to "High School Confidential: An Introduction to the 16-Year-Old Girl," "Higher Learning (or How to Spend $15,000 a Year to Get Stoned, Date Lesbians, Argue with Feminists, and Contract Herpes," and then end up with "Commitment and Other Things That Scare the @#%! Outta Us" and "The M Word." Readers can say they are buying it for the most hilarious testosterone-tinged humor in a generation-when in fact many of them will pick it up for the genuinely practical, sane, intelligent dating advice. A brash, sidesplitting guide through the pitfalls of modern romance, modern women, modern etiquette, and good old-fashioned lust, A Guy's Guide to Dating explains the art of finding women and then snaring them '90s style. This is a book no single man will want to be without, and no single woman will be able to resist buying for the men in her life.
The game as a way of teaching the fundamentals of handball
This work presents a methodological proposal for teaching and learning the specific skills of handball that can guarantee a greater possibility of enjoyment and participation for players. This requirement arises from my work as a teacher in higher education, where I was able to see the need for changes in the methodologies applied to teaching the specific motor skills of handball, as I realised that the rigour of teaching technique, in a traditional way, did not reach the students' understanding of the practice and theory of the specific skills in an enjoyable way. The development of handball teaching, according to the proposition we advocate, contains three distinct but interconnected moments: playful, referential and technical.
Tai Chi Dynamics
Tai Chi Dynamics is intended for intermediate and advanced Taiji players. The author Robert Chuckrow Ph.D. experimental physics, has been a Taiji practitioner for over forty years. He applies logic and basic scientific principles of anatomy, physiology, and physics to muscular action, breathing, and alignment in Taiji movement and push-hands. He clarifies many perplexing concepts such as "correct force" by utilizing detailed explanations, illustrations, and photographs. Sayings from the Taiji Classics are quoted throughout, and exercises are provided to give readers a chance to confirm their understanding. Over a dozen self-defense applications of the basic Taiji movements are illustrated, and the effectiveness and completeness of Taiji as a martial art is candidly analyzed. Suggestions for many aspects of teaching Taiji are provided, which stem from over three decades of practical experience. A chapter on Zheng Manqing (Cheng Man-ch'ing), with whom the author studied for five years in the early 1970s, sheds light on Zheng and his students. A special chapter deals extensively with aspects of self development from a personal perspective, discusses how doing Taiji correctly is a precursor to spiritual growth, and compares religion, science, and spiritual teachings. A detailed chapter on health, self-massage, and healing discusses fasting (including the author's own experience with a twenty-eight-day fast), differences between Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine, and provides exercises and methods of self-massage for head, legs, feet, and back. There is even a section on how to make your own footwear suitable for practicing Taiji. The book includes personal anecdotes and stories, and has over one hundred photographs and illustrations by the author.
Traditional Taekwondo
Discover the original purpose and training of taekwondoThe principles and techniques illustrated in this book, having been handed down over the decades, if not centuries, emphasize a core philosophy rich in defensive strategy.Taekwondo, literally translated, can be defined as "foot, hand way" or "the way of smashing with hands and feet." Such descriptive nomenclature understandably implies a curriculum rich in self-defense. Too often, however, this is simply not the case. Given the current popularity of sport competition in the martial arts, many techniques of defensive value have been stripped away or forfeited altogether in favor of those certain to score in the ring. While the thirst for Olympic gold has clearly played a significant role in propelling taekwondo into the forefront, it should be remembered that this native Korean martial art contains over 3200 distinct self defense techniques.This book describes in detail, the history and evolution of Taekwondo from its ancient roots to modern day applications. Also included are exercises in "Ki" or internal energy development, meditation practice, and practical self-defense strategies. This work focuses on the traditional aspects of Taekwondo rather than on its sportive component.
The History of Barrel Racing in Professional Rodeo
Women initially became a part of rodeo to add beauty and glamour to the male-dominated sport. But as the sport of rodeo evolved, so did the women's role, and barrel racing took off, becoming an exciting part of rodeo. Gail Hughbanks Woerner's new book, The History of Barrel Racing in Professional Rodeo, highlights the contributions and history women have made to rodeo, from the early days when there was no standard barrel racing pattern and few standard rules to the big money and big business sport of today.So many women and horses have played critical roles in the evolution of barrel racing and rodeo, and they are finally getting the credit and recognition they deserve. This book profiles legendary women from Margaret Owens to Hailey Kinsel and the great horses such as Charmayne James' Scamper to Kristie Peterson's Bozo.Woerner has long been one of rodeo's foremost historians, having written hundreds of articles about the sport and books covering everything from roping to riding. Now, she has brought the history of women's barrel racing into the spotlight it deserves.
Guides for Study Bujinkan Dōjō Budō Taijutsu
This guide for study is a complete grade program up to black belt that will serve as a reference for practitioners of Bujinkan D繫j繫 martial arts. The grade program is based on the original Tenchijin ryaku no maki from Hatsumi sensei, and in this edition, we have kept the kanji of all Japanese terms, which we are sure will be very useful for the student.
From Your Head to Their Hands
"Our favourite writer of instructional manuals"- Neal Stephenson, from his foreword to Swordfighting, for writers, game designers, and martial artists. Guy Windsor's historical martial arts training manuals are legendary. His first was published in 2004, and he's been producing them ever since. They generate about half his income. So he is expert in writing, publishing, and marketing books for historical martial artists, and in this book he'll teach you how to do it. The goal of training manuals is to teach skills. This one will teach you: - How to write well- How to plan your book, or write without a plan- How to get reader feedback as you go- How to avoid procrastination and imposter syndrome- What tools to use- How to write without destroying your body- How to incorporate photos and videos - How to edit your work- What should be outsourced- How to publish: commercial, indy, or something else?- What metadata you need, and how to create it- How to choose your publishing platform- How to market your book- How to find your readers- How to launch- Everything you need to know about copyright and piracy- The best book marketing strategy of all time. Also included: Guy's article Show Your Work: how to communicate your historical martial arts research with the historical martial arts community. If you've ever wanted to write a training manual for historical martial arts (or anything else), this book will show you how to do it. Buy it, read it, and get writing!
Sequins, Scandals & Salchows
Sequins, Scandals and Salchows: Figure Skating in the 1980s is an extraordinary history of a decade when figure skating was the talk of the town and its stars were household names.This one-of-a-kind book expands far beyond iconic moments like Torvill and Dean's Bolero and The Battle of The Brians, exploring intriguing connections between figure skating and real-world events that shaped the decade, including The AIDS Pandemic, The Cold War and The Fall of The Berlin Wall. Brimming with fascinating facts and eye-opening insights, the book chronologically highlights the competitions, shows and skaters that made figure skating everyone's favourite winter sport.A must-have collector's edition for any knowledgeable fan of the sport who came of age in the 80s - or wishes they did.
Beach or Sand Volleyball Preparation
The sport of beach or sand volleyball is nowadays practiced by almost all the countries of the world, which has caused a great interest in its preparation at early ages with well-defined objectives. This book consists of several pages dedicated to beginners and those who continue in the systematic practice of this sport, in order to compete at a high level in any type of competition. The purpose of this material is to provide the reader with enough knowledge related to each of the technical elements for better performance during the game and tactical manifestations that will allow them to achieve triumph after the technical-tactical effort. Different field diagrams are reflected. Different exercises for learning the technical elements and their variants or modifications to develop them are observed. The microcycles of physical, technical and tactical work are reflected for a better development of the athletes during their learning and improvement process in this sport, which is so complex due to the environment in which it is developed.
The Champion Teammate
Throughout our lives, we will be part of many teams. From sports teams to community groups to our dining room table, our lives are filled with opportunities to come together with others in pursuit of a common goal, and people who thrive inthese situations are highly valued teammates. We use terms such as competitive, selfless, loyal, inspiring, hardworking, and caring to describe great teammates, but what do those words actually mean, and how do you achieve those ideals? In The Champion Teammate, Jerry Lynch and John O'Sullivan share wisdom accrued from decades of consultation with well over 100 conference, national, and world championship teams and dozens of Hall of Fame coaches; interviews with hundreds of athletes, coaches, and leadership experts on their Way of Champions Podcast; and hundreds of workshops on being an exceptional teammate, leader, coach, and parent. This book offers a powerful approach to help build better relationships, practice effective leadership, and develop the competitive prowess needed to be an exceptional teammate. Through numerous stories of modern-day athletes, as well as time-honored lessons garnered from Eastern philosophy, Western psychology, and Native American tradition, this book will guide and mentor you in creating an environment where you and your teammates can connect, compete, and thrive in sports and in life.
Kanki Izumikawa Legacy and Teachings of a Goju Ryu Pioneer
Kanki Izumikawa was a leading pioneer of Goju Ryu in Japan who established the first Okinawan led dojo on the mainland in 1939. His Senbukan dojo became the centre of Goju-Ryu training for Eastern Japan where all kinds of budoka and famous students gathered. This book is the first of its kind to explore Kanki Izumikawa's life, teaching's and legacy in detail. It will surely be another favourite among karate practitioners and provide a treasure trove of new previously unreleased information, translations and photographs.
Macho Man
Oooohhh yeahhhh! Macho Man: The Life of Randy Savage is the sensational, definitive biography of the WrestleMania headlining, Spider-Man fighting, Slim Jim snapping, minor league baseball playing American original: Randy Savage. Savage, a WWE wrestling hall of famer, was an A-list celebrity who sat atop the entertainment universe for much of the '80s and '90s. His outfits were as flamboyant as anything worn by Liberace, Elton John, or Prince. His charisma surpassed Hulk Hogan's and is rivaled only by "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Rock. His millions of fans are more loyal than followers of any sports team. Macho Man starred in cartoons, was featured on lunchboxes, sold a slew of action figures and toys, was in multiple video games, guest starred on Baywatch, Mad About You, and Walker, Texas Ranger, and made multiple appearances on iconic '90s talk shows. He supported a myriad of kids' charities, emceed Christmas events at hospitals for George Steinbrenner, played minor league baseball with Pete Rose, was the Harvard Lampoon's "Real Man of the Year," and held his family's wrestling legacy above all else. With catchphrases and a voice still imitated by millions to this day, and with his GIFs reaching hundreds of millions of views on social media, the Macho Man is a transcendent figure who led an extraordinary life.
The Rider Forms the Horse
In our brand new, accurate English translation, in very understandable and clear prose, authors Udo B羹rger and Otto Zietzschmann, describe the essential requirements needed for good performance, and health and longevity of the riding horse. e content of this eagerly awaited re-publication, first published in 1939, is still true and even more needed today! is book is perfect for acquiring a better understanding of how to design correct riding lessons and classical training sessions. The authors explain physiological findings as the basis for riding lessons and explain important guidance for training the horse as well as ways of recognizing and resolving training problems.Olympic champion and former national coach Klaus Balkenhol says that countless top horses disappear into obscurity due to improper training, never to be seen again, while other difficult and rather average horses are transformed into top horses with good trainers. He explains that through proper training informed with an understanding of the interactions between muscular activity and the skeleton during the different training phases, average horses can become top horses.Veterinarian Gerd Heuschmann believes that good and well-thought-out riding is the only and best protection against all health problems for horses.Dr. Gerd Heuschmann views this book as mandatory reading for responsible sport and recreational riders, trainers, judges and veterinarians, regardless of their disciplines.This book is for all responsible riders and trainers who are involved in the training of horses as well as for tournaments, judges, and equine veterinarians alike.Previously published as ISBN: 978-3885424888
Daily Exercise Integration
Transform Your Fitness Journey!Embark on a transformative exercise journey with Daily Exercise Integration. This guide unveils strategies for incorporating dynamic workouts into your daily life, effective recovery methods, and much more.Suitable for novices and seasoned enthusiasts, it delivers practical advice to refine your exercise approach.Optimize your workouts, because targeted exercises make a difference.Get it now.Dynamic Workout Routines for Every LifestylePersonal exercise methods for varying fitness levelsSports injury preventionBuilding exercise habitsHolistic exercise approachesTips for maintaining motivation and consistency...and much more!Nurture your well-being, because this is exercise for enhanced longevity.Get it now.
Northern Shaolin Sword
Master the Way of the Sword!Discover the King of Short Weapons - the Lord of One Hundred Arms!Improve your balance, strength, focus, and martial skills with this elegant and effective Chinese weapon, from America's most respected author and teacher of Shaolin Kung Fu. Mastering the Art of the Northern Shaolin Sword requires extensive physical training, which will result in a strong, finely-tuned body and mind. And as self-defense, Shaolin Sword is indispensable, improving your perception, timing, and reactions, allowing for the quickest and most appropriate response to any given situation.Sword training is one of the highest accomplishments in Chinese martial arts. Northern Shaolin Sword is a complete book for martial artists seeking to refine their skill and spirit.In-Depth History, Fundamentals and Forms.Two-Person Routines, Applications and Fighting Strategies.Three Complete Sword Sequences, including the Rarely Seen or Taught Matching Set.Easy-to-Follow Step-by-Step Photos with Detailed Instruction.
Sport Events and Community Development
This book examines the relationships between sport event hosting and community development goals. With sport events proliferating around the world, from major events to local events, the book explains how community goals can be embedded into sports event planning, and how events at all levels can be most effectively leveraged to achieve positive outcomes and legacies for local communities.Featuring real-world case studies and the perspective of industry practitioners in every chapter, the book explores the commercial, social, and political contexts in which events take place and what is meant by "legacy" and "impact." It introduces the key stakeholders, from residents and local government to NGOs, as well as the spectrum of goals that might be in play, and looks at partnerships working for the best effect. The book also explains the sports event management process, from bidding to planning to venue management to monitoring and evaluation, and considers how community development goals can, and should, be incorporated at every stage.With a practical focus, and full of useful features for learning and understanding, this is essential reading for any student or practitioner with an interest in sports events, community sport, sport development, event management, or sustainable business.
Professional Skills in Sport Psychology Consultancy
Professional Skills in Sport Psychology Consultancy raises awareness of intrapersonal and interpersonal professional practice skills. The book chapters focus on the aspiring practitioner's personal and professional development when working with all kinds of recipients of psychological support in sport including individual athletes, teams, coaches, parents, and administrators.Organized in two sections - intrapersonal processes and interpersonal dynamics - this new book steers readers through the many subtle and complex factors that impact on the professional relationships that ultimately influence successful outcomes and provides guidance for students, researchers, and practitioners about the many intrapersonal and interpersonal processes involved in the working alliance, professional relationship, and sport psychology consultancy.Professional Skills in Sport Psychology Consultancy is a core text for upper-level undergraduate and postgraduate sport psychology students, sport psychologists undergoing professional training, and early career sport psychologists.
Stem Cells For Torn ACL
It's time to embark on a groundbreaking journey to the future of healthcare. Will Bozeman's guide, Stem Cells For Torn ACL, explores this cutting-edge science, where innovation meets healing in the realm of regenerative medicine. Tires of old conventional treatments that offer only limited relief for your torn ACL, leaving you grappling with comprised mobility and daunting rehabilitation? Fear not, as Bozeman unravels the secret weapon that has the potential to rewrite the story of your knee health - stem cell therapy. Bozeman demystifies the new world of stem cells, laying bare the transformative hidden power within our own bodies. Say goodbye to the inefficient, risky, and side-effect-laden treatments as you discover a non-drug, non-invasive approach that promises not just recovery but a resurgence of strength, ability, and athletic prowess. Stem Cells For Torn ACL isn't just a book; it's a beacon of hope for those facing the challenges of a torn ACL tear. Bozeman seamlessly weaves together scientific breakthroughs, real-life success stories, and a compelling call-to-action. Whether you're an athlete yearning to reclaim your former glory or an individual seeking a transformative solution for your torn ACL, this book is your passport to a future where healing knows no bounds. Don't just read about the future - be a part of it. Stem Cells For Torn ACL is not just a guide; it's a roadmap to a new era of health and wellness. Your journey to recovery begins here!
Pacer Coulee Chronicles
Pacer Coulee Chronicles takes the reader down the adventurous path of the 1990 high school fall sports season in the small, rural community of Pacer Coulee, Montana. Edna Coffman, School Board Chairperson and community leader and icon, hires thirty-something coaches Luke Carter and Madison Danielsen with the specific directive of returning the town sports fortunes to its former championship status. The unique-to-small-town interactions are at the forefront in this tale and clearly demonstrate the close interconnections between school, sport and community in rural, small town America. There's plenty of drama to keep the reader engaged, from the rough and troubled life of star football player Tank Hollister to the difficult transition of Elvis His Own Horse and Clare Comes at Night, brother-and-sister Native Americans who transfer from a nearby Reservation to the all-white town and school of Pacer Coulee. It's the myriad of dilemmas and awkward situations that surface among the colorful cast of students, school officials and townsfolk that makes this humorous and entertaining tale such an enjoyable, can't-put-down read.
Daily Exercise Integration
Transform Your Fitness Journey!Embark on a transformative exercise journey with Daily Exercise Integration. This guide unveils strategies for incorporating dynamic workouts into your daily life, effective recovery methods, and much more.Suitable for novices and seasoned enthusiasts, it delivers practical advice to refine your exercise approach.Optimize your workouts, because targeted exercises make a difference.Get it now.Dynamic Workout Routines for Every LifestylePersonal exercise methods for varying fitness levelsSports injury preventionBuilding exercise habitsHolistic exercise approachesTips for maintaining motivation and consistency...and much more!Nurture your well-being, because this is exercise for enhanced longevity.Get it now.
Is It Dark in There?
This book is intended for three types of reader: cave divers old and new; divers who may never enter a cave 'because that stuff is not for me'; but primarily for the curious who wonder what the hell drives someone to take up a pastime so bizarre and mysterious.
A Cabin and Forty Acres
This is the story of a more than 5-year search for just the right piece of property and how to go about making it happen. This book will help you through the process of searching for, finding, and then managing your piece of property so that you never again hear the unwelcome sound of a hunter setting up near you on opening morning!
Australian Shepherd Training Guide Australian Shepherd Training Includes
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. A wealth of reliable methods and procedures, alongside detailed advice for current or soon-to-be-owners is contained within. Contributed to by a series of specialist dog trainers, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.
Xingyiquan
Xingyiquan (Hsing I Chuan) is one of the best known Chinese internal martial arts.Xingyi means "Shape Mind", and Quan means "Fist" or "Style". The name derives from the style's imitation of the movements and inner characteristics of twelve animals. The style was created by Marshal Yeuh Fei, a famous general of the Chinese Song Dynasty.The practice of Xingyiquan, like Taijiquan, improves Qi circulation in the body and maintains health. In addition, the training builds up an abundant level of internal Qi so that both the physical body and the mental body can be strengthened.This book presents traditional Xingyiquan training, including two sequences with many of their martial applications, and the famous fighting set "An Shen Pao". The most unique part of this book is the discussion of Xingyiquan theories and principles, drawn from many of the ancient poems and songs. Understanding these will greatly speed your training.Deepen your Understanding for Great Xingyi.Inspiration and Advice for a Lifetime of Practice.For All Levels of Experience.
Lever-Actions
Join the Lever-ActionRevolution! The tried and true lever-action rifle is more popular than ever. Whether you're looking to collect a classicWinchester for a family heirloom, or purchase a big-bore Marlin for hunting biggame, Lever Actions! covers it all! But this expansive bookdoesn't stop with the classics--we included extensive coverage of today'shigh-performance tactical, competition, and high-performance big bores, plusthe latest .22 rimfire lever-action rifles for plinking and small game hunting. Inside You'll Find: - History and development of lever-action guns - Collectible Winchesters, Henrys and Marlins - Lever-action cartridges and rimfires - State-of-the-art tactical lever actions! Lever Actions! alsoincludes an extensive full-color catalog featuring manylever-action rifles and shotguns available today, making it a valuablereference for both collectors and shooters.
Law, Ethics, and Integrity in the Sports Industry
Sports play a significant role in society, as they are a multilevel field of interest. Nonetheless, a major problem that has been undermining the field is the rise of issues surrounding integrity. Indeed, major scandals of corruption have been disclosed, and they have challenged the effectiveness of sports institutions. As a result, it is vital to explore how to navigate the complex landscape of legal and ethical issues. Law, Ethics, and Integrity in the Sports Industry is an essential reference source that discusses the legitimacy and integrity of sports institutions by focusing on the social, economic, and political influence of sports. Featuring research on topics such as global sports governance, legal and ethical implications, and the validity of e-sports, this book is ideally designed for scholars interested in institutional aspects of sports and ethics, academicians, researchers, advanced-level students, and officials with a broad interest in sports seeking coverage on the institutional aspects of sports and ethics.
Understanding Rivalry and Its Influence on Sports Fans
While rivalries are a key aspect of the sports world, they are not well understood. It is essential to study how rivalries influence fan behavior in order to predict and identify their effect on social interaction, consumer behavior, and the entertainment industry. Understanding Rivalry and Its Influence on Sports Fans is an essential reference source that discusses what causes and influences rivalry, as well as how it impacts sport fans. Featuring research on topics such as bracketed morality, competitive sports, and social identity, this book is ideally designed for academics, students, and researchers studying the rivalry phenomenon across such disciplines as psychology, sociology, political science, sport and entertainment, consumer behavior, and marketing.
A Discussion of Howard Hill and the Longbow
The "King of Archery," "The World's Greatest Archer," "One-Shot," all names referring to Howard Hill -the champion of the longbow. No matter the title, Howard Hill was legendary, and his success led to the promotion of traditional archery and a surge of interest in the American Semi-Longbow. Howard Hill viewed the longbow as the most perfect hunting weapon. His modification of the English longbow to suit his needs, became the American Semi-Longbow. The American Semi-Longbow is synonymous with a Hill-style longbow -the bow that led him in his success. Today there are many versions of the American Semi-Longbow. In a quest to find the features that Howard Hill demanded in his own bows, a weapon that he perfected, was the impetus of this study. We can identify his standards by how his bows were built, what he insisted on in his own line of bows offered to the public, and what he taught to the bowyers employed by him. By examining Howard's original bows and following the progression of design until he perfected this weapon, we understand the qualities necessary in a Hill-style longbow. If you would like to know more about the equipment and the bow that led to his success, then you will enjoy this book. Metadata may include Howard Hill, John Schulz, Traditional Archery, Bamboo Bows, Stick Bows, Self Bows, ASL, Hill-Style Longbow, Archery Hunting, Archery History in America, Hunting with the Bow and Arrow, and Hunting the Hard Way.
