Current developments and changes in snowboarding
Attentive observers of winter sports have noticed in recent years that the once rapidly growing snowboarding scene is currently in a phase of stagnation following a downturn. This paper examines the current developments, changes and trends in snowboarding. The introductory section of this study presents the history and structure of snowboarding. It also shows the number of participants, snowboard sales figures and the development of scene affiliation among young people.
Zero to Beast (Arms Edition)
No gym. No gear. No fluff. Just the most effective bodyweight system ever built for arm growth.Tired of programs that promise everything and deliver nothing? Zero to Beast: Arms Edition cuts through the noise with a proven plan to help you double your arm size in six months-using nothing but your bodyweight, gravity, and grit. Whether you're starting from scratch or pushing toward elite calisthenics levels, this book gives you a complete, no-equipment blueprint to build massive biceps, triceps, and forearms-all from home. Inside: 10 must-do exercises for each of the three major arm zones (Biceps, Triceps - Short Head and Triceps - Long Head)A Beast Progression Table that guides you from total beginner to elite strength-one rep at a timeWorkout logs for each movement to track your progress8 workout plans (2 per level) that hit every arm muscle, every timeA meal plan designed specifically to build mass, fastA full warm-up & rehab system to keep your joints strong and pain-freeA clear, no-BS breakdown of arm anatomy, progression strategy, and how to get resultsYou'll master everything from tricep extensions using a bedsheet to advanced skills like one-arm chin-ups and impossible dips. Each movement is carefully chosen, structured, and scaled for real-world results. This is more than a program. It's a transformation. Six months from now, your arms won't just look stronger-they'll be stronger.
Exploring Esports
This fascinating new book lifts the lid on the rapidly growing esports industry to examine its human dimension, exploring the career paths, performance and wellbeing of esports players, as well as the marketing, media and venue strategies that can keep fans engaged across the life course. The book introduces the fundamentals of esports for the reader who may not have prior knowledge, including key concepts and terminology. Drawing on cutting-edge research from psychology, high performance, business and management, the book explores key issues in contemporary esports, including skill development, health and fitness, career transitions, live streaming, sponsorship, consumer behaviour, and social identity in esports, as well as looking at special populations, from parents of esports players to older people active in esports. Every chapter opens with a thought-provoking question and contains real-world case studies from around the world, as well as the voices of industry professionals. Offering a unique set of perspectives on esports and adding depth to the reading list for any esports course, this is essential reading for any student, researcher or practitioner looking to better understand the esports industry.
Exploring Esports
This fascinating new book lifts the lid on the rapidly growing esports industry to examine its human dimension, exploring the career paths, performance and wellbeing of esports players, as well as the marketing, media and venue strategies that can keep fans engaged across the life course. The book introduces the fundamentals of esports for the reader who may not have prior knowledge, including key concepts and terminology. Drawing on cutting-edge research from psychology, high performance, business and management, the book explores key issues in contemporary esports, including skill development, health and fitness, career transitions, live streaming, sponsorship, consumer behaviour, and social identity in esports, as well as looking at special populations, from parents of esports players to older people active in esports. Every chapter opens with a thought-provoking question and contains real-world case studies from around the world, as well as the voices of industry professionals. Offering a unique set of perspectives on esports and adding depth to the reading list for any esports course, this is essential reading for any student, researcher or practitioner looking to better understand the esports industry.
When in Doubt, Stop the Bout
In When in Doubt, Stopthe Bout, renowned boxing historian Mike Silver presents a shocking expos矇of the sordid underbelly of professional boxing, and uncovers the sport'scriminally flawed infrastructure and those responsible for it.From compromised refereesto poorly trained ringside physicians to an insidious cartel of "sanctioningorganizations" approving dangerous mismatches, Silver lays bare the corruption, the negligence, and the incompetence that has made a dangerous sport even moredangerous. But aside from unmaskingthe chaotic mess that afflicts boxing, this book for the first time proposesgroundbreaking practical solutions that will mitigate the danger and savelives. Penetrating and persuasive, When in Doubt, Stop the Bout willchange forever how you see the sport of boxing.
Official 365 Sports Facts-A-Year Page-A-Day(r) Calendar 2026
PACKED WITH FACTS: Discover day after day of legendary athletes, unbeatable records, amazing accomplishments, unbelievable feats, controversial moments, spectacular comebacks, and more. FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE ALL SPORTS: Includes trivia about football, baseball, basketball, the Olympics, and others. Plus photos, quotes, and more! NOW PLASTIC-FREE!: Page-A-Day(R) Calendars are environmentally friendly! Printed on responsibly sourced paper and 100% recyclable, with sturdy cardboard backers.