Foul or Fair?
There's more to sports than what occurs during games. Check your social media, listen to sports talk radio, or watch ESPN--there are daily stories of social issues in sports regarding concussions, playing hurt, gambling, Olympics and politics, athletes as social activists, paying college athletes, recruiting violations, academics, youth sports, diversity and gender issues, hazing, athletes' mental health, disabled athletes' rights, sportsmanship, and media coverage. How do these issues affect athletes, fans, and society? Written equally for casual and hardcore fans, this book analyzes social and ethical issues in sports in a lively, journalistic manner, combining quotes from writers, broadcasters, athletes, coaches and others with the author's observations. It shows pros and cons of how sports affect our daily lives and society. While sports inspire and excite us and lead to social change like the civil rights movement, Title IX, and rights of disabled people, controversies surrounding sports can be divisive even as sports work as a uniting factor in society.
A Global History of Doping in Sport
From turn-of-the-century horseracing to the monolithic anti-doping attitudes now supported by sporting organizations, the development of anti-doping ideology has spread throughout modern sport. Yet heretofore few historians have explored the many ways that international sport has responded to doping. This book seeks to fill that gap by examining different aspects of sport's global efforts to respond to athletes doping. By incorporating cultural, political, and feminist histories that examine international responses to doping, this special issue aims to better articulate the narrative of doping. The work starts with the first mention of doping in any sport. It examines not only the first efforts to ban doping but also the athletes who sought performance enhancers. Focusing on specific framing events, authors in this issue examine how history of doping and how it has indelibly marked the sporting landscape. The result is a work with both breadth and focus. From stories of Japanese swimmers to Italian runners to American jockeys, the work spans the range of doping history. At the same time, the authors remain focused around one single issue: the history of doping in sport.This bookw as published as a special issue of the International Journal of the History of Sport.
The Code of Traditional Archery
The Code of Traditional Archery is a book reflecting on the journey of traditional bowhunting, the ethics and the process that guides us along our path. Following along in a story, teach, lessons learned format that is both earnest and organic in approaching the true process of a hunting legacy. Bringing back traditional bowhunting to its intended roots, without the need for technology. Walk with the writer, in an in-depth approach to the developmental process that draws the reader into a world where the hunter becomes connected with prey, developing a deeper sense of appreciation for nature and environment and the three pillars of the Code of Traditional Archery;Weapons proficiency and shot accuracy, the kinetic and kinesthetic process of shooting a bow effectively for hunting purposes. Ethics to guide us on our journey to ensure effective shot presentations and to be part of the circle of life connecting us with our past.Conservation and stewardship of the environment and connection to the predator/prey cycle that we as hunters understand in a way that is intimately connected to our wild spaces.
ACT in Sport
Does unhelpful thinking influence your sporting performance, or the athletes you work with? Athletes of all levels experience barriers to performance beyond the physical challenges they face. These can range from, performance anxiety, overthinking, and lack of concentration, to issues of motivation or difficulties when dealing with team members. ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - is a modern and effective psychological approach based on a scientific understanding of human thought and emotional processes. ACT uses a practical and easy-to-use framework for skill development through values-based action, commitment, defusion, mindfulness, and acceptance. By utilising ACT, athletes will flourish into their better selves and improve their performances across their sports and beyond. ACT in Sport is a practical workbook that provides a variety of simple strategies for athletes, sport psychologists, and coaches - regardless of their level of ability - for growing their skills. It is a manual for anyone wanting to become familiar with this increasingly popular but poorly understood approach to the psychology of sports performance. More than 20 practical exercises are included, and a free-to-download workbook accompanies the book. Foreword by Patrick Smith and Steven C. Hayes.
Kettlebell Training
Are you tired of the same old machines at the gym you've used over and over again? Has your boredom led to fewer trips to the gym or even a cancellation? John Powers is a personal trainer with years of experience in high-intensity training, calisthenics, and kettlebells. Now using one simple piece of equipment, Powers will show you how to transform your arms, legs, and abs in just minutes a day. Here is a preview of what you'll learn...What is kettlebell training and why is it good for youHow heavy should you lift?Amazing upper body excercisesAmazing lower body excercisesThe ultimate combo exercisesAnd much, much more!This book will provide you with the foundational elements, techniques and understanding of how to effectively start using your Kettlebell. These are a superb piece of kit for building strength and skill when used correctly. The aim of this book is to teach you how to do this safely and provide you with a strong foundation from which to build.
Sport Policy Across the United Kingdom
This book provides a comparative analysis of sport and physical activity policies, processes, and practices across the home nations (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland) of the United Kingdom.
Applying Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Approaches in Sport
Cognitive-behavioural therapies (CBTs) are foundational to sport psychology. The majority of the psychological techniques employed by sport psychologists in their work with athletes stem from CBTs. However, there is a knowledge gap concerning what CBTs are and how the different types of CBTs can be applied in sport. This knowledge gap is important to fill, because CBTs are highly effective and are easily integrated into the sport setting, and thus practitioners should be aware of, if not trained in, such approaches. Applying Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Approaches in Sport is the first dedicated volume to bring together the dominant cognitive-behavioural approaches to sport psychology. This book includes state-of-the-art evidence regarding the theory and practice of CBTs in sport, produced by academic and applied leaders in the area. Chapters include key historical and theoretical information about the CBTs and intricate details as to how a range of CBTs are applied in the real world of sport. Also, in each chapter, authors will cover historical and contemporary literature, and offer a hypothetical applied case study that details how the approach is applied in sport. Practitioners (sport psychologists; psychotherapists), trainees, and students (undergraduate, and post-graduate) will for the first time receive an in-depth and sport-specific resource that includes a range of CBTs, making this book one of a kind.
The Ultimate Guide to Nascar Racing
Get ready for the ultimate NASCAR experience with The Ultimate Guide to NASCAR Racing. This comprehensive guide takes you through the history, facts and figures, and exciting moments of NASCAR racing, from its humble beginnings to the present day. Discover the drivers, the flags used during the races and what they mean, and the different types of tracks that make up the NASCAR racing world. But that's not all- this guide also provides a detailed overview of car evolutions, including the latest technological advancements that have made these vehicles faster and more powerful than ever before. Gain insight into the seasons of NASCAR racing, with an in-depth look at the thrilling races that take place each year. The Ultimate Guide to NASCAR Racing is a must-have book for any NASCAR fan!
Lessons in the Art of War
Become a Better Martial Artist by Applying Lessons from the World's Greatest Military Strategists from Sun Tzu to Von Clausewitz Lessons in the Art of War investigates the theories and philosophies of the most prominent military thinkers in Asia and Europe and examines the combat roots of a variety of fighting styles from traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean martial arts to the fighting arts of the ancient Greeks and modern Israelis. It also demonstrates how the martial arts, whether Asian or Western in origin, were historically about brutal fighting, often to the death, and how ancient attitudes and beliefs can be adapted for success in today's MMA steel cage, judo or karate tournament as they were in ancient armies. Including an introduction to Asian and Western military thought, chapters include: The Nature and Conduct of CombatWhat is Combat?Preparing for BattleElements of Tactics and StrategyImposing Your WillDestroying the Enemy ForceStrength of the Defensive PositionFailureMoral Quality of CourageSecuring Victory
A Comprehensive Guide to Finding the Right Martial Arts School for Beginners
Are you interested in learning martial arts but unsure how to find the right school? This comprehensive guide is perfect for beginners looking to start their martial arts journey. Learn how to research and evaluate potential schools based on location, instructor qualifications, curriculum, and safety. Discover the importance of setting goals and tracking progress and understand the enrollment process and costs associated with training. With helpful tips on how to observe a class and talk to current students and parents, you'll gain an inside look at the culture and atmosphere of each school. This guide addresses misconceptions about martial arts schools and answers frequently asked questions. Whether you're interested in karate, taekwondo, or another martial art, this guide will help you find the right school to fit your needs and set you on the path to success in your martial arts journey.
Single Action Sixguns
The Six Shooter's Indispensable Guide No firearm is more easily recognizable than the 1873 Colt single action Army revolver - conjuring up images of Theodore Roosevelt in the Dakotas, Lt. George Patton with Black Jack Pershing in Mexico and the Earps and Doc Holliday at the O.K. Corral.Colt's famous six-shooter is one of hundreds of models of single action revolvers that have been used in battles across the continent. Packed with more than 350 photos and thousands of facts about single-action revolvers from 1850 to today, Single Action Sixguns captures a history beginning with Samuel Colt and ending with Bill Ruger, John Linebaugh and Dick Casull.In this fascinating book, you will find chapters on: Customizing single action sixguns Grips, loads and leather Hunting Personal defense Ammunition, cartridge reloading and moreThis book is also available from Echo Point Books as a hardcover (ISBN 1635616913).
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in Sport and Performance
Many sport and performance psychologists worldwide practise cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) as a therapeutic and applied practice approach. But no textbook currently offers a blueprint to understand and use CBT in sport and performance settings. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in Sport and Performance: An Applied Practice Guide builds upon a tangible foundation for the practice of CBT and related techniques in sport and performance contexts. This new book presents key points to help students and practitioners bring CBT into the sport and performance context. We focus on the 'what is' and the 'how to'. Drawing upon the latest research and a wealth of applied practice experience, this easy-to-use guide takes the reader through each step of the CBT process with case examples, plain instructions, and worksheets to maximise the quality and depth necessary for effective CBT practice. As an applied guide, this book educates undergraduates and postgraduates in sport and performance psychology (and all its variants). This book is an instrumental guidance material for sport and exercise psychology students but also invaluable as a practice guide for performance psychology trainees in applied practice placements and as a refresher primer for established professionals.
The Spartan Mindset
An engaging and insightful resource for leaders of all kinds, The Spartan Brain masterfully explains the scientific and psychological impact of words on the brain-with a focus on training and coaching. "Coach Reed" Maltbie includes real-life examples to demonstrate how words can inspire optimal performance in the classroom, on the playing field, at the office, and in everyday life.
The Manual on Ownership of the Shashka in the Military Guard of the USSR
This manual was written for the Red Army to provide a standard of training for the Shashka Saber for the military personnel. This manual is for teaching how to use this weapon in melee situations and in convoys. This weapon was used in conjunction with rifles and pistols in the field and in urban environments.
A Walk in the Cotswolds
Barbara and Henry walk through The Cotswolds in England staying at B&Bs. Join them on their travels.
Slapping Leather
Unapologetically brings gay rodeo out of the closetCampy and competitive, gay rodeo offers a community of refuge that straddles the urban and rural. Since the mid-1970s, gay rodeos have provided space to both embrace and challenge the idealized masculinity associated with the iconic cowboy of the US West. Slapping Leather traces the history and growth of gay rodeo over the decades, demonstrating how queer cowfolx have fought to build a community where LGBTQ+ people can escape discrimination in both mainstream rodeos and broader society. Yet not all LGBTQ+ groups have found full acceptance in gay rodeo. Originally formed by gay men for gay men, the rodeo has at times perpetuated historically problematic ideas about the US West, the iconic cowboy, and the meaning of masculinity. Despite the gay rodeo's credo of acceptance, its history reveals complicated relationships with straight rodeo, gender stereotypes, and women competitors. Drawing from multiple archives and over seventy oral history interviews, historians Elyssa Ford and Rebecca Scofield demonstrate how amid these tensions, participants, volunteers, and spectators continue to redefine the performance of the cowboy and national belonging.
Horsewatching
As a zoologist and a lifelong student of animal behavior, Desmond Morris approaches the horse world in an unusual way, dealing with topics often ignored in equine literature. In addition to examining details of behavior, Dr Morris considers such questions as why horseshoes bring good luck, why we don't eat horses, why jockeys are allowed to whip their mounts and why we call a bad dream a nightmare. And for punters everywhere, he applies his zoological mind to the all-important question of why some horses run faster than others.
Slapping Leather
Unapologetically brings gay rodeo out of the closetCampy and competitive, gay rodeo offers a community of refuge that straddles the urban and rural. Since the mid-1970s, gay rodeos have provided space to both embrace and challenge the idealized masculinity associated with the iconic cowboy of the US West. Slapping Leather traces the history and growth of gay rodeo over the decades, demonstrating how queer cowfolx have fought to build a community where LGBTQ+ people can escape discrimination in both mainstream rodeos and broader society. Yet not all LGBTQ+ groups have found full acceptance in gay rodeo. Originally formed by gay men for gay men, the rodeo has at times perpetuated historically problematic ideas about the US West, the iconic cowboy, and the meaning of masculinity. Despite the gay rodeo's credo of acceptance, its history reveals complicated relationships with straight rodeo, gender stereotypes, and women competitors. Drawing from multiple archives and over seventy oral history interviews, historians Elyssa Ford and Rebecca Scofield demonstrate how amid these tensions, participants, volunteers, and spectators continue to redefine the performance of the cowboy and national belonging.
Sociology for Physical Education and Sports Coaching
This book introduces the fundamentals of sport sociology and social issues in sport for students of PE and coaching. It provides an accessible, jargon-free foundation for understanding the relationships between sport, education and wider society that puts into context the reader's applied studies in PE and coaching.
Shadowboxing in Shanghai
This is the hardcover edition of Shadowboxing in Shanghai.
Blind Hill
GiGi is in college, planning to become a psychologist so that she can afford to keep her horses and compete at a competitive amateur level. Then a freak accident brings the horse of a lifetime to her, and she begins to question whether or not she should remain an amateur, or if she should try to become a professional in the brutal, cutthroat world of competitive jumping.
Better Body Through Weights
In this workout routine you will find many reasons to lift weights, determine what it can do for you, how to approach your workouts, best methods, and an extensive full workout for beginner to advanced bodybuilders. Proper use of this complete routine, not just the workout section, will insure that you follow the correct approach to the three areas of diet, workouts, and a thought process. All of this promotes a healthy exercise lifestyle.
Jiu Jitsu
Edition 4.1 - Updated 2025 Jiu jitsu is an unarmed form of combat first used by the samurai warriors of ancient Japan. It's an all-round martial art that uses striking, blocking, grappling, locking, throwing, ground, submission and weapons techniques. The emphasis is on technique over power and strength by using the opponent's force against themselves. This book is not intended to be a 'how to' manual for learning jiu jitsu, instead it picks up on all those areas of jiu jitsu that can be learned and researched 'off the mat' and outside of the dōjō. For those students wanting to achieve higher grades in jiu jitsu this book will supplement their physical training with a wider theoretical knowledge. Chapter 1: Summary - What is Jiu Jitsu?- Learning Jūjutsu- Sensei- Tori and Uke Chapter 2: History - Historical Periods of Japan- The Samurai- Bushidō- Bujutsu and Budō- The History of Jūjutsu- The Jūjutsu Schools of Ancient Japan- The History of British Jūjutsu- The History of American Jūjutsu- Classical, Traditional and Modern Jūjutsu- The Future of Jūjutsu Chapter 3: Mentality - Jūjutsu Etiquette- The Spirit and Philosophy of Jūjutsu Chapter 4: Physicality - Jūjutsu Technique- Anatomy- Fitness- The Laws of Physics Applied to Jūjutsu Chapter 5: Progeny - Jūjutsu Family Tree- Jūdō- Aikidō- Ninjutsu- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu- Jūjutsu in Mixed Martial Arts Chapter 6: Ancillary - The Uniform of Jūjutsu- The Belt Ranking System- Jūjutsu Syllabus - The Weapons of Jūjutsu - Self-defence and UK Law- Jūjutsu Black Belt (Shodan) Theory Test
Perform & Thrive
Good mental health and wellbeing are the cornerstones of success and fulfilment in both sport and life. Without them, barriers appear insurmountable, and victories can feel hollow. It is possible to perform for periods of time if you are struggling mentally, but this state is not sustainable or enjoyable.So, how do sportspeople keep on top of wellbeing and the mental side to both sporting performances and life overall? In this book, by top Chartered Psychologist Sarah Broadhead, we deep dive into the elements that really count, and identify what can be done - practically - to provide sportspeople with the best possible chance of success.Filled with real-world examples, findings from the latest research, plus life stories from top athletes, this book - for athletes, coaches, and administrators - is a must-read for nurturing people who wish to perform and thrive!> Understand how good mental health and wellbeing can be seen as a continuum, not a state.> Differentiate between good mental health and poor mental health, and dig into the many factors that influence our shifting state of wellbeing.> Discover the importance of understanding yourself and what makes you tick, plus the impact of sporting cultures and society's broader pressures.> Understand the impact of relationships - both good and unhealthy - and what can be done to improve them.> Learn how to manage stress, fear, and anxiety, plus injuries, illness, competitions, disappointment, and more.> Recognise the power and importance of physical and mental rest and recovery.> Learn the value of support, and how to get the right kind of help.> Foreword by Jade Jones, OBE - Double Olympic Taekwondo Champion Important Note: this is a UK publication and makes reference to a selection of professional and sporting organisations and initiatives within the UK. For readers outside the UK - including the US, Canada, and Australia - country-specific resources are not listed, but the author's core information remains relevant and applicable to athlete wellbeing and good mental health.
The Lost Cowboy
Is it Possible to 'Cowboy' on Six Continents? That is just what J. B. Zielke did in his early twenties. Argentina to Mongolia, Mexico to Australia this book takes you to places that you may not have even realized there are cowboys. Gunfights, feral bulls, bank truck robberies, and little old men riding reindeer are all part of this modern-day international cowboy journey. Being a cowboy is a dangerous occupation no matter where in the world it's done. There are many similarities among cowboys all over the world but even more, differences are discussed in this book. It will leave you with a new appreciation for the problems ranchers face all over the world. Whether you live in a big city high-rise or on a ranch this collection of true stories will have you on the edge of your seat. "As cattlemen, we dream of what life was like on a trail crew driving herds north with no fences in sight. Places where technology fades away, and the spirit of the wild is still king. Something has driven J.B. to travel to where the modern world has just begun to meet the untamed land. In this book, he records what those worlds are like while they still exist." - Colter Wall
Triggercise
Triggercise is an innovative method of training shooters. Fast and effective, you can use the step-by-step Triggercise system virtually anywhere-your home or your office-to significantly improve your shooting skills. Created by Michael Mansfield, a former personal trainer and current shooting instructor, the Triggercise techniques combine shooting instruction with principles of strength and sports training, making your shooting as effortless and accurate as possible with just a few minutes' practice a day.
The Fast Kid
Tre Taylor's idols are Odell Beckham Jr. and Usain Bolt. Tre wishes to be a professional football player with the speed of Usain Bolt. He knows he has to start at an early age to accomplish his dreams.
Lessons in Lightness Expanded Edition
Lessons in Lightness Expanded Edition by Mark Russell, published posthumously, further advances the concept of Art Form Riding first presented in the 2004 edition ofLessons in Lightness. Soft shaping and the development of the horse's flexibility, balance, and strength through a heightened sense of relaxation, this approach teaches us that mobility gives forward. Through logical gymnastic progressions, a positive feedback loop of relaxation, flexibility, and strength develops. From these progressions, energy springs forth so horses work in concert with their riders with calmness and exuberance.Maintaining both relaxation and balance in a forward mindset can be a difficult state to achieve. Lessons in Lightness Full Color Expanded Edition offers in-depth guidance on how to create this often elusive combination.Progressions include: - Accessing the horse's jaw and spine.- Teaching the horse that the bit is an indicator for relaxation.- Development of the horse's often over-looked balance-inducing postural muscles.- Development of flexion and strength through lateral movements and rein-back in relaxed postures.- Necessary for success, each lesson begins in hand before progressing under saddle.A new chapter entitled The Hidden Influences of the Bridle: The Stomatognathic Systemby Jillian Kreinbring M. S. underlines an expanded focus on equine biomechanics. Understanding the horse's functional anatomy is highlighted throughout this edition; it is the key to avoiding many common roadblocks.In the 1980's Mark studied with Master Nuno Oliveira. He practiced Tai Chi and Chi Gong for decades. Later Mark infused certain Natural Horsemanship philosophies into his practice. Mark's gifts were to see, understand, and maintain an approach that did not stray from these unifying philosophies. Mark Russell lost his life on June 12, 2016. Mark's wife, Hela, is committed to preserving his life's work. For more information, Visit www.naturaldressage.com
The Bushido Code
Words of wisdom from great samurai leaders: A collection of inspiring essays and aphorisms from Japan's leading warriors Samurai warrior leaders had to deal with grim conditions of life, death and survival. But such men were not simply rough uneducated fighters: they often personified the Far Eastern ideal of balancing cultural awareness and artistic expertise with high martial abilities. Their sayings, precepts and the anecdotes about them are informed by a broad spectrum of interests, many of which are still of great value today. This book provides English translations of the essential thoughts and teachings of 55 great Samurai leaders--from Takeda Shingen and Oda Nobunaga to Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu--the men who unified Japan and established a system of government that survived for generations Advice in this book includes: You should not envy the swords and clothing of others.It goes without saying that you should arrange your hair early in the morning if you are going out to your work, but this should be done even if you are thinking of staying at home.When you think too much, it is difficult to achieve your objectives. If you are too clever and look too far ahead, you will accomplish nothing.If you have some pressing or urgent affair, write it down with a calm state of mind.Your regular meals should be light, and you should not take a trivial liking for elegant cuisine.If someone promotes only those things the lord finds acceptable, and never remonstrates with him at all, you should watch that man carefully.No matter how wise a person may be, you should never depend fully on him but rather, understand that you are always on your own.Covering universal themes ranging from the courage and ambition to face daily affairs, the insights and strategies necessary to deal with allies and opponents, the value of art and literature, and even why and how to save money-- this is a book whose ancient wisdom is still highly relevant and of great value to readers today.
The Way of Samuel
Samuel is a huge Spanish Slug with a vision: to slime the full length of the El Camino from St Jean Pied de Port to Santiago de Compostella, and then, things still going well, on to Finisterre. Fully supported by his slau, Sally, he sets out with his tiny backpack, only to encounter challenges at every turn.If it's not stick carrying people, it is the weather, dangerously careless boots and cyclists, snorers, temptations and temptresses, and, most dangerous of all, operatives working hard for SPECTRE to see to it that Samuel is unsuccessful in his plan. Samuel's slau too, has inadvertently complicated matters by defeating a high ranking Spanish politicians' daughter in a competition.But Samuel finds support along the way. There are El Camino Miracles: fellow pilgrims who care, hospitality beyond expectations and good wine served will all pilgrim meals. But most of all, British Ministry MI10 take a keen interest in seeing that Samuel is successful in his mission, and will uncover a vast conspiracy that could threaten the entire slug population.And just off the path, a guardian angel is watching carefully.Colourful characters appear along the way, some with an understanding of Samuel's language, Arion Vulgaris, which is sprinkled throughout the verses, and some without. Some good and some not as helpful, these characters are based on real people the author encountered when he walked the El Camino with friends and family. Samuel too was also spotted on the track by the author, not far from Larrasoana.The story follows Samuel's adventure along the Way of St James, from posing his idea to Sally to settling back at his home in Seville. There are sumptuous illustrations, explanatory excerpts from the Arionspeak dictionary and biographical notes for all of the main characters.Samuel is certainly not a common garden slug and his El Camino is far from typical.With the odds stacked against him, can Samuel finally find his way?
Pickleball for Life
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, in large part because it is so accessible. It seems like everyone can play it, regardless of age or athletic ability. Bursts of high-intensity effort during a game, however, can lead to injuries. Overstretching to reach a ball, taking a tumble during a point, or not adequately warming up before a game is all too common. While it is easy to pick up a paddle and learn to play, it can be challenging to know how to prevent an injury. For this reason, PICKLEBALL FOR LIFE: PREVENT INJURY, PLAY YOUR BEST & ENJOY THE GAME is an important resource for all pickleball players. Coauthored by a personal fitness trainer and a physician, this book offers needed guidance to players at all skill levels and entry points. PICKLEBALL FOR LIFE helps readers through everything from a proper nutritional plan, pickleball training activities, and a head-to-toe approach for injury prevention to a brief pre- and postgame routine. The book also points to additional helpful resources, like videos that demonstrate appropriate exercises. With its easy-to-read conversational tone, readers will feel as though a personal trainer is helping them reach their unique pickleball goals. "Reynolds & Saint share a totally engaging, personalized, honest and insightful guide to growing any players enjoyment of and benefit from pickle ball, with tools toward avoiding injury." - Robert Hogikyan "This short book is full of tips that will help you to improve your overall health, reduce chance of injury, and improve your game, while maximizing your enjoyment of this amazing sport!" - Larry Junck "Pickleball for Life is a concise guide to keeping you flexible and mobile not just for a better dinking game but to keep you on the court into your 80s." - Christy Howden, Co-owner of Wolverine Pickleball "Reynolds & Saint place personal training at your fingertips. Their instruction not only improves your game but offers a safer solution to reduce pain after you play." - Vineet Chopra
French Equitation
Fully annotated edition.The two greatest masters of the art are Fran癟ois Baucher and James Fillis [Principles of Dressage and Equitation, a.k.a Breaking and Riding with full military commentaries, Xenophon Press 2017]. With them, in the light of their principles, riding has become truly an art, because these masters have been satisfied to set forth their practices, without giving the reason, the wherefore, of the acts which they dictate. For example, the two effects of the rider's hand upon the lower jaw of the horse impel the animal to the right or to the left. The pressure of the rider's legs upon the horse's flanks gives two more sensations. Here, then, are four signs, by means of which the rider communicates with his mount and thereby controls its entire mechanism. These sensations, caused in a living animal, certainly have for it a meaning: they oblige certain parts to act. The rider closes his leg upon the horse's right flank, and the horse turns to the right. But what is the mechanical reason?When each and every movement of the horse in response to its rider's signals is explained on mechanical principles, then equitation is no longer an art. It has become a science, and therefore invariable. The difference between my system of training the horse and the systems of Baucher and Fillis is, in part, that I have carried farther the science as distinguished from the art. But besides this, while Baucher and Fillis trained their horses for the sake of executing the movements of the high school, I employ these airs of the high school, not as an end in themselves, but as a means for developing the physical and mental qualities of the horse itself. These masters specially chose the animals which they were to train. I, by means of my system of gymnastics, seek to improve and develop an animal of any original conformation that may be given me.The purposes of this manual are, therefore, to explain the mechanical reason for every effect which the rider exerts on the horse, and to set forth the successive steps by which, practically, an actual animal is to be trained and developed. Underlying principles and theories are everywhere explained with the greatest possible clearness. In spite of a good deal of inevitable condensation, the methods here set forth should prove perfectly easy both to understand and to apply.For seventy-six years, as cavalier, as student, as instructor, I have ridden, under every sort of conditions, horses of every type, every conformation, and every breeding. My first experiment, at the age of five, was with a donkey, young and entirely unbroken. At the beginning, I was more often on the ground than on the donkey's back; but after six months of perseverance, all its gambols failed to unseat me. At eight years, I had a pony, thirteen and a half hands high; and I received instruction from the Comte d'Aure, Esquire-in-Chief of the cavalry school."
Bauman's Fight Book
This is a companion volume to the facsimile of Bauman's Fight Book (sometimes called Codex Wallerstein). In its pages, you will find articles from some of the leading scholars in the field of historical European martial arts studies that highlight various aspects of the manuscript and the world it came from. It begins with a detailed description of the manuscript and its history by Michael Chidester, followed by a transcription by Dierk Hagedorn and a full translation by Christian Henry Tobler and Jessica Finley.In the discussion section, Finley and Tobler also introduce the contents of parts A and B in a paper that discusses the various teachings and explores relationships with the tradition of Johannes Liechtenauer. Bartlomiej Walczak discusses the dagger section and uses it as a lens through which to examine the origins and structure of the Augsburg tradition as a whole. Lucien Lee discusses the Messer fencing and proposes connections to other pre-Leck羹chner texts. Elias Flatscher evaluates the wrestling teachings and compares them to modern wrestling traditions. Charles Lin and Marlene Hurst present a discussion of the historical context of the fighting teachings of parts A and B and some advice on training them in ways that reflect that context. Finally, Dierk Hagedorn shows connections between the illustrations in part C and Gladiatoria. An appendix contains an edition of another manuscript with similar artwork by Reinier van Noort and Oskar ter Mors.Apart from the facsimile, the manuscript scans are also published in a paperback volume under ISBN 978-1-953683-29-8.
Youngsters are playing a catchy game! - Teaching judo to children
Football in the Nordic Countries
This book explores football culture, organisation and development in the five Nordic countries - Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden and Norway. These countries represent an important case study in sport culture, policy and management, being shaped by unique traditions in their civil society and in social welfare and public policy.
A Guide to Swimming Pool Maintenance and Filtration Systems
Swimming pools offer a controlled environment in which to exercise, and they can also provide hours of fun and recreation. But installing and maintaining a swimming pool can be a daunting task. In A Guide to Swimming Pool Maintenance and Filtration Systems, author E T Chan presents fundamental principles in the planning, design, maintenance, and operation of swimming pools, including the sizing of the pool filtration system and the filtration plant room. Illustrated with stories and anecdotes from Chan's personal experience, this guide offers technical know-how to correctly design and install proper swimming pool filtration systems. He discusses the importance of physics and science in maintaining a healthy pool and provides awareness of general pool health versus swimmer health. Filled with a wealth of practical information, Chan includes diagrams, charts, and graphs to help pool professionals apply their skills. A Guide to Swimming Pool Maintenance and Filtration Systems serves as a manual for those involved in swimming pool design, construction, and maintenance. It contains details covering the required mechanical and electrical engineering as well as the application of swimming pool filtration system designs and analyses-in solving most of the practical and complex problems faced by the professionals in the industry today.
Super Champions
Another absorbing material from Lyn Christian. In this book he covers the Football Champions from 1929 (Green Bay Packers) up to 2021. Some team statistics and trivia were thrown in as well.
The Opposite of Safe
This book might just save your life. With real-life examples, reactions to mass shootings, criminal violence, and other stressful events are explored. Detailed are what happens to your body, mind, and perception during a violent incident. This book is written by a lay person for lay persons.
Sport Shooting Logbook
This premium, simple, handy and easy to use Sport Shooting Logbook with Modern and Premium Cover Design for Shooters, Marksman, Markswoman is professionally designed to help you keep detailed record of Date, Time, Location, Firearm, Scope Type, Ammunition, Seating Depth, Distance, Powder, Primer, Brass, Diagram Pages. Get your Perfect Gift Today!Features Sport Shooting Logbook: ⚬ Book with 120 pages ⚬ Glossy Cover with Modern Cover Design ⚬ Interior: Good Quality White Paper ⚬ Size 6 x 9 inches
The Opposite of Safe
This book is intended on saving lifes. It explains the physical and mental reactions to mass shootings, criminal violence and other horrific events.
Chair Yoga for Seniors Over 60
Take the first step towards a healthier, happier and more fulfilling lifestyle with chair yoga for seniors today!With clear, step-by-step instructions and illustrations, this comprehensive guide is your one-stop resource for everything you need to know about chair yoga. Whether you are looking to improve your overall health and wellbeing, boost your energy levels, or simply reduce stress and tension, this book has got you covered.So what are you waiting for?Embrace the power of chair yoga today and start reaping the many physical, mental and emotional benefits that come with it! Order your copy now and get ready to transform your life!
Athlete Activism
This book takes a close look at the phenomenon of athlete activism, across all levels of sport from elite and international sport to collegiate and semi-pro, and asks what this tells us about the relationship between sport and wider society.
An Exploratory Study On Effective Ways Of Combating Doping In Professional Sports
Shooting Data Logbook
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Karate Science
Dynamics, motion, sensation...they are karate's connective tissue―and they are the heart of this book.Karate Science: Dynamic Movement will help you understand the mechanics of the human body. Swanson describes these principles in incredible detail, drawing on examples from several styles of karate, as well as aikido, taekwondo, and judo. Whatever your martial background, applying this knowledge will make your techniques better, stronger, and faster.Understand the major types of techniques, including their outward appearances and internal feelings.Master the core principles behind these feelings.Learn the biomechanics and dynamics of core movement.Karate Science: Dynamic Movement is filled with examples, anecdotes, and beautiful illustrations. Although Shotokan karate is the author's frame of reference, the principles of human mechanics translate to all martial styles.This book featuresClear and insightful explanations of dynamic movement.Over 100 illustrations.Profound but accessible analysis of the kihon, or fundamentals of Shotokan karate.As a lifelong student of martial arts, J. D. Swanson, Ph.D., had searched through piles of books on form and function. "Stand here, step there" they said. But where movement was concerned, none went deep enough. No one was discussing the dynamics―the actual feeling of the moves. Both in print and in live teaching, karate instruction tends to focus on stances and finishing positions. But dynamics, motion, sensation...they are karate's connective tissue―and they are the heart of this book."Karate Science: Dynamic Movement is rooted in the teachings of the masters," Swanson says. "This book nucleates that knowledge, clarifying and distilling the key principles behind movement dynamics. This is the next evolution of karate books."
