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Paperback. Condición: Fair. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Aims to provide a complete guide to canoeing, from canoeing skills to an entire section on destinations. The book shows readers how to discover the fun and excitement of canoeing and provides all the information necessary to gain enjoyment from this outdoor activity.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This guide offers readers practical advice on every aspect of running, from how to choose the right shoes, to how to set up an effective training programme, and how to improve race tactics. The book includes the author's own anecdotes about his own and others' successes and failures, and he offers runners advice on how to balance their training by rotating workout distances; how to measure, record and analyze their times and distances; how to improve racing with more efficient pacing; how to supplement running with other exercises; and set challenging, yet reachable running goals. The book should enlighten elite runners and joggers alike. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This guide provides advice on selecting the right board and accessories, a complete pre-snowboarding fitness programme of stretches and strength exercises, explanations of key snowboarding skills and pointers for handling crowds and finding the best snow.

Paperback. Condición: Good. This guide provides a training system for improving performance in only five to nine hours of workouts a week. By working out for short periods at threshold level, athletes build a conditioning base that translates into faster times in swimming, cycling and running. Features in this resource include complete sample workouts for three weeks of swim, bike or run emphasis; a chapter on improving form; a section of quick tips and training drills; and a two-week crash training schedule. …

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Provides activities to prepare students for climbing and learning activities with classroom curriculum concepts while traversing the wall. This book features pre-climbing activities for students to gain core strength, lead-up activities, dome cones and other off-wall activities to prepare for climbing and wall activities.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This guide provides a training system for improving performance in only five to nine hours of workouts a week. By working out for short periods at threshold level, athletes build a conditioning base that translates into faster times in swimming, cycling and running. Features in this resource include complete sample workouts for three weeks of swim, bike or run emphasis; a chapter on improving form; a section of quick tips and training drills; and a two-week crash training schedule. …

Paperback. Condición: Good. Suitable for beginners, an introduction to rock climbing which explains equipment and provides instruction needed for safe climbs. Features a glossary of rock climbing terms and a description of some of the best pitches around the world. From the OUTDOOR PURSUITS series.

Paperback. Condición: Good. This book includes detailed technique and motivational advice on cycling, running and swimming, including strategic insights, technique refinements and training prescriptions. Readers can customise training phases into individual training schemes.

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Paperback. Condición: Good. Widely regarded as one of America's leading strength and fitness professionals, the author has won numerous natural bodybuilding titles and has been published or featured in virtually every major fitness magazine. In this book, he brings his expertise to everything needed for completing a total-body transformation in just six months.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Widely regarded as one of America's leading strength and fitness professionals, the author has won numerous natural bodybuilding titles and has been published or featured in virtually every major fitness magazine. In this book, he brings his expertise to everything needed for completing a total-body transformation in just six months.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. Created by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Exercise Technique Manual for Resistance Training, Third Edition With Online Video, is a practical resource for current and aspiring strength and conditioning professionals and personal trainers. With unmatched visual demonstration of a variety of free weight and machine exercises, the text is a valuable tool for those preparing for NSCA certification and for others who design programs for athletes and clients of all ages and fitness levels. The fully updated, full-color reference explains 70 resistance training exercises with step-by-step instructions, photos, and online video demonstrations. The third edition contains several new features: ? Online video for each resistance training exercise, which demonstrates proper technique and highlights common errors in technique ? Expanded coverage from 57 to 70 exercises (54 free weight and 16 machine exercises), with many exercises greatly revised ? A special section on alternative modes and nontraditional implements, including kettlebell exercises Exercise Technique Manual for Resistance Training, Third Edition With Online Video, is organized by body region, including total body, lower body, upper body, and core, and focuses on specific resistance training exercises that pertain to each region. Every chapter contains a table that describes each exercise's concentric action, predominant muscle groups, and muscles involved, enabling readers to understand the impact of the exercises on each body region. To reinforce fundamental techniques, the text includes guidelines related to general safety, tips for breathing and spotting, preparatory body position, and weight belt recommendations. Exercises are explained through sequential instructions and photos to ensure that readers will learn the safest and most effective technique. Accompanying checklists identify the correct grip, stance, body position, and range of motion for each exercise. Online videos demonstrate proper technique as well as common errors so that users can recognize incorrect techniques and make appropriate adjustments. These videos are an invaluable resource and visual aid for learning correct technique?in the strength and conditioning facility and in the classroom. With the inclusion of additional exercises as well as online video demonstrations, Exercise Technique Manual for Resistance Training, Third Edition With Online Video, is the most authoritative and current resource in teaching safe and effective resistance exercise techniques.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Created by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Exercise Technique Manual for Resistance Training, Third Edition With Online Video, is a practical resource for current and aspiring strength and conditioning professionals and personal trainers. With unmatched visual demonstration of a variety of free weight and machine exercises, the text is a valuable tool for those preparing for NSCA certification and for others who design programs for athletes and clients of all ages and fitness levels. The fully updated, full-color reference explains 70 resistance training exercises with step-by-step instructions, photos, and online video demonstrations. The third edition contains several new features: ? Online video for each resistance training exercise, which demonstrates proper technique and highlights common errors in technique ? Expanded coverage from 57 to 70 exercises (54 free weight and 16 machine exercises), with many exercises greatly revised ? A special section on alternative modes and nontraditional implements, including kettlebell exercises Exercise Technique Manual for Resistance Training, Third Edition With Online Video, is organized by body region, including total body, lower body, upper body, and core, and focuses on specific resistance training exercises that pertain to each region. Every chapter contains a table that describes each exercise's concentric action, predominant muscle groups, and muscles involved, enabling readers to understand the impact of the exercises on each body region. To reinforce fundamental techniques, the text includes guidelines related to general safety, tips for breathing and spotting, preparatory body position, and weight belt recommendations. Exercises are explained through sequential instructions and photos to ensure that readers will learn the safest and most effective technique. Accompanying checklists identify the correct grip, stance, body position, and range of motion for each exercise. Online videos demonstrate proper technique as well as common errors so that users can recognize incorrect techniques and make appropriate adjustments. These videos are an invaluable resource and visual aid for learning correct technique?in the strength and conditioning facility and in the classroom. With the inclusion of additional exercises as well as online video demonstrations, Exercise Technique Manual for Resistance Training, Third Edition With Online Video, is the most authoritative and current resource in teaching safe and effective resistance exercise techniques. …

Hardback. Condición: Good.

Condición: Very Good. Embrace the outdoors by becoming one of the 17 million people who participate in kayaking, one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities around. Kayaking presents the basics of the sport as well as the skills and knowledge required for becoming a successful paddler.Expert instructors from the American Canoe Association provide you with-practical guidance on gear and equipment selection, nutrition, fitness and stretching, water trail etiquette, and safety and survival skills;-step-by-step paddling techniques for flatwater, river and whitewater, and sea kayaking, as well as instruction on more complex maneuvers and rolls; -useful consumer, technique, and safety tips throughout the book; and-Web-based resources to help you plan trips throughout the world and find paddling organizations and instructors.Part I of Kayaking explains the background knowledge, fitness fundamentals, equipment and gear selection, nutritional needs, and safety and survival skills for a successful adventure. Part II helps build basic techniques, strokes, and maneuvers so you can embark on adventures of increasing difficulty. You'll find tips and instruction for the three most popular types of kayaking: sea, river, and whitewater.This book also includes the Quick-Start Your Kayak DVD to reinforce the paddling strokes and safety information found in the book. It features videos of kayaking maneuvers, which will make anyone capable of learning the basics. This introductory book teaches you the techniques and skills you need in order to enjoy your water adventure and then challenges those skills with more complex rolls and maneuvers. After reading Kayaking, you'll feel confident enough with your kayaking skills to test more challenging waterways and even plan overnight or extended trips with friends and family.Kayaking is part of the Outdoor Adventures series. This practical series contains the essential information to help you get ready and go. The books in this series will prepare you with instruction in the basic techniques and skills so you can be on your way to an adventure in no time.…

Paperback. Condición: Fair. This title provides players and coaches proven methods for mastering the mental side of ice hockey. Author Saul Miller shares the psychological training and emotional management techniques he has successfully taught individual hockey players and teams for over 20 years.

Paperback. Condición: Good. This title provides players and coaches proven methods for mastering the mental side of ice hockey. Author Saul Miller shares the psychological training and emotional management techniques he has successfully taught individual hockey players and teams for over 20 years.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This title provides players and coaches proven methods for mastering the mental side of ice hockey. Author Saul Miller shares the psychological training and emotional management techniques he has successfully taught individual hockey players and teams for over 20 years.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Contains more than 100 drills to improve sport-specific quickness and agility. This title focuses on improving athletes' fleetness of foot, speed of change of direction and reaction time. Applicable across almost every sport, it explains the purposes behind the training, presents tests to gauge ability and monitor progress.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. Fast, fun, and competitive: Simply step onto the court and it will be clear why pickleball is booming in popularity. Pickleball Fundamentals is the first book written and endorsed by the USA Pickleball Association. It will teach you the basics of the sport so that you can join the fun on the court right away. Learn proper execution of the sport's essential skills and tactics. All the shots?groundstroke, serve and return, volley, dink, lob, overhead smash, and drop?provide a base for solid technique. More than 40 drills and gamelike activities will speed your learning while improving performance. You'll also find competitive tactics for various scenarios and strategies for both singles and doubles play. So whether you are new to the sport or one of the growing number of pickleball fanatics, Pickleball Fundamentals is the best way to master the basics and compete with confidence.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. Contains more than 100 drills to improve sport-specific quickness and agility. This title focuses on improving athletes' fleetness of foot, speed of change of direction and reaction time. Applicable across almost every sport, it explains the purposes behind the training, presents tests to gauge ability and monitor progress. …

paperback. Condición: Fair.

Condición: good. Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly. …

Condición: acceptable. This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ"expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This text provides an in-depth look at the physiological and psychological aspects of running with strategies and tools for maximizing the mental side of performance. Linking the mental with the physical, it can provide runners of all levels with a path to create an enjoyable experience.…

Paperback. Condición: Fair. This text provides an in-depth look at the physiological and psychological aspects of running with strategies and tools for maximizing the mental side of performance. Linking the mental with the physical, it can provide runners of all levels with a path to create an enjoyable experience.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. This text provides an in-depth look at the physiological and psychological aspects of running with strategies and tools for maximizing the mental side of performance. Linking the mental with the physical, it can provide runners of all levels with a path to create an enjoyable experience.…

paperback. Condición: Very Good.