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Shortly before Christmas in 1943, five Army aviators left Alaska’s Ladd Field on a test flight. Only one ever returned:…
Leon Crane, a city kid from Philadelphia with little more than a parachute on his back when he bailed from his B-24 Liberator before it crashed into the Arctic. Alone in subzero temperatures, Crane managed to stay alive in the dead of the Yukon winter for nearly twelve weeks and, amazingly, walked out of the ordeal intact. 81 Days Below Zero recounts, for the first time, the full story of Crane’s remarkable saga. In a drama of staggering resolve with moments of phenomenal luck, Crane learned to survive in the Yukon’s unforgiving landscape. His is a tale of the human capacity to endure extreme conditions and intense lonelinessand emerge stronger than before.By John Wilcockson. 2004
In July 2004, Lance Armstrong will attempt to achieve what no other cyclist has ever done-win a sixth Tour de…
France. The most grueling athletic event in the world, the Tour de France takes place over 23 days every July across more than 2,000 miles. From punishing mountainous terrain to flat blacktop, cyclists push their bodies to the limit to win the greatest prize in cycling. John Wilcockson is the perfect writer to tell this story-he has covered the Tour de France for the past 35 years. But 23 Days in July will be more than just a day-by-day account of the race. Wilcockson will bring together engaging nuggets of history, set up each day's race with vivid descriptions of the geography, and highlight the mental as well as the physical battle among the four principal contenders-Lance Armstrong, Tyler Hamilton, Jan Ullrich, and Joseba Beloki-with whom he will be in constant contact. Woven into the narrative will be their compelling personal stories, their preparations for the race, and their training regimens, all giving new insight into the human side of the Tour de France. With two 8-page photo inserts by the world's premier cycling photographer, Graham Watson, and featuring interviews with the Tour's only other five-time winners still alive-Belgian Eddy Merckx, Frenchman Bernard Hinault, and Spaniard Miguel Induráin-23 Days in July will capture the rich history, nationalistic fervor, and diverse geographic challenges of the most dramatic athletic event in the world.By Filipe Manuel Clemente. 2016
This book reviews the general acute effects and adaptationsof small-sided and conditioned games (SSCGs) in terms of physiologicalresponses, technical performance…
and methodology/periodization in the game ofsoccer. It also reviews the many studies conducted in the past decade toinvestigate the influence of SSCGs on physiological responses and technicalperformance in soccer training. SSCGs, which are smaller and adapted versionsof formal team sports, are very popular training drills for players at all abilitylevels and competitive levels and offer an alternative to traditional fitnesstraining. Exploring their role in depth, this book offers a valuable resourcefor academics, researchers and coaches with an interest in developing improvedtraining techniques for soccer.By Furio Oldani. 2016
* Todos podemos correr, ya que la carrera es un movimiento natural. Hay mil motivos para correr, y todos ellos…
son más o menos válidos. Hay quien corre por puro placer, por motivos de salud o para perder unos kilos. Otros se plantean metas importantes o se preparan para otras actividades deportivas. Lo importante es tener claros los objetivos por los cuales corremos, porque si nos equivocamos en el planteamiento puede convertirse en una actividad aburrida. * En este libro el lector encontrará indicaciones para iniciarse de forma progresiva en la carrera, nociones básicas sobre el funcionamiento de las fibras musculares y test para saber si está en forma y fijarse objetivos, eficaces ejercicios para hacer estiramientos, tablas de entrenamiento que le garantizarán una buena progresión y excelentes resultados, técnicas de carrera y corrección de defectos, cómo prepararse para correr el maratón... * Al final del esfuerzo físico uno se encuentra más tranquilo y relajado, más suelto y ligero. Y la vida quizá se ve con más optimismo...By Eric Angevine. 2015
Walk into Hinkle Fieldhouse, and you feel it--that palpable sense of history known as the Hinkle mystique. Indiana's basketball cathedral…
has stood in all its glory at Butler University since 1928. John Wooden, Oscar Robertson and Larry Bird played on its floor. Jesse Owens sprinted to a record at Hinkle, and athletes from around the globe have brought Olympic-level competition to crowds gathered under its steel arches. It was the setting for the climactic scene in Hoosiers, arguably the greatest sports movie ever made. It has hosted evangelists, ice shows, tennis matches, bike races and even roller derbies. Author Eric Angevine gets inside the paint in this complete Hinkle history, featuring archival photographs of the iconic structure and words from those who know it best.By Ed Robinson, S. Zaragoza. 2014
El primer libro de Ed Robinson, 'Salto de fe/ Renuncie a su trabajo y viva en un bote' ha sido…
de los más vendidos en Amazon en múltiples categorías. Ahora vuelve a la carga con esta mirada al estilo de vida náutico. Desde la Mierda, al Alcohol y pasando por los Bikinis, repasa el lado más divertido de las vivencias de marineros de todo tipo. Con capítulos como 'Indicios que dejan claro que vives en un barco', 'Gente estúpida que alquila de todo' o ' Los zombis no saben nadar', las risas están aseguradas. También hay un capítulo para los fans de Tim Dorsey.Si eres alguien que vive a bordo, que sale de vez en cuando a navegar, un dominguero, quieres tener tu propia embarcación, tus amigos la tienen o, simplemente, eres fan de Ed Robinson, disfrutarás de esta comedia desenfadada que te llevará a través de muchos temas relacionados con la navegación.By Donn F. Draeger, Masatoshi Nakayama. 1963
Practical Karate: Defense Against Armed Assailants is the fourth volume in the classic six-volume series by Masatoshi Nakayama and Donn…
Draeger. Written for those with an understanding of karate fundamentals, all methods described in this book are workable, easy-to-learn karate defense responses to an armed assailant. Comprising chapters on dealing with club and stick attacks, blade and sharp edged weapon attacks and multiple armed assailants, this volume presents a realistic approach to dealing with armed attackers for those with a full understanding of karate fundamentals and acquaintance with the basics of weapon usage. Mastery of the responses in this text will not make the reader invincible in personal encounters, but will provide a ready repertoire of techniques and understanding of principles needed in dealing with a wide variety of attacks by armed assailants.By Craig R. Carey. 2012
Named for the Spanish padres who established a network of missions along California's southern and central coasts, the Los Padres…
National Forest is the second-largest National Forest in the state, encompassing approximately 1,950,000 acres - nearly half of which is federally-designated wilderness.Hiking and Backpacking Santa Barbara and Ventura fills a huge gap in coverage of this great hiking and backpacking destination, leading the reader through the varied terrain of the forest's southern districts, from the fern-clad grottoes of the Santa Barbara frontcountry to the sweeping vistas and granite-clad ridges of the Chumash Wilderness.No other guide covers the region in such detail, and not since Dennis Gagnon's near-legendary guides in the 70s and 80s has the Santa Barbara (and Ventura) backcountry been given the guidebook treatment ... but this book goes even further. Every official trail (and many use trails) in the Santa Barbara, Ojai, and Mt. Piños districts are covered here, including those in the southern San Rafael Wilderness, Dick Smith Wilderness, Matilija Wilderness, Sespe Wilderness, Chumash Wilderness, the Santa Ynez Recreation Area, Rose Valley, the Santa Barbara and Montecito frontcountry, the Ojai frontcountry, and the Santa Paula/Fillmore frontcountry.By Donn F. Draeger, Masatoshi Nakayama. 1963
Practical Karate: Defense Against an Unarmed Assailant is the second volume in the classic six-volume series by Masatoshi Nakayama and…
Donn Draeger. Written for those with an understanding of karate fundamentals, all methods described in this book are workable, easy-to-learn karate defense responses to an unarmed assailant. Divided into chapters dealing with attacks from the front and from the rear, this book provides an uncomplicated approach to using fundamental karate skills for defense. Mastery of the responses in this text will not make the reader invincible in personal encounters, but will certainly better prepare the reader should defense of his life or those of others become necessary.By William Acker. 1998
Kyudo: The Japanese Art of Archery offers a concise description of kyudo by an ardent American enthusiast, describing the aims,…
techniques, anti the philosophical basis of its ceremonial aspect, which is strongly influenced by Zen.By Jim Steenburgh. 2014
Utah has long claimed to have the greatest snow on Earththe state itself has even trademarked the phrase. In Secrets…
of the Greatest Snow on Earth, Jim Steenburgh investigates Wasatch weather, exposing the myths, explaining the reality, and revealing how and why Utah's powder lives up to its reputation. Steenburgh also examines ski and snowboard regions beyond Utah, making this book a meteorological guide to mountain weather and snow climates around the world. Chapters explore mountain weather, avalanches and snow safety, historical accounts of weather events and snow conditions, and the basics of climate and weather forecasting. Steenburgh explains what creates the best snow for skiing and snowboarding in accurate and accessible language and illustrates his points with 150 color photographs, making Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth a helpful tool for planning vacations and staying safe during mountain adventures. Snowriders, weather enthusiasts, meteorologists, students of snow science, and anyone who dreams of deep powder and bluebird skies will want to get their gloves on Secrets of the Greatest Snow on Earth.By Mark V. Wiley. 1996
A classic reference for martial artists and aficionados of Filipino culture, Filipino Martial Culture is an unprecedented excursion into the…
history, ideology, and techniques of Filipino martial arts. Beginning with a comprehensive study of the history of civil turbulence in the Philippines and the participation of its warriors in fights for independence from colonial rulers, Filipino Martial Culture proceeds to explore the worldview, spirituality, folklore and weaponry of this ancient tradition.Mark Wiley has collected extensive interviews with Filipino martial arts masters, as well as photographs of their practice and weaponry, in his preparations for this book. He explains basic and rare techniques, elucidating the ethos of much of Filipino culture in the process. The authority and depth of his materials are unsurpassed; Filipino Martial Culture is as much a definitive anthropological textbook as it is a practical guide to the martial artsBy Gershon Ben Keren. 2014
Krav Maga: Real World Solutions to Real World Violence presents a no-nonsense approach to neutralizing attackers in close quarters. Author…
Gershon Ben Keren explains the philosophy behind the Krav Maga method, which is the basis of the Israel Defense Force's (IDF) devastating close combat system. This book lays out a systematic approach to self-defense and provides illustrated confrontation scenarios paired with tailored practical responses. Accompanied by clear, easy-to-follow photographs, practical combat skills are described in step-by-step detail, along with the movement patterns needed to make them effective in real-life settings. All of the photos in the book were shot in real-time, demonstrating what realistic movementsboth from the attacker's and defender's perspectivelook like. Where applicable, techniques have been shot in the scenarios in which they occur such as bars, restrooms, ATMs, etc. The situational components of such violent incidents are explained, so the reader can learn to identify, predict, and avoid violence before it occurs. Contents include: What is Krav Maga? Krav Maga Yashir Introduction to author Gershon Ben Keren Basic Skills (Stances, Movement, Blocking and Striking)The Timeline of Violence; Controlling Range; Relative Body Positioning; Groin Kick; Driving Knee Self-Defense ScenariosKnife Disarming; Gun to Front of Body; Abductions and Hostage Taking; Knife Shank; Improvised Weapons Unarmed Assaults and Dynamic Components of ViolencePreventing a Front Headlock; Applying an Effective Guillotine; Defending Knees in a Clinch and more!By Stephen F. Kaufman. 2012
[The Way of the Modern Warrior is an explanation of the ethos of Japan's samurai warriors, practiced for over 1000…
years. The author, Hanshi Stephen Kaufman, has been a warrior for 50 years,] first as a member of the military, then as an advisor to the military, and finally [as one of the world's most distinguished martial artists. In his years of experience he has collected the wisdom that comes from lessons learned and lessons taught. The 55 precepts in his new book are result of those years of experience and they will guide the modern day warrior as they devote energy and creativity to their lives.] These precepts include Kaufman's insights about Arrogance; Ease and Grace; Wise Men and Evil; Being Genuine; and Shame and the Glory. [The Way of the Modern Warrior is an essential handbook for the warrior who lives by honor, duty and service.]By Robert Twigger, Nathaniel Cooke. 2012
The average person isn't looking to be in a situation where fists are going to fly, but many of us…
have found ourselves there anyway. At that moment, it's probably too late to do anything about it. But how do we change circumstances so those situations don't happen? How Not to Get Hit is a book on personal safety for people who don't want to learn to fight, but do want to learn how to avoid those situations where a fight is likely to develop.Told in a lighthearted, irreverent style, How Not to Get Hit takes you on a journey through the funny side of violence, its roots in our evolutionary past and where it fits in to modern society. Self defense isn't a series of techniques or moves, it's an attitude, a strategy and a life skill. This book will give you an understanding of why people want to use violence, how they will use it and using this knowledge to manage situations and create a better outcome.By J. D. Taylor. 2016
What is life like on this island? With a tent and a rusty bike, J.D. Taylor set off to find…
out.No other subject has spilt so much ink as Britain today. But whilst assuming a monopoly on national identity, a London-based elite has proven a poor forecaster of the political weather around the island.Skeptical and inquisitive, Taylor instead cycled all round Britain, interviewing and staying with strangers from all walks of life. Without a map and travelling with the most basic of gear, the journey revels in serendipity and schadenfreude.Island Story weaves histories, experiences and ideas to tell another kind of story: one of rebellion and retail parks, migration and inertia, pessimism and disappearing ways of life, and a fiery, unrealized desire for collective belonging and power.Think you know the island? Island Story will have you think again.From the Trade Paperback edition.By Tri Thong Dang. 1997
Toward the Unknown is a series of parables about the martial-arts quest, and a meditation on the art of discipleship.…
A careful reading of the text will lead teachers and practitioners of all martial arts to examine their motives, to go beyond superficial prizes and awards, to rise above a focus on fighting technique, and ultimately to transcend the known. The stories included here chronicle the exploits of Master Lam, the greatest fighter and teacher of his time. Lam, following the example of his late master, Tai-Ahn, seeks to create an environment in which the student might be both challenged physically and enlightened spiritually. He teaches by example, following classical methodology, which focuses on moral, ethical, and spiritual growth in addition to technical competence. As the exciting and spiritually uplifting sequel to Beyond the Known, this book, through philosophy and fiction, leads the reader toward the unknown.By Ed Robinson, Paula De Monte. 2014
Muchos sueñan con vender todo lo que tienen, renunciar al trabajo y huir al Paraíso. Esta es la historia de…
una pareja que hizo ese sueño realidad. El autor comparte lo que se siente al experimentar la máxima libertad, y describe los pasos que tuvieron que dar para llegar hasta allí. La historia incluye relatos de sus viajes, comentarios sociales acerca del estado de la sociedad estadounidense de nuestros días, y un simple plan financiero que podrá beneficiar a cualquier persona, independientemente de sus metas para el futuro. A lo largo de la narración, se invita al lector a conocer los delfines y los manatís, los pelícanos y las águilas pescadoras, el cielo azul, el agua azul y las playas de arena blanca. La música tropical también aparece en escena. Lea acerca de cómo la música los inspiró a llevar a cabo su plan. Siga la historia a medida que se transforman de esclavos laborales rutinarios a vagabundos de botes y playas libres de preocupaciones. Este libro lo hará volver a pensar en su modo de ver la vida y el dinero.By Masayuki Kukan Hisataka. 1994
In Essential Shminjiryu Karatedo, Masayuki Kukan Hisataka, ninth Dan Black Belt Karate master, introduces the highly innovative and effective Shorinjiryu…
Kenkokan Karatedo system. Though an integral system of Okinawan karate practiced for centuries, it is an evolving scientific martial art that incorporates elements from kung fu, Kudakajima Shishiryu bo jutsu, and Western and Oriental medicine. In this detailed work, Master Hisataka demonstrates the techniques, fighting combinations, and kata (preset forms) that have made him a leading international master of both karate and judo.The text describes in detail basic karate strikes, kicks, and blocks, as well as the philosophy of yin-yang and the five elements and how that philosophy relates to fighting strategy and attitude. The history and development of karate from ancient times are covered in detail, with a focus on the Okinawan masters who brought karate to Japan. This book's 430 photographs show karate fighting techniques in action, illustrating a variety of effective striking combinations, counters, and three classical karate kata. This is also the first book in English to show the use of Supersafe protective equipment in martial arts training.By Dave Allen, Michael Neff. 2013
The leading expert in 3-D gold instruction shows readers how to improve their golf game like the pros—with the unrivaled…
TaylorMade® MAT-T system. Recreational golfers and touring professionals are turning to video swing analysis to improve their game, and the most state-of-the-art video system today is TaylorMade®’s MAT-T (Motion Analysis Technology by TaylorMade®) system. Combining multiple high-speed cameras and specifically designed software to produce a three-dimensional, computer-animated image of a golfer’s swing, the MAT-T system gives players of all handicaps the ability to compare their golf swings to the composite swing avatars of PGA players such as Dustin Johnson or Sergio Garcia, to see how the game’s longest hitters align themselves and position their bodies throughout their golf swings. Michael Neff, founder of the first TaylorMade® Performance Lab, has vast experience helping players like Dave Stockton, Natalie Gulbis, and Charles Wi use the MAT-T system to improve their swings. In Drive Like the Pros, he shows how golfers at all levels can adjust everything from the position of their shoulders to the club’s angle of descent and spin as they: • Increase clubhead speed, ball speed, and smash factor. • Consistently contact the “sweet spot” on the clubface. • Improve accuracy and have better control over misses. Providing an unprecedented level of customized feedback and advice—and sharing exclusive championship player swing data previously available to only a handful of insiders—Drive Like the Pros is an essential addition to every golfer’s library. .