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Introduction to Sports Biomechanics: Analysing Human Movement Patterns
By Roger Bartlett. 2007
Introduction to Sports Biomechanics provides a genuinely accessible and comprehensive guide to all of the biomechanics topics covered in an…
undergraduate sports and exercise science degree. Now revised and in its second edition, Introduction to Sports Biomechanics is full of visual aids to support the text. Every chapter contains cross references to key terms and definitions from that chapter, learning objectives and summaries, study tasks to confirm and extend your understanding, and suggestions to further your reading. Clearly structured and with many student friendly features, the text covers: movement patterns – exploring the essence and purpose of movement analysis qualitative analysis of sports movements movement patterns and the geometry of motion quantitative measurement and analysis of movement force and torques – causes of movement the human body and the anatomy of movement. This edition is supported by a website containing animation and video clips, and offers sample data tables for comparison and analysis and multiple choice questions to confirm your understanding of the material in each chapter. Introduction to Sports Biomechanics is a must have for students of sport and exercise, human movement sciences, ergonomics, biomechanics, and sports performance and coaching. Visit the companion website at: www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415339940.New River Guide: Paddling and Fishing in North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia
By Bruce Ingram. 2014
The New River is one of the most changeable and fickle rivers on the East Coast and also one of…
the most beautiful and rewarding It attracts anglers canoeists kayakers rafters bird watchers rock climbers and those who simply enjoy the great outdoors The New River Guideprovides an indispensable overview of this untamed and scenic waterway as it winds through three states including the bucolic South Fork in North Carolina the ridges of Virginia and the gorges of West Virginia Both casual and hardcore anglers will learn of the best places to fish for smallmouth bass Canoeists will find the most enticing sections to paddle whether they prefer placid stretches or white water Rafters and kayakers headed for Class IV rapids in the New River Gorge will find the New River Guide a must-read This new edition includes updated and expanded information on favorite float trips fishing spots access points bass lines and lures and river guides and other resources Great news for river rats and nature lovers who want to deepen their knowledge of home waters Bruce Ingram s companionable river guides have been updated Now in their third incarnation the guides contain new expanded information on float trips fishing spots angling techniques and lures access points portaging hints and bird-watching tips Best of all readers reap the benefits of Ingram s outdoor wisdom and advice -- Virginia WildlifeBiomechanics of Cycling
By Rodrigo Bini, Felipe Carpes. 2014
Bicycles have been a common device to enhance physical fitness level in gyms and training centers along with solid use…
in competitive sport For that reason biomechanics of cycling has grown as a research field with many publications addressing different perspective of the interaction between the cyclist and his bicycle The most common end point of research on biomechanics of cycling is optimization of performance and reduction of injury risk One goal of this book is to meet the growing need for a comprehensive presentation of contemporary knowledge on biomechanics of cycling which will positively influence the activity of cycling in a global fashion In order to accomplish this purpose ten chapters are presented with focus on varying methods for biomechanical analysis of cycling motion The introduction section provides an overview of the main methods for assessment of cycling motion including motion analysis pedal force measurements muscle activation anthropometry and joint kinetics These methods are discussed in depth in individual chapters followed by chapters on characteristics of bicycles and potential perspectives to improve their configuration in order to improve performance of cyclists and reduce their overuse injury risk Moreover a preliminary method to train technique in cyclists is shown A final chapter provides authors perspective on the upcoming technology that should be effective in helping training of cyclistsThe official companion to the Emmy-winning Netflix drama chronicling the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, and starring Claire Foy and…
John Lithgow, The Crown by Peter Morgan, featuring additional historical background and beautifully reproduced archival photos and show stills Elizabeth Mountbatten never expected her father to die so suddenly, so young, leaving her with a throne to fill and a global institution to govern. Crowned at twenty-five, she was already a wife and mother as she began her journey towards becoming a queen. As Britain lifted itself out of the shadow of war, the new monarch faced her own challenges. Her mother doubted her marriage; her uncle-in-exile derided her abilities; her husband resented the sacrifice of his career and family name; and her rebellious sister embarked on a love affair that threatened the centuries-old links between the Church and the Crown. This is the story of how Elizabeth II drew on every ounce of resolve to ensure that the Crown always came out on top. Written by the show’s historical consultant, royal biographer Robert Lacey, and filled with beautifully reproduced archival photos and show stills, The Crown: The Official Companion: Volume 1 adds expert and in-depth detail to the events of the series, painting an intimate portrait of life inside Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street. Here is Elizabeth II as we’ve never seen her before.The author has taken a good look at golf s passing scene and turned out a most evocative and humorous…
account of events and men including the giants - Demaret Hogan etc and a pretty dazzling array of duffersMore than two million people a week rush to SI com to read Peter King s column Monday…
Morning Quarterback There they find a potent mix of analysis opinion humor and inside-the-NFL locker- room information delivered as no one else can In this book King the award-winning Sports Illustrated pro football writer brings the same blend of wit and wisdom ranging from his famous 10 Things I Think I Think to his Top 100 player rankings from the football clich s he hates to the coaching hires he loves from Brett Favre s golf game to Peyton Manning s comedic skills And all freshly flavored with King s inimitable observations on the best hotels the worst airports the greatest traditions-and coffee coffee coffee There is no journalist better connected to the NFL s players coaches general managers and owners and no writer renders the inside information as entertainingly as Peter KingJulio César Chávez: la verdadera historia
By Javier Cubedo, Rodolfo Ch vez, Julio C sar Ch vez. 2018
En estas páginas sin censura se cuenta todo sobre la vida intensa, de esplendor y tragedia, del mejor boxeador que…
ha tenido México y uno de los campeones mundiales más grandes de todos los tiempos De niño, Julio César Chávez vivió con sus padres y hermanos en un viejo vagón de tren, en la pobreza más extrema; desde sus primeras peleas profesionales sorprendió de inmediato a los expertos; sus victorias ante rivales duros y experimentados -a veces sin ganar un solo peso por sus combates- le dieron la oportunidad de llegar al ansiado título del mundo, para con ello iniciar su leyenda. Jamás se había escrito con tanta franqueza sobre sus logros como boxeador, sus peleas por los campeonatos mundiales, sus enfrentamientos legendarios con Mario El Azabache Martínez, Rubén Castillo, Edwin El Chapo Rosario, Roger Mayweather, Meldrick Taylor, Óscar de la Hoya y muchos más peleadores fuera de serie; su incursión en el mundo del alcohol, las drogas, el torbellino de una vida al límite que derivó en las derrotas más trágicas de su vida. Julio César Chávez: la verdadera historia revela quiénes fueron los grandes amores del campeón mexicano; qué actrices, cantantes y celebridades fueron seducidas por su carisma; cuál fue su relación con políticos poderosos, presidentes del país, empresarios, narcos encumbrados y estrellas del espectáculo. El testimonio del gran campeón mexicano y del hermano mayor de El César del boxeo, recogido por Javier Cubedo, no sólo es el repaso de una vida intensa y delirante, es también una serie inolvidable de lecciones de vida, un recuento de las victorias en el ring, de los romances prohibidos y las confesiones de esas horas de excesos demenciales, sin olvidar las trágicas muertes de los hermanos del campeón mexicano y los detalles donde se da muestra de la generosidad del campeón con su familia y la gente del pueblo que, sin duda, lo hizo ya inmortal.The Next Wave: The Quest to Harness the Power of the Oceans (Scientists in the Field Series)
By Elizabeth Rusch. 2014
Journey to the wave-battered coast of the Pacific Northwest to meet some of the engineers and scientists working to harness…
the punishing force of our oceans, one of the nature’s powerful and renewable energy sources. With an array of amazing devices that cling to the bottom of the sea floor and surf on the crests of waves, these explorers are using a combination of science, imagination, and innovation to try to capture wave energy in the hopes of someday powering our lives in a cleaner, more sustainable way.No Finish Line: My Life as I See It
By Sally Jenkins, Marla Runyan. 2001
"Blind? I think there's no doubt that Marla Runyan can see things much clearer than most of us with 20/20…
vision. " - Lance Armstrong Marla Runyan was nine years old when she was diagnosed with Stargardt's disease, an irreversible form of macular degeneration. With the uneasy but unwavering support of her parents, she refused to let her diagnosis limit her dreams. Despite her severely impaired, ever-worsening vision, Marla rode horseback and learned to play the violin. And she found her true calling in sports. A gifted and natural athlete, Marla began to compete in the unlikeliest event of all: the heptathlon, the grueling women's equivalent of the decathlon, consisting of seven events: the 200-meter dash, high jump, shot put, 100-meter hurdles, long jump, javelin throw, and 800-meter run. In 1996, she astonished the sports world by qualifying for the U. S. Olympic Trials and, along the way, set the American record for heptathlon 800. It was then that she decided to concentrate on her running. Four years of intense effort paid off. In 2000, she qualified for the U. S. Olympic team by finishing third in the 1,500 meters. In Sydney, she placed eighth in the finals, the top American finisher - the highest women's placing for the United States in the event's history. With self-deprecation and surprising wit, Marla reveals what it's like to see the world through her eyes, how it feels to grow up "disabled" in a society where expectations are often based on perceived abilities, and what it means to compete at the world-class level despite the fact that - quite literally, for her - there is no finish line.This book explores the ways in which young women negotiate gendered and classed identities in nightlife venues With a…
particular focus on the under-researched phenomenon of the girls night out this text explores tensions around what it means to be girly in bars pubs and clubs examining throughout the ways in which being a girly girl is simultaneously desired and derided in a postfeminist context Drawing on research conducted in Newcastle-upon-Tyne UK this original and comprehensive book explores the value and meaning of the girls night out for young women and its instrumental role in the negotiation of friendships and femininities Nicholls covers a range of themes including alcohol consumption dress and risk management providing engaging and timely insights into women s leisure as a site for the negotiation of gendered identities Negotiating Femininities in the Neoliberal Night-Time Economy will be of interest to students and scholars across the social sciences with an interest in gender class and the Night-Time EconomyHenry VIII
By J. J. Scarisbrick. 1969
Henry VIII's forceful personality dominated his age and continues to fascinate our own. In few other reigns have there been…
developments of such magnitude--in politics, foreign relations, religion, and society--that have so radically affected succeeding generations. Above all the English Reformation and the break with Rome are still felt more than four centuries on.First published in 1968, J. J. Scarisbrick's Henry VIII remains the standard account, a thorough exploration of the documentary sources, stylishly written and highly readable. In an updated foreword, Professor Scarisbrick takes stock of subsequent research and places his classic account within the context of recent publications."It is the magisterial quality of J.J. Scarisbrick's work that has enabled it to hold the field for so long."--Steve Gunn, Times Literary SupplementElizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch
By Sally Bedell Smith. 2012
In this magisterial new biography, New York Times bestselling author Sally Bedell Smith brings to life one of the world's…
most fascinating and enigmatic women: Queen Elizabeth II. From the moment of her ascension to the throne in 1952 at the age of twenty-five, Queen Elizabeth II has been the object of unparalleled scrutiny. But through the fog of glamour and gossip, how well do we really know the world's most famous monarch? Drawing on numerous interviews and never-before-revealed documents, acclaimed biographer Sally Bedell Smith pulls back the curtain to show in intimate detail the public and private lives of Queen Elizabeth II, who has led her country and Commonwealth through the wars and upheavals of the last sixty years with unparalleled composure, intelligence, and grace. In Elizabeth the Queen, we meet the young girl who suddenly becomes "heiress presumptive" when her uncle abdicates the throne. We meet the thirteen-year-old Lilibet as she falls in love with a young navy cadet named Philip and becomes determined to marry him, even though her parents prefer wealthier English aristocrats. We see the teenage Lilibet repairing army trucks during World War II and standing with Winston Churchill on the balcony of Buckingham Palace on V-E Day. We see the young Queen struggling to balance the demands of her job with her role as the mother of two young children. Sally Bedell Smith brings us inside the palace doors and into the Queen's daily routines--the "red boxes" of documents she reviews each day, the weekly meetings she has had with twelve prime ministers, her physically demanding tours abroad, and the constant scrutiny of the press--as well as her personal relationships: with Prince Philip, her husband of sixty-four years and the love of her life; her children and their often-disastrous marriages; her grandchildren and friends. Compulsively readable and scrupulously researched, Elizabeth the Queen is a close-up view of a woman we've known only from a distance, illuminating the lively personality, sense of humor, and canny intelligence with which she meets the most demanding work and family obligations. It is also a fascinating window into life at the center of the last great monarchy.Instant Replay: The Green Bay Diary of Jerry Kramer
By Dick Schaap, Jerry Kramer. 1968
INSTANT REPLAY spent thirty-seven weeks on The New York Times Bestseller List when it was published in 1968. The perceptive…
and highly entertaining diary of the 1967 season by Jerry Kramer, a Packer offensive guard, it remains the most beloved and highly regarded portrait of life on a pro football team back when the game was all blood, grit, and tears. This new hardcover edition features classic photos of both the team and its unforgettable coach, Vince Lombardi, and a foreword in which Washington Post book critic Jonathan Yardley calls the diary "the best inside account of pro football, indeed the best book ever written about that sport and that league. " INSTANT REPLAY is a must-read for all fans, an irreplaceable reminder of the glory days of pro football.Chicken Soup for the Sports Fan's Soul: Stories of Insight, Inspiration and Laughter from the World of Sports
By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Mark Donnelly, Chrissy Donnelly, Jim Tunney. 2012
For pure exhilaration and drama, there's nothing quite like sports: It's the crack of the bat as it connects with…
the baseball, hurtling it into the bleachers for a home run; the swish of the basketball as it drops into the net for a three-point play at the buzzer; the roar of the crowd as the quarterback delivers a perfect spiral pass for the winning touchdown. Most importantly, sports bring out the best in the human spirit. There is an intensity and a richness inherent in every sporting experience that amplifies our emotions and our connection with the moment and, indeed, with ourselves. This latest collection of Chicken Soup honors all that is good in the world of sports. From major leaguers to little leaguers, from hockey stars to figure skaters, and from horseracing to mushing, the stories in this book highlight the positive and transformative nature of sports. Readers will come to see sports as one of our most important and powerful teachers. They can teach us to focus and stay the course, or to develop a new strategy and rededicate ourselves to a goal. They can teach us to be humble in victory and gracious in defeat. They can teach us the importance of teamwork and remind us that we must strive to give our individual all. At their best, sports will build us up and they will wear us down; they will build character and teach us to overcome adversity. This book is for anyone who has ever enjoyed watching or participating in any sport, from the professional athlete to the weekend warrior, from the soccer mom to the diehard sports fan, from the marathon runner to the neighborhood jogger.Chicken Soup for the Soul: Tales of Golf and Sport
By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark. 2008
Golfers are a special breed. They endure bad weather, early wake-up calls, great expense, and "interesting" clothing to engage in…
their favorite sport. This is not a book about how to play golf -- it is a book about how it feels to play golf. Professional and amateur athletes contribute stories from the heart, yielding a book about the human side of golf and other sports.Unforgettable Walks: Best Walks With A View
By Julia Bradbury. 2016
A country girl at heart, Julia Bradbury's passion for walking and the great outdoors is a legacy from her dad…
and her childhood in rural Rutland and Sheffield where she went to school. She grew up exploring gently undulating hills and rugged green valleys.Now a mother of three, Julia once more pulls on her hiking boots and goes in search of Britain's Best Walks with a View for ITV. Join her as she sets out along eight of the UK's best-loved paths, showcasing Britain's beauty and opening our eyes to the sights and sounds, the flora and fauna and the stories, past and present, of the places and people she passes on the way. At once a practical guide and a love letter to the British countryside, Unforgettable Walks shows why our all-weather love affair with walking is still going strong. Julia's footsteps take her through the whole spectrum of Britain's diverse and beautiful landscapes, from the Jurassic coast of Dorset and the rich history of the South Downs to the breathtaking scenery of the Peak District and the Yorkshire Dales.Funny, inspiring and packed with beguiling characters, join Julia as she criss-crosses the country in sun, wind and rain, in search of the perfect walk, the perfect view - and the perfect pub.The WalksDorset: The Golden Cap WalkCotswolds: The Cleeve Hill WalkAnglesey: The Snowdon View WalkYorkshire Dales: The Malham Cove WalkLake District: The Borrowdale Valley WalkCumbria: The High Cup Nick WalkSouth Downs: The Birling Gap WalkPeak District: The Kinder Scout WalkHit the Road with Moon Travel Guides!Discover vibrant cities like Seattle, Vancouver, and Portland, and explore the emerald wilderness in…
between with Moon Pacific Northwest Road Trip. Inside you'll find:Maps and Driving Tools: 31 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, detailed directions for the entire route, and full-color photos throughoutEat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best hikes, views, and more, you can climb Mount Rainier or relax in Seattle with a freshly brewed cup of coffee or a local craft beer. Hike the temperate rainforests of Oregon, kayak the Puget Sound in Washington, hit the ski slopes in Whistler, or take the ferry to Canada to see First Nations art Flexible Itineraries: Drive the entire two-week route or follow suggestions for spending time in Vancouver, Victoria, the Olympic Peninsula, Seattle, the Oregon Coast, Portland, Neah Bay, Port Angeles, Greenwater, Paradise, Olympia, Astoria, Aberdeen, or NewportLocal Insight: Native Washingtonian and outdoorswoman Allison Williams shares her love of the Pacific NorthwestPlanning Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas, how to avoid traffic, tips for driving in different road and weather conditions, and suggestions for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, and road trippers with kidsWith Moon Pacific Northwest Road Trip's practical tips, detailed itineraries, and local know-how, you're ready to fill up the tank and hit the road.Looking to explore more of America on wheels? Try Moon Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip! Doing more than driving through? Check out Moon Seattle or Moon Vancouver.Moon Olympic Peninsula: Coastal Getaways, Rainforests & Waterfalls, Hiking & Camping (Travel Guide)
By Jeff Burlingame. 2018
Discover endlessly explorable terrain, miles of rugged coastline, and a diverse array of rainforests, lakes, waterfalls with Moon Olympic Peninsula.…
Inside you'll find:Flexible, strategic itineraries from a weekend in Olympic National Park to a week-long adventure on the peninsulaMust-sees and unique experiences: Hike through wild elk habitats, dig for clams in the wet coastal sand, and soak your tired muscles in the remote Olympic Hot Springs. Kayak beneath snow-topped mountain peaks, fish the abundant rivers, and indulge in local delicacies like Dungeness crab. Wander through the intoxicating Hoh Rain Forest, hike the many trails of Olympic National Park, camp beneath starry skies, or relax with a glass of local Washington wineLocal insight from Washington-born journalist Jeff Burlingame on when to go, where to stay, and what to bringPractical advice on how to get around the Olympic Peninsula, plus how to get there from nearby cities like Seattle and TacomaFull-color photos and detailed, easy-to-use maps throughoutThorough information, including background on the landscape, wildlife, climate, and local cultureWith Moon Olympic Peninsula's expert advice and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way.Staying in the great outdoors? Try Moon Pacific Northwest Camping, Moon Oregon Camping, or Moon Washington Camping. Exploring more of the Pacific Northwest? Try Moon Oregon, Moon Washington, or Moon Seattle.The Mortal Sea: Fishing the Atlantic in the Age of Sail
By W Bolster. 2012
Since the Viking ascendancy in the Middle Ages the Atlantic has shaped the lives of people who depend upon…
it for survival And just as surely people have shaped the Atlantic In his innovative account of this interdependency W Jeffrey Bolster a historian and professional seafarer takes us through a millennium-long environmental history of our impact on one of the largest ecosystems in the world While overfishing is often thought of as a contemporary problem Bolster reveals that humans were transforming the sea long before factory trawlers turned fishing from a handliner s art into an industrial enterprise The western Atlantic s legendary fishing banks stretching from Cape Cod to Newfoundland have attracted fishermen for more than five hundred years Bolster follows the effects of this siren s song from its medieval European origins to the advent of industrialized fishing in American waters at the beginning of the twentieth century Blending marine biology ecological insight and a remarkable cast of characters from notable explorers to scientists to an army of unknown fishermen Bolster tells a story that is both ecological and human the prelude to an environmental disaster Over generations harvesters created a quiet catastrophe as the sea could no longer renew itself Bolster writes in the hope that the intimate relationship humans have long had with the ocean and the species that live within it can be restored for future generationsI Believe That We Will Win: The Path To A U. S. Men's World Cup Victory
By Phil West. 2018
Perceptive and thorough I Believe That We Will Win is the timely analysis of the state of American soccer…
Americans love to win But when it comes to soccer the world s most popular sport the US women s team has delivered three World Cup victories in as many decades while the men have not advanced past the quarter-finals in nearly ninety years In October 2017 the US Men s National Team USMNT startled fans by failing to qualify for the upcoming World Cup an episode that led both USMNT head coach Bruce Arena and US Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati to step down from their positions and which launched a new era of reckoning for US Soccer as a whole As the 2018 World Cup commences with the US sidelined fans are becoming impatient What will it take for the USMNT to finally rise to an elite level and bring home the FIFA World Cup Trophy In I Believe That We Will Win veteran soccer journalist Phil West delivers a compelling assessment of the history and future potential of American soccer on the international playing field With insightful commentary and endless enthusiasm West examines every aspect of the USMNT and their competition detailing how the US returned to the World Cup in 1990 after forty years without qualifying delving into the growing symbiotic relationship between the USMNT and Major League Soccer and exploring how the US is cultivating young talent through MLS academies and the US Development Academy and how Latino outreach initiatives like the Sueno Alianza competition that brought Jonathan Gonz lez to prominence can be better integrated into US Soccer s quest for talented players Along the way West touches on the controversial tenure of former coach J rgen Klinsmann the role of dual-national players Christian Pulisic and the new wave of American players playing abroad and other issues that have engaged American soccer fans in spirited debate Punctuated with dozens of revealing interviews from players coaches and journalists I Believe That We Will Win is both the definitive history of American World Cup play and an incisive and inspiring analysis of America s potential to win big in the near future