Sports and Fitness Recent Picks
October 2005
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 | Complete Book of Throws, edited by Jay Silvester. (2003) "Whether you're preparing for high-level competition or just learning the event, Complete Book of Throws provides technique drills, conditioning exercises, and sample training programs for building the body, improving form, and perfecting each throw." (Book Jacket)
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 | From Gutterballs to Strikes by Mike Durbin. (1998) "Through the expertise of former Professional Bowlers Association superstar Mike Durbin, From Gutterballs to Strikes provides bowlers of all levels with quick tips and solutions for correcting 101 of the most common bowling errors. Knowing how to correct mistakes is a vital part of any athletic endeavour; that's why coaches serve such a crucial role... This book lets Mike Durbin serve as your very own bowling coach. Your game will improve quickly and dramatically with his easy-to-follow corrections to bowing's 101 most common errorsâ from bad foot position to poor timing to improper arm swing. Mike Durbin is the only bowler to have won the sport's crown jewel, the Tournament of Champions, on three occasions." (Book Jacket)
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 | Psychological Dynamics of Sports and Exercise by Diane L Gill. (2000) "Psychological Dynamics of Sport and Exercise (Second Edition) is extensively revised to reflect the tremendous growth of the sport and exercise psychology field since 1986, when the first edition was released. Internationally renowned sport psychologist Diane Gill presents a text combining comprehensive theory and research-based coverage of social, health, and applied sport and exercise psychology. This book will provide students with a current overview of the field, and it will provide researchers and practitioners with a solid foundation for further study or research." (Amazon)
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 | Karate Basics by Robin Rielly. (2003) "If you are considering taking up this martial art, or you're already started, Karate Basics is an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful in your practice." (Book Jacket) |
South Island Rock edited and published by Lindsay Main & Tim Wethey. (2004)
"The comprehensive guide to all the best rock climbing crags in the South Island." (Book Jacket)
Hitting the Zone : golf at the top with Steve Williams by Steve Williams and Hugh de Lacy. (2004)
Swimming Upstream by Anthony Fingleton. (2003)
Great Sporting Rivals by Joseph Romanos. (2004)
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