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Discusses the fitness benefits of in-line skating and how to set up a program of in-line skating for fitness; also discusses safety, equioment, techniques, and courtesy.
"An examination of its growth and development, looks at various forms of inline skating--ranging from aggressive to marathon to artistic skating--in terms of history, equipment, organizations, and inventors and stars. Rinehart also examines some of the current issues and trends within these forms of inline"--Distributor information.
Inline-Skating ist der Trend- und Funsport Nummer eins. Denn Skaten macht nicht nur viel Spaß: Es ist auch ein perfektes Ausdauertraining, eine wirksame Bodyshaping-Methode und gleicht nachhaltig Stress aus. Dieses Buch ist ideal für Einsteiger – es beschreibt das richtige Outfit, Techniken zum Fahren, Bremsen und Fallen sowie die besten Übungen für Warm-up und Cool-down. Doch Fun ist nicht alles: Das eigens entwickelte Bodystyling-Programm kombiniert Skate-Figuren und ein spezielles Muskel-Workout. Auch ein kleiner Ausblick in die Welt der Skate-Freaks darf nicht fehlen – mit Infos zu Techniken, Figuren und Spiele für Könner.
For reference librarians and researchers seeking information on sports and fitness, this guide is an important first stop. For collection development specialists, it is an invaluable selection guide. Allen describes and evaluates over 1,000 information sources on the complete spectrum of sports: from basketball, football, and hockey to figure skating, table tennis, and weight training. Focusing on English-language works published between 1990 and the present, the guide thoroughly covers traditional reference sources, such as encyclopedias and bibliographies, along with instructional sources in print formats, online databases, and Web sites. To enable users in search of information on specific sports or fitness activities, chapters are organized thematically, according to broad- type aquatic sports, nautical sports, precision and accuracy, racket sports, ice and snow sports, ball sports, cycling, and so on, with subcategories for such individual sports as soccer, golf, and yoga. Within these categories, works are further organized by type: reference, instructional, and Web sites.
This book is a solid introduction to mountain bike training that is based on training science foundations and discipline-specific features (e.g., cross-country and marathon). Details and overviews of all basic areas of training methodology are presented: aspects of heart-rate-oriented training, periodization of training into different phases and advice on how to plan and evaluate your own training diary. Information and suggestions on strength training and stretching are accompanied by tips on optimal and performance-enhancing nutrition. The book finishes with descriptions of technique and mental training.
6-Pack; The atmosphere is made up of layers of air that surround Earth. Temperature, air pressure, wind, and humidity are properties of air. Evaporation, condensation, and precipitation are stages of the water cycle, which move water through the atmosphere and back again. Climates are long-term weather patterns and can change over time.
Tired of feeling tired all the time? Do you find yourself thinking wistfully of the days when your belt-size was less than your age...your dress size less than your kid’s last birthday? Remember when the only spare tire you had to worry about was the one in your trunk? Do you find yourself gasping for breath at the top of the basement stairs? If any of this sounds familiar, then you’re ready for an over 40 fitness plan. And Fit Over 40 For Dummies is the place to start. Your complete guide to being fit and fabulous over 40, it shows you step-by-step how to set up a personalized fitness routine and stick to it, no matter what your age, weight, or athletic ability. Packed with practical know-how and inspiring anecdotes it shows you how to: Lose weight and inches from your waistline Boost your energy levels Lower or prevent high blood pressure Reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes Improve your muscle tone Give your skin a healthy glow Have a more vibrant sex life Rebound from life-changing events more quickly Get fitter than couch potatoes half your age Live a longer, healthier life Combing her own experiences with the latest scientific research, retired women’s tennis pro, Betsy Nagelsen McCormack explores what it takes to be fit over forty. And, step-by-step, she shows you how to: Assess your fitness level Eat right for maximum fitness Choose and buying exercise equipment Select the right gym Develop a balanced program of aerobics, weight training and stretching Integrate exercise into your daily routine Prevent and working around common injuries and ailments Explore sports, outdoor activities, and more Stop thinking about how great it would be to feel twenty-five again and do something about it. Fit Over 40 For Dummies helps you get on the road to health and well-being.
