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Timed for the 50th anniversary of his legendary Super Bowl "Guarantee," the NFL icon who first brought show business to sports is finally ready to tell the story of his spectacular rise and reign as "Broadway Joe," to his struggles with alcoholism, to the redemption he found in god later in life

A young athlete's guide to the sport of cheerleading and an effective teaching aid for coaches and teachers, illustrated with step-by-step colour photographs.

A Mental Toughness Playbook for Athletes, Parents, and CoachesIn sports, and in life, mental toughness matters-even more than raw talent and skill. But young athletes can''t develop it, and master other vital aspects of the "inner game," on their own. Coaches and parents play a vital role as well.In The Mental Training Guide for Elite Athletes, David Angeron speaks to all three audiences. He draws on his expertise as a sport psychology coach and his background as a college athlete and baseball scout to help readers overcome the fear, doubt, and  negativity  that derail players and teams.In This Book You Will Learn:ΓÇó  The fundamentals of the "Mental Master Method"ΓÇó  How personality type plays into athletic excellenceΓÇó  How to develop traits like work ethic, grit, and desireΓÇó  Why tools like visualization and imagery and deep breathing help "weaponize" pressure and supercharge your gameΓÇó  How positive energy can change the trajectory of a losing seasonIn The Mental Training Guide for Elite Athletes, Angeron will teach you the routines and exercises that great athletes use to take their performance to the next level-whether "next level" for you means making the team for the first time, or moving up to varsity, or being offered your first professional contract. When you practice these regularly and incorporate them into your life, you will be able to set and exceed goals and eventually reach your true potential. Packed with self-assessments, exercises, and engaging examples, this book is a must-read for athletes who want to transform their game┬¡ and coaches and parents who guide and support them on the journey.

An entertaining, authoritative, and captivating guide to all activities above, below, and beside the sea, The Ocean is the ultimate gift book - that is then used - by sailors, fishers, surfers, beachcombers, and ocean lovers everywhere.

Presenting readers with the most effective techniques for mind control, bestselling martial arts expert and scholar Dr. Haha Lung''s Mind Control is the cult-classic guide to breaching an opponent''s mental defenses by using his fears, insecurities, hopes, and beliefs against him.Buddha said, "Your greatest weapon is your enemy''s mind." Crucial to victory in any battle is psychological warfare, a technique employed and perfected by history''s greatest military thinkers, such as Sun Tzu, Yoritomo, and Musashi of Japan; and several lesser-known but incredibly influential masterminds.Dr. Haha Lung, author of more than a dozen books on martial arts, presents an all-in-one primer to breaching your enemy''s mental defenses. Building on the techniques he presented in the classic Mind Manipulation, he shows how to use your enemy''s fears, insecurities, hopes, and beliefs against him. Some of the most effective mind control techniques are from forgotten masters of the trade, and are featured here for the very first time:Dark Arts: the art of intimidationThe Secret of Seven: the Seven Wheels of PowerMasters of the East: Including the Craft of the Hircarrah, Vietnamese voodooChinese Face: the art of K''ung Ming and Chinese face-readingSamurai Sly: Yoritomo''s Art of Influence; the Way of No-Sword; Shadow Warriors.Blood of Abraham: Biblical black science

The stunningly candid autobiography of one of cycling's great names and the man who rode alongside Lance Armstrong for each of his now infamous seven Tour victoriesGeorge Hincapie has always personified more than the sport in which he chose to compete, cycling, and his legacy will be more than the sum of his accomplishments on the road. It is also intertwined with the team-mates he helped to achieve success.As Lance Armstrong's trusted sidekick, he helped re-write the record books of the greatest cycling event in the world, the Tour de France. No other team-mate was with Lance for all seven of his wins. No one was closer to him as a friend or confidante and no one was closer to the scandal which would ultimately bring down Armstrong and so many of those around him.Told with stunning candour, 'The Loyal Lietenant' offers the most transparent and engaging account yet of the now infamous years of cycling's modern history.It is a book that will once again change our perceptions of what it means to be a sporting great.

The Reeds VHF Handbook is an accessible, user friendly but comprehensive guide to marine VHF radio that helps users quickly get up to speed with all the functions on their equipment. Straightforward explanations and tips describe the leisure VHF DSC radio system in detail and its place within GMDSS.This brand new book incorporates all the information required to pass the Short Range Certificate, which is compulsory for anyone using a VHF DSC radio, and forms part of the process of obtaining the Day Skipper qualification. The book covers radio procedure, channel allocation, VHF radio theory and more, along with a full explanation of GMDSS, including details on EPIRBs, SARTs and Navtex.The Reeds VHF Handbook is an essential onboard reference, and set to become the standard work on the subject.

A beautifully illustrated guide to Britain''s 55 most fascinating and attractive canals.This attractive guidebook shows off just how rich our waterways heritage is. This fully updated new edition highlights 55 of Britain''s most beautiful and interesting canals, with new photography, updated text throughout and a new ''places to visit'' feature for each canal (picking out 3 places within walking distance, and another 3 slightly further away). In each of the 55 chapters, Stuart Fisher gives a lively background to the history, wildlife and pubs alongside each waterway, as well as a handy map and useful information for visitors.Through the beautiful cities of London, Bath and Oxford, traversing stunning countryside and national parks, and exploring some of the best Victorian engineering and industry, this book is an inspiring and thoroughly enjoyable read, as well as a perfect resource for anyone thinking about a day out or holiday along Britain''s wonderful canals.

Of all the games mountaineers play, the hardest - and cruellest - is climbing the fourteen peaks over 8,000 metres in winter. Award-winning author Bernadette McDonald tells how Poland's ice warriors made winter their own, perfecting what they dubbed 'the art of suffering'. Winter 8000 is the story of true adventure at its most demanding.

This beautifully produced compendium gives you a knot challenge for every day of the year. With hundreds to choose from, all colour coded by use, you can work through the book from start to finish, gradually building on your knowledge as you go, or alternatively dipping in and out for your daily knotting fix.Covers:- all the essential knots- useful hitches, bends, whippings and splices- handy knots for making outdoor items: plant hangers, harnesses, tree swings, rope ladder- mini knot craft projects: cool keyrings, friendship bracelets, belts, mats - magic 'trick' knots: escapology knots, vanishing knots, travelling knots- freestyle knots: have a go at the 'thrown bowline' (an old cowboy trick) - everyday fashion knots - new ways to tie your shoelaces, scarf, or even your tie!You won't escape this book without learning something, and you won't put it down without picking up an interesting fact or useful technique. Give it a month and you'll be a knot tying fanatic; give it a year and you'll be a knotting supremo!

This is a must-have compact travel guide to the Canal du Midi, a picturesque waterway in Southern France, popular for boating trips and holidays. The Canal du Midi is recognised as one of the most beautiful and popular waterways in Europe. It is an UNESCO world heritage site and attracts many visitors every year. It's widely regarded as the perfect boating region for wine tasting, sightseeing at medieval villages and cities, and visiting cafes and restaurants. This up-to-date, comprehensive travel guide covers all the practical information and sightseeing opportunities boaters need to know about during their holiday on the canal, including: -Highlights and itinerary for Canal du Midi trips for easy planning-Insider travel tips for your boating holiday: where to stop off, sightseeing highlights, recommended restaurants to visit along the way-Essential practical nautical information such as how and where to charter, locks, bridges and berths and so on-Concise English-French dictionary with the most important vocab-Fantastic photography and useful route maps

The amazing story of champion cyclist Gino Bartali. How he helped save the lives of 800 Jews during WW2.

That Will Be England Gone is a tour d'horizon of cricket in England from April to September.

The inside track on how champions are made, written by one of the world's top sports scientists and an award-winning sports journalist.

In horse racing greatness is defined by speed. Being the second fastest counts for little. You have to win. And win. And keep winning until every challenger of your generation is put to the sword. Of the twelve horses lined up on Newmarket Heath that 2011 day, one would do just that. And more. To become the greatest racehorse that has ever lived.

Whether you make up part of the 1000% increase in football agents since 2001 or simply have an interest in sport and business, How to Become a Football Agent: The Guide can give you the opportunity and the skills for a successful career in the exhilarating game of football or indeed any client based business.

This book is designed to guide beginning students through the fundamentals of tai chi in ten weeks. Dr. Aihan Kuhn teaches readers the twenty-four-step Yang-style form. She shares insight on warming up, healing, and avoiding injury.

Each morning before getting out of bed, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming practices a series of movements he has combined based on decades of experience. In Meridian Qigong Exercises, Dr. Yang teaches you his special daily exercise routine.