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Professor Naismith's New Game
by Jessica Van DesselHave you ever gotten bored when the weather is too bad to go outside for recess? Bored students and bad weather inspired James Naismith to invent the game of basketball in the late 19th century. Using a soccer ball and peach baskets, Professor Naismith worked out the rules of the new sport at the local YMCA.
Profi sein - Nicht nur im Sport
by Jörg Bencker Patric Böhle Philipp SchwethelmErfolgreich im Sport, die Finanzen im Griff, nach der Profilaufbahn festen Boden unter den Füßen: „Profi sein - nicht nur im Sport“. Erstmalig liegt mit diesem Buch ein praxisorientierter Ratgeber vor, der allen Profi- und Spitzensportlern dabei hilft, kluge Entscheidungen beim Aufbau ihrer Karriere und beim Umgang mit ihren Finanzen zu treffen. Hart trainieren, viel Geld verdienen - doch nach der Sportkarriere trotz Millionenverträgen pleite und ohne Ausbildung? Das Schicksal, das viele berühmte Sportgrößen und unbekanntere Profisportler miteinander teilen, muss nicht sein. Dieses Buch präsentiert einen dreiteiligen Leitfaden für den Sportprofi: 1. Die Planung der sportlichen Laufbahn und die Weichenstellung bei der beruflichen Vorbereitung auf die Zeit nach dem Karriereende.2. Den strategischen Vermögensaufbau und die bestmögliche finanzielle Absicherung.3. Die Bedeutung des Steuerrechts und das rechtzeitige Erkennen der Stolpersteine.Finanzexperte Jörg Bencker, Steuerspezialist Patric Böhle und Basketballprofi Philipp Schwethelm haben die wichtigsten Themen gemeinsam durchgespielt und praxisnah für den Leser zusammengefasst. Sie zeigen auf, welche Gründe einen erfolgreichen Spitzensportler in den Ruin führen können und worauf der Profisportler achten muss, um rechtzeitig die Weichen für ein attraktives Leben nach der Karriere zu stellen. Dabei nehmen die drei Autoren alle Beteiligten mit aufs Spielfeld, den Profi und Jungsportler genauso wie den Trainer, den Sportlerberater, den Vereinsmanager, die Familie, die Freundin, den Partner und den Sportfan.Die Kapitel sind kurz, unterhaltsam und leicht verständlich geschrieben, gewürzt mit Tipps und Tricks und einem guten Schuss Humor. Eine interessante Lektüre, die den Leser nicht nur grundlegend informiert, sondern auch zum Staunen und Schmunzeln bringt. Frank Buschmann (Fernsehmoderator, Sportreporter und ehemaliger Basketballspieler) zum Buch: "Der Beruf Profisportler kann so wunderbar, so erfolgreich verlaufen. Er ist aber auch knüppelhart und kann ganz schnell vorbei sein. Als ich gesehen habe, dass dieses Buch ein wichtiger Anstoß, aber auch eine große Hilfe für Sportler ist, da habe ich spontan gedacht: Das sollten viele Sportler, ihre Familien und vielleicht ja auch ihre Berater mal in aller Ruhe lesen ...ratatataaa".
Programming for Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Services: A Servant Leadership Approach (3rd Edition)
by Donald G. Degraaf Debra J. Jordan Kathy H. DegraafThis book is about the art and science of the complete programming process. The authors strive to go beyond merely presenting the knowledge and skills needed to provide quality programs; they suggest the integration of values into this process. They do this from a servant leadership perspective.
Progression and Progress in Physical Education
by Margaret Whitehead Julia Lawrence Susan CapelHow well do I take account of the needs of different classes and individual learners to facilitate and enhance progress? Do I plan for progress based on where learners are currently at? Does the curriculum facilitate and enhance progress?Exploring these questions and more, this book examines what progress in physical education looks like and conditions for facilitating and enhancing the progress of individual learners across different domains of learning.Progression and Progress in Physical Education contains 12 units, each of which highlights an aspect of progression or progress in physical education. Throughout, the book emphasises that it is individual learners that make progress therefore highlighting the importance of catering for the holistic, individual learner. Grouped into four sections, units cover:- What is meant by progression, progress and learning?- The holistic nature of individual learners- The Physical, Cognitive and Affective Domains of learning- Teaching to facilitate and enhance progress- Recognising and charting progress- The role of the curriculum in facilitating and enhancing progress- The broader context in which physical education teachers workFilled throughout with examples of existing good practice and useful tips, this text will support all primary and secondary physical education teachers in facilitating and enhancing learner progress in physical education.
Project Partners (Jina Jeong)
by Carol KimJina Jeong loves to read! She’s thrilled when her teacher, Ms. Hunter, assigns everyone in class a reading partner. But Jina’s excitement turns to disappointment when her reading buddy is less than thrilled about this new assignment. Can Jina find a way to change her partner’s mind about books, and what does Jina learn in the process?
Projectile Dynamics in Sport: Principles and Applications
by Colin WhiteHow can we predict the trajectory of a baseball from bat to outfield? How do the dimples in a golf ball influence its flight from tee to pin? What forces determine the path of a soccer ball steered over a defensive wall by an elite player? An understanding of the physical processes involved in throwing, hitting, firing and releasing sporting projectiles is essential for a full understanding of the science that underpins sport. This is the first book to comprehensively examine those processes and to explain the factors governing the trajectories of sporting projectiles once they are set in motion. From a serve in tennis to the flight of a ’human projectile’ over a high jump bar, this book explains the universal physical and mathematical principles governing movement in sport, and then shows how those principles are applied in specific sporting contexts. Divided into two sections, addressing theory and application respectively, the book explores key concepts such as: friction, spin, drag, impact and bounce computer and mathematical modelling variable sensitivity the design of sports equipment materials science. Richly illustrated throughout, and containing a wealth of research data as well as worked equations and examples, this book is essential reading for all serious students of sports biomechanics, sports engineering, sports technology, sports equipment design and sports performance analysis.
Projects With Water (Simple Science Projects)
by John WilliamsProvides instructions for projects involving rafts, paddle boats, and other objects that float.
Promise of Paradise
by Rosemary HammondLuke Fury was Jessica's last hope!Jessica's only desire was to find out the truth about her husband's death...but everywhere she turned for help she met a brick wall of secrecy.Luke had been her husband's colleague, and clearly knew more than he pretended. But he considered Jessica a self-indulgent socialite-and he wasn't about to do her any favors! Jessica was determined to convince Luke that he'd misjudged her; suddenly her growing attraction for him was becoming the most burning desire of all....
Promises to Keep: How Jackie Robinson Changed America
by Sharon RobinsonA warm, intimate portrait of Jackie Robinson, America's sports icon, told from the unique perspective of a unique insider: his only daughter. Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball. Jackie Robinson was an outstanding athlete, a devoted family man and a dedicated civil rights activist. The author explores the fascinating circumstances surrounding Jackie Robinson's breakthrough. She also tells the off-the-field story of Robinson's hard-won victories and the inspiring effect he had on his family, his community. . . his country! Includes never-before-published letters by Jackie Robinson, as well as photos from the Robinson family archives.
Promises to Keep: How Jackie Robinson Changed America
by Sharon RobinsonThe bestselling classic biography of Jackie Robinson, America's legendary baseball player and civil rights activist, told from the unique perspective of an insider: his only daughter.Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball -- and taught his children that the only measure of life is the impact you have on others lives'.Promises to Keep is the story of Jackie Robinson's hard-won victories in baseball, business, politics, and civil rights. It looks at the inspiring effect the legendary Brooklyn Dodger had on his family, his community ... his country. Told from the unique perspective of Robinson's only daughter, this intimate and uplifting book includes photos from the Robinson family archives and family letters never published before.Jackie Robinson is one our great national heroes. Promises to Keep reminds us what made him a champion -- on and off the field!
Promote Your Inner Cowgirl: The Horse Lover’s Way to Work Less, Earn More, and Live Your Passion
by Lynda FlowersFor those who have denied their inner cowgirl for far too long, it is time to level up, jump back in the saddle, and return to life’s passion with Promote Your Inner Cowgirl.Lifelong cowgirl, entrepreneur, and nurse practitioner, Dr. Lynda Flowers has the answer. Throughout her life she’s had to balance the rigors of work and family with time to enjoy her love of horses. Now, after founding several startups, including her cowgirl coaching business, Dr. Flowers guides fellow horse lovers away from their frustration and toward the lifestyle they’ve always wanted. In Promote Your Inner Cowgirl, Dr. Flowers sets forth a framework to launch a business, generate income, and free up time to do what horse lovers love, along with how to:Set boundaries while aligning their goals and passionsStand out as a leader and team playerFind and launch a business that worksTurn past failures into future successesIdentify a team that is supportive
Promoting Physical Activity and Health in the Classroom
by Aaron Beighle Deb Pangrazi Robert PangraziTeachers are being increasingly called on everyday to cover physical activity requirements, ready or not: this book offers them a way to do that--responsibly, effectively, and knowledgeably.
Promotion of Physical Activity and Health in the School Setting
by Antonio García-HermosoThis book is the first-known contributed volume focused exclusively on physical activity in the school setting. It describes the importance of regular physical activity for all preschoolers, children and adolescents, which contributes to preventing concerning public health problems such as childhood obesity and physical inactivity. Children and adolescents spend more time in school than anywhere else other than the home, making schools an excellent setting in which to offer quality physical activity education and possibilities for an active school day. Physical activity is associated with physiological, physical, and mental health benefits. School-based physical activity initiatives can also positively impact learning and classroom behavior. This book comprehensively reviews the latest research on physical activity and health in the school setting, presenting different perspectives from prestigious international authors representing 12 countries and involving 40 different researchers. It provides an in-depth description on how the school environment can be used to develop, implement, and evaluate strategies that promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior among these populations according to the educational stage (i.e., pre-primary, primary and secondary school). It also details how to implement each individual initiative based on successful investigations and how to plan, implement and evaluate a school policy. By implementing these strategies, schools can help create a culture of physical activity that promotes healthy habits and reduces the risk of chronic diseases. The volume's 16 chapters are organized in three parts, providing an overview of current knowledge. The authors discuss advances in theory and research and demonstrate how they are using that evidence to improve professional practice and collaborate with families. Part I: Movement Guidelines and Recommendations Part II: Monitoring and Evaluation in School Settings Part III: Physical Activity During School Hours Promotion of Physical Activity and Health in the School Setting makes an important contribution to the youth physical activity field for scholars and practitioners. The book is essential reading for advanced students, researchers, practitioners, and policy-makers with an interest in physical activity, youth sport, public health, physical education, or child and adolescent development and education.
Proof of Their Forbidden Night: Cinderella In The Sicilian's World / Proof Of Their Forbidden Night (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Chantelle ShawA one night stand of forbidden passion leaves a woman pregnant by a Greek tycoon in this sexy international romance from a USA Today–bestselling author.Greek CEO Andreas Karelis knows seducing innocent Isla Stanford would be a huge mistake—she’s completely off-limits! But thrown together on an Aegean island paradise, neither can resist indulging in their illicit temptation . . .Long after she leaves, their sizzling encounter is seared on to Isla’s heart—because she’s carrying Andreas’s baby! Scarred by her own father’s rejection, Isla is determined to make Andreas claim his son. Meaning she must face a terrifying truth—she wants Andreas to claim her, too . . .
Proposition: Marriage
by Eileen WilksFIANCÉ ON HER DOORSTEP?One memorable adventure was what pretty, practical Jane Smith had wanted. After all, her life had proved to be as ordinary as her name. But Jane never dreamed she'd end a conventional vacation almost kidnapped by rebels, then rescued by the most seductive spy she ever could have imagined.Nor did Jane expect Samual Charmaneaux, still seductive, now an ex-spy, to show up on her doorstep and propose a marriage of convenience-just in case her holiday souvenir turned out to be his bundle of joy. She'd lost her heart to Samuel already, but could practical Jane give her hand to a mystery man who promised to make marriage a lifelong adventure?
Proprioception in Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
by Mahmut Nedim Doral Defne Kaya Baran YosmaogluThis book is a comprehensive guide to proprioceptive rehabilitation after orthopaedic and sports surgery. In addition, it equips readers with a thorough understanding of the neurophysiology and assessment of proprioception and clearly explains the relationships between surgical procedures, injuries, and anatomy and proprioception. Proprioception is still an unclear topic for most clinicians and scientists, and this is the first book specifically on proprioception in the context of orthopaedics and sports injuries, surgery, and rehabilitation. After an opening section describing key basic knowledge, individual chapters discuss proprioception after injuries and surgery to different parts of the body and explain the role of proprioceptive training in optimal rehabilitation. Among other topics addressed are proprioception after soft tissue regenerative treatment and the relation between osteoarthritis and proprioception. The book includes numerous descriptions of exercises, photographs, and tables documenting rehabilitation strategies. It will be of value for all students, clinicians, and academicians with an interest in the subject.
Pros and Cons: The Criminals Who Play in the NFL
by Jeff Benedict Don YaegerDiscloses the names of the convicted criminals in the NFL, the stunning severity of their crimes, & why they're still playing.
Prospect: A Novel (The Eventing Series)
by Natalie Keller ReinertThe sixth book in Natalie Keller Reinert’s beloved Eventing Series, set in the high-stakes world of three-day eventing, now reimagined and repackaged!This time, Jules might finally be in over her head. Pete is away in California, and Jules’ promising new horse, Confident Liar, is proving to be a tough ride. Not to mention, her employers are putting the pressure on, expecting more from Jules than she can possibly provide. And Evan Folkes is dangling a shot at international competition that Jules is hard-pressed to resist. She has the support of her old friends and her beloved students, but she’s being pulled in a million different directions.No one is going to wait around while Jules figures out what she wants. On a collision course with the confrontational head of the co-op board, and without Pete to turn to for advice, Jules is drawn back toward her coach. Evan has always wanted to be more than friends, but he’s never been trustworthy. Jules might be risking everything in her attempt to please everyone. She thought she could have it all—but was that too good to be true?In Natalie Keller Reinert’s beloved eight-book Eventing Series, we follow Jules and her friends through the joys and heartbreaks of the competitive eventing circuit, as they work their way into elite echelons—and into one another’s lives and hearts. Utterly immersive and propulsive, this series is an unforgettable journey for anyone who has ever fallen in love with horses, or humans.
Prosthetic Designs for Restoring Human Limb Function
by William CraeliusThis textbook provides a thorough introduction and overview of the design and engineering of state-of-the-art prosthetics and assistive technologies. Innovations in prosthetics are increasingly made by cross-disciplinary thinking, and the author introduces the application of biomedical, mechanical, electrical, computer, and materials engineering principles to the design of artificial limbs. Coverage includes the fundamentals of biomechanics, biomechanical modeling and measurements, the basics of anatomy and physiology of limb defects, and the historical development of prosthetic design. This book stimulates the innovative thinking necessary for advancing limb restoration, and will be essential reading for students, as well as researchers, professional engineers, and prosthetists involved in the design and manufacture of artificial limbs.Learning enhanced by the exercises, including physical modeling with MATLAB and Simulink;Includes appendices with relevant equations and parameters for reference;Introduction to the design and engineering of prosthetics and assistive technologies.
Protecting the Quarterback
by Kristina KnightThis is more than just a game...to her Sports broadcaster Brooks Smith has always been more involved with the game than the players. But after she shares the spotlight at an awards ceremony with tabloid sensation Jonas Nash, one night of letting her guard down around the infamous quarterback spirals into many heated days and nights together when she gets assigned to the story of the year... The hottest player in professional football is hiding a secret that could end his career for good. Now Brooks is caught on the sidelines between the job she loves and the man she is falling in love with.
Protective Instinct (The Unlovabulls #1)
by Tricia LynneIf NFL player Brody Shaw wants to retire from his hometown team, the Dallas Bulldogs, he needs to keep his head down and his nose clean. When the stray dog he rescued bites the pet sitter, it sets off an avalanche of bad publicity, and it’s time to bring in a professional. Dog-trainer Lily Costello has no intention of training Brody’s dog, CC—football players are bad news, and Brody Shaw is a player if she’s ever met one. Then she sees the brand on CC’s stomach. She came from a puppy mill—the very one Lily is trying to find and shut down. Brody is all in to help the curvy trainer, and with his clout and connections, Lily finally has a lead. But it’s not long before they attract the wrong kind of attention. When someone makes it clear that they’ll stop at nothing to halt the search, it’ll take everything Brody and Lily have to escape with their lives…The UnlovabullsBook 1: Protective Instinct
Proud (Young Readers Edition): Living My American Dream
by Ibtihaj MuhammadThe inspiring all-American story of faith, family, hard work, and perseverance by Olympic fencer, activist, and Time"100 Most Influential People" honoree Ibtihaj MuhammadAt the 2016 Rio Olympics, Ibtihaj Muhammad smashed barriers as the first American to compete wearing hijab, and made history as the first Muslim-American woman to medal. But it wasn't an easy road--in a sport most popular among wealthy white people, Ibtihaj often felt out of place. Ibtihaj was fast, hardworking, and devoted to her faith, but rivals and teammates (as well as coaches and officials) pointed out her differences, insisting she would never succeed. Yet Ibtihaj powered on. Her inspiring journey from a young outsider to an Olympic hero is a relatable, memorable, and uniquely American tale of hard work, determination, and self-reliance.
Proud: My Autobiography
by Gareth Thomas**WINNER British Sports Book Awards SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR****Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award**Gareth Thomas had it all. He was a national hero, a sporting icon. He was a leader of men, captain of Wales and the British Lions. To him, rugby was an expression of cultural identity, a sacred code. It was no mere ball game. It gave him everything, except the freedom to be himself.This is the story of a man with a secret that was slowly killing him. Something that might devastate not only his own life but the lives of his wife, family, friends and teammates. The only place where he could find any refuge from the pain and guilt of the lie he was living was on the pitch, playing the sport he loved. But all his success didn’t make the strain of hiding who he really was go away. His fear that telling the truth about his sexuality would lose him everything he loved almost sent him over the edge.The deceit ended when Gareth became the world’s most prominent athlete to come out as a gay man. His gesture has strengthened strangers, and given him a fresh perspective. Gareth’s inspiring and moving story transcends the world of sport to tell a universal truth about feeling like an outsider, and facing up to who you really are.
Proud: My Fight for an Unlikely American Dream
by Lori Tharps Ibtihaj MuhammadNamed one of TIME's 100 Most Influential PeopleThe first female Muslim American to medal at the Olympic GamesThe first woman in hijab to compete for the United States in the OlympicsGrowing up in New Jersey as the only African American Muslim in hijab in town, at school, and on the playing fields, Ibtihaj Muhammad always had to find her own way. When she discovered fencing, a sport traditionally reserved for the wealthy and white, once again she had to defy expectations and make a place for herself in a sport she grew to love. Even though Ibtihaj would start fencing later than most, at 13 years old her talent was undeniable. From winning state championships with her high school team to three-time All-America selections at Duke University, Ibtihaj was poised for success, but the fencing community wasn't ready to welcome her with open arms.Ibtihaj Muhammad's path to Olympic greatness has been marked with opposition and near-debilitating challenges because of her race, religion, and gender. As the only woman of color and the only religious minority on the U.S. women's saber team, again Ibtihaj had to push past stereotypes, misconceptions, and negativity to find her own path to success and Olympic glory. Proud is the inspiring story of how Ibtihaj rose above it all with grace and compassion. She provides an unflinching and honest portrayal of how she managed to stay true to herself and still play by the rules. A coming-of-age story, a hero's journey, and a moving memoir from one of the nation's most influential athletes.
Prove d'Amore
by Catherine Gayle Cristina BorgomeoL’astro nascente dell’hockey, Jamie Babcock è pronto ad affrontare la prova più importante—e stavolta non sul ghiaccio. Uscire con la figlia del suo compagno di squadra potrebbe essere più rischioso di un testa a testa con uno dei suoi avversari. Ma il tempo sta finendo—è ora o mai più. La diplomanda Katie Weber conosce fin troppo bene le disavventure adolescenziali, ma la diagnosi di leucemia le complica ancor di più la vita. Con il ballo della scuola in arrivo e il dover affrontare la perdita dei capelli, Katie potrebbe restare a casa nella serata più importante della sua, potenzialmente breve, vita. A meno che Jamie Babcock, il suo amore da una vita, riesca a fare la mossa per cui lei sta pregando. Ma non è l’unico miracolo di cui ha bisogno. Ora Jamie deve dimostrare a Katie quanto lei sia importante e quanto duramente dovrà lottare. Prima che sia troppo tardi…