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The Beginning Runner's Handbook
by Ian Macneill The Sport Medicine Council of British ColumbiaMore than 20.5 million Americans run recreationally, according to the latest U.S. statistics-an astonishing figure that underscores just how popular running is as a method of improving fitness. This tightly written, absolutely basic guide exclusively for the beginning runner offers a proven and tested program perfectly suited to those seeking long-term fitness.At the core of the book is "the program"-the specific 13-week walk/run plan designed to turn people into runners, without injury. Everyone-walkers, first-time joggers, even those who want to advance another step-will find a training program to suit their interests, needs and current level of fitness.For this new edition, much has been added, including all-new material on running faster and farther; fartlek, interval and tempo training; how to maintain fitness while vacationing, and a post-13-weeks maintenance program. Another new chapter focuses on building toward half and full marathons. As well, there's a new chapter on running and the family, including running during pregnancy and after the baby arrives, jogging strollers, children who want to run and running with the family dog. Other new sections examine coming back from injuries, as well as the latest on nutrition and running, such as low-carb diets and running.
The Beijing Olympiad: The Political Economy of a Sporting Mega-Event
by Paul Close David Askew Xu XinThe stage is set for the Beijing Olympiad to be the greatest mega-event, sporting or otherwise, in history. Still, the issues taxing many minds include whether the Beijing Games will be successful; whether they will be wrought with and wrecked by troubles; and who they will benefit. What value will the 2008 Games be to the people of China? Will they mainly serve the purposes of the dominant political, economic and cultural groups at and between the local, regional and global levels of modern social life? The Beijing Olympiad examines these among other questions, providing a range of original insights of interest to an array of scholars, researchers and students from Sports Studies to Sociology, Politics, Economics, International Relations and Legal Studies.
The Believer: A Year in the Fly Fishing Life
by David CogginsThe author of the instant fishing classic The Optimist shares new wisdom, humor, and experience in seven extraordinary fly-fishing expeditions—&“an engaging personal journey about finding what you need to find and keeping it in your heart&” (Kirkus Reviews).In The Optimist, David Coggins tackled the techniques of fly-fishing and meditated on its virtues, recounting his triumphs and failures. Now, in The Believer, he deftly mixes travel, local cultures, further fishing challenges (some knee-buckling in their disappointment), and details his own experience as life and love crowd his time to fish. Self-consciously—and self-deprecatingly—Coggins embarks on seven far-flung fishing voyages, away from screens and social media, not answering his phone, and reveling in humanity&’s undying yearning for a quest, for the rituals and rites of passage that mark transition. For Coggins, these journeys—to Norway, Scotland, Spain, Cuba, and Argentina, as well as road trips to Wyoming, Tennessee, and the Catskills—not only showcase his skill as an angler but also signal the end of his fly-fishing youth. But that doesn&’t mean that Coggins will sell all his rods and hang up his hat; rather, his relationship with his fly-fishing obsession will evolve—especially if he can catch an elusive salmon or a ferociously strong tarpon or the mercurial permit. The Believer is a humble, humorous call for the journey that is as enriching as the destination, where the search for greater self-awareness leads to patience, observation, and endurance. And, since this is fly-fishing, after all, there&’s always the possibility of abject failure and leaping, glorious reward. Wry, entertaining, thoughtful, and relatable, The Believer is &“a wonderful example of how well angling can weave us into the world&” (Gray&’s Sporting Journal) and will hook both anglers and non-anglers alike.
The Berenstain Bears Let's Go Play Collection: 6 Books in 1 (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story)
by Mike BerenstainGet outside and play with the Berenstain Bears! This high-value, six-book collection encourages young readers to get out and explore God&’s wonderful world, with inspiring stories filled with adventure, laughter, and fun. The Berenstain Bears Let&’s Go Play Collection—part of the bestselling Zonderkidz Living Lights™ series—also features helpful instructions and tips for ten timeless games and activities, including hopscotch, camping, capture the flag, and more!Join the Berenstain Bears as they explore the value of teamwork, active play, and a love of the great outdoors in The Berenstain Bears Let&’s Go Play Collection. With six beloved stories and ten activity suggestions, this affordable and giftable treasury for children ages 4-8 is perfect for classrooms, summer reading, story time, or anytime!The Berenstain Bears Let&’s Go Play Collection includes six classic favorites:The Berenstain Bears Faithful FriendsThe Berenstain Bears God Made You SpecialThe Berenstain Bears Why Do Good Bears Have Bad Days?The Berenstain Bears Honesty CountsThe Berenstain Bears Play a Good GameThe Berenstain Bears God&’s Wonderful World The Berenstain Bears?Living Lights™ series:Is written and illustrated by Mike BerenstainFeatures the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain with the Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children&’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date The popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series has sold over 13 million copies since 2008.Look for additional inspirational children&’s picture books in?The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series.
The Berenstain Bears Play Ball
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainBatter up! When baseball fever hits Bear Country, Papa Bear wants to turn Brother Bear into a star player--but what about Sister Bear? Little League is coming to Bear Country! It's enough to wake Papa Bear from his spring snooze in the hammock. Mama Bear knows there's no stopping him as Papa races up to the attic and gets down his old bat, ball, and glove to coach the next Hall of Famer: Brother Bear. But the cub would rather play with his friends. Who wants to practice day and night? Isn't baseball supposed to be fun? Will Papa Bear put together a winning team and make Brother Bear the star player? And will Sister Bear ever get her turn at bat?
The Berenstain Bears Play Football! (I Can Read Level 1)
by Mike BerenstainThe Berenstain Bears are ready to play football in this new action-packed addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series.The family cannot wait to watch the Grizzly Bowl! As they wait for the big game to start, the cubs huddle outside to play football. Will Brother score the winning touchdown in time?The Berenstain Bears Play Football! is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
The Berenstain Bears Play T-Ball (I Can Read Level 1)
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainThe Berenstain Bears love teaching their friends new things in this action-packed addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series.Brother Bear and Sister Bear are teaching the younger bears to play T-ball. But it's tough when the cubs don't know the difference between running to home plate and running home! Will Brother Bear and Sister Bear be able to put together a winning team?The Berenstain Bears Play T-Ball is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
The Berenstain Bears Play a Fair Game: Level 1 (I Can Read! / Berenstain Bears / Living Lights: A Faith Story)
by Stan Berenstain Jan Berenstain Mike BerenstainYoung readers will enjoy reading about Coach Papa Bear and his players in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn how to play fairly and act in a way that pleases God.The Berenstain Bears Play a Fair Game—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series of books—is perfect for:Early readers ages 4-8Reading out loud in classrooms, during story time, and at home or bedtimeBirthday gifts, Easter, holiday gift giving, or as a new addition to your e-librarySparking meaningful conversations about good sportsmanship and being a team playerThe Berenstain Bears Play a Fair Game is an addition to the Living Lights™ series that:Features the hand-drawn artwork of the Berenstain familyContinues in the much-loved footsteps of Stan and Jan Berenstain in this Berenstain Bears series of booksIs part of one of the bestselling children&’s book series ever created, with more than 250 books published and nearly 300 million copies sold to date
The Berenstain Bears The Trouble with Tryouts: An Early Reader Chapter Book (Berenstain Bears/Living Lights)
by Stan Berenstain Jan Berenstain Mike BerenstainSister Bear is a super soccer player. She should be a shoo-in at soccer tryouts … except for one little problem. Sister Bear is too small. Find out if Sister makes the team despite her size in this engaging early reader chapter book featuring all your favorite Berenstain Bear family and friends.Sister is fast on her feet. She kicks the ball with the power of a cub twice her size. Yet, even Mama, Papa, and Brother think she has set her sights too high because, compared to the other cubs, Sister Bear is too small to make the team … or is she?Featuring all your favorite Berenstain Bear family and friends, this early reader chapter book helps kids connect plot to chapter structure, taking their love of books and reading to the next level. And, as part of the beloved Living Lights series, it’s the perfect segue for emerging readers and fans of the brand.The Berenstain Bears Trouble with Tryouts:Helps early readers ages 6-10 graduate from following along with picture books to reading chapter books on their ownIs the perfect steppingstone for readers who are ready to take the next important step in their reading comprehensionIncludes all the Berenstain Bears family and friends who have been beloved by parents, grandparents, children, and grandchildren for decadesFeatures kid-friendly text and easy-to-read, easy-to-remember Scripture versesTeaches valuable life lessons about always believing in yourself and never underestimating the power of an underdogIs a fun, new book in the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights series, which has sold over 8 million copies since 2008
The Berenstain Bears and the Female Fullback
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainCan girls play football? Bertha Broom wants to join the football team but is turned down by coach Grizzmeyer because she's a girl. The students at Bear Country School start to question how girls and boys are treated differently. Soon, everyone is up in arms about Bertha's "football fate." Then Queenie McBear and Sister Bear decide to take a serious stand and get the town involved in equality for everyone!
The Berenstain Bears and the Galloping Ghost
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainBrother Bear learns about fear and getting back in the saddle when a ghost haunts the horse riding academy.
The Berenstain Bears by the Sea (I Can Read!)
by Stan Berenstain Jan BerenstainNow young children can read Bear Country tales all by themselves! In the Berenstain Bears' exciting Step into Reading debut, Brother and Sister can't wait to go swimming. But first, there are many jobs to do in the Bear Family's summer house. <P><P>There are rooms to clean, groceries to put away, closets to air out, suitcases to unpack, and on and on. Will the cubs ever get to dip their tootsies in the sea?
The Berenstain Bears' Big Track Meet (I Can Read Level 1)
by Mike BerenstainGive a big cheer for your favorite family of bears in this addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series. It’s finally the Bear Family Big Track Meet! After years of training, Papa, Sister, and Brother are ready to race, jump, and climb their way to win gold. But there can only be one champion at the top of the podium. Who will it be? The Berenstain Bears' Big Track Meet is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and read full sentences.
The Berenstain Bears: We Love Baseball! (I Can Read Level 1)
by Mike BerenstainThe Berenstain Bears are ready to cheer on their favorite baseball team in this new action-packed addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series.The family enjoys everything the ball game has to offer, from the seventh-inning stretch to catching a fly ball. Papa even takes a shot as the team’s mascot! The Berenstain Bears: We Love Baseball! is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
The Berenstain Bears: We Love Soccer! (I Can Read Level 1)
by Mike BerenstainThe Berenstain Bears win big for their family in this exciting addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series.From passing the ball to scoring goals, there's enough excitement on the soccer field to fill a sunny afternoon! But when Mama starts getting too involved, it's up to the cubs to remind her what playing soccer is really all about.The Berenstain Bears: We Love Soccer! is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
The Berlin Boxing Club
by Robert SharenowFourteen-year-old Karl Stern has never thought of himself as a Jew. But to the bullies at his school in Naziera Berlin, it doesn't matter that Karl has never set foot in a synagogue or that his family doesn't practice religion. Demoralized by relentless attacks on a heritage he doesn't accept as his own, Karl longs to prove his worth to everyone around him. So when Max Schmeling, champion boxer and German national hero, makes a deal with Karl's father to give Karl boxing lessons, Karl sees it as the perfect chance to reinvent himself. A skilled cartoonist, Karl has never had an interest in boxing, but as Max becomes the mentor Karl never had, Karl soon finds both his boxing skills and his art flourishing. But when Nazi violence against Jews escalates, Karl must take on a new role: protector of his family. Karl longs to ask his new mentor for help, but with Max's fame growing, he is forced to associate with Hitler and other Nazi elites, leaving Karl to wonder where his hero's sympathies truly lie. Can Karl balance his dream of boxing greatness with his obligation to keep his family out of harm's way?
The Best American Hunting Stories: Exciting True-life Tales From America's Leading Outdoor Writers (Field & Stream #5)
by The Editors of Field & StreamUnforgettable stories of big game, loyal friends, and the respect that nature commands—culled from more than one hundred years of Field & Stream. If there&’s one thing hunters and non-hunters alike can share, it&’s the love of a good story. From the annals of the world&’s leading outdoor magazine comes this collection of the Field & Stream editors&’ favorite true-life tales: record harvests and sassy trail guides; bear drives and dicey bowhunts; fond (and surprising) memories of a first elk hunt; poachers in Africa; caribou on tribal lands; replicating moose mating calls; and the one that got away.Field & Stream: The Best American Hunting Stories features entries by Bill Heavey, Rick Bass, Steve Rinella, Phil Caputo, and many others. With chapters entitled, &“The Way of the Hunter,&” &“The Thrill of the Kill,&” and &“Off the Beaten Path,&” there&’s a story for every hunter, outdoorsman, and adventure enthusiast.
The Best American Sports Writing 1991
by David Halberstam Glenn StoutThis book gives insights into a wide range of usual and unusual sports like pigeon racing, shuffleboard and many others. It explains the complexities involved in the sports.
The Best American Sports Writing 1992
by Thomas McguaneThe greatest sports stories of 1992. A sheer pleasure reading for sports lovers or anyone with a good sense of reading. The best compiled stories from Paul Solotaroff, Peter Gammons, William Nack, Gary Smith, Bryan Woolley and more.
The Best American Sports Writing 1993
by Frank DefordThe best sports writing of 1993 includes an article over 100 pages long about a Chicago high school basketball team, that reads more like a novel than a sports article. The sport emphasis in this issue is on both baseball and basketball.
The Best American Sports Writing 1996
by John FeinsteinThe best sports writings for the year 1996. This is a good read for sports enthusiasts and sheer story lovers as well by Karen Karbo, Rick Reilly, David Remnick, Frank Deford among other great sports writers.
The Best American Sports Writing 2000
by Dick Schaap Glenn StoutAs its tenth birthday approaches, THE BEST AMERICAN SPORTS WRITING is at the top of its game. In the past decade, it has been hailed as "a must for any sports fan" and "a venerable institution" and has showcased promising new talents along with Pulitzer Prize winners such as David Halberstam, Richard Ford, and John McPhee. With the 2000 edition, best-selling author and Emmy Award-winning sports journalist Dick Schaap continues this tradition of excellence by bringing together the finest sports writing to appear in the past year. These pieces will delight fans of all athletic endeavors, from football to fishing, from basketball to birdwatching. From more than 350 publications, Schaap has chosen essays that reach beyond the scores to the people and emotions behind the game.
The Best American Sports Writing 2001
by Bud CollinsFor almost fifty years, Bud Collins has ranked as one of America's premier sports journalists, best known for his tennis commentary on NBC and his sports column in the Boston Globe. From surfing to golf, baseball to bodybuilding, Collins's selections for this tenth anniversary edition celebrate sports of all stripes, in pieces by H. G. Bissinger, Charles P. Pierce, Jim Harrison, Rick Reilly, and others.
The Best American Sports Writing 2002
by Rick ReillyThe series has garnered wide acclaim for its stellar writing and topnotch editors; now Reilly, Sports Illustrated"s "Life of Reilly" columnist, continues that tradition with his choices for the year"s best sports journalism. Voted National Sportswriter of the Year six times, Reilly has also written several books, including the best-selling autobiography of the Oklahoma linebacker Brian Bosworth. His most recent book is The Life of Reilly.
The Best American Sports Writing 2005
by Mike LupicaFor sports fans and fans of great writing alike, this collection brings together the finest sports writing from the past year. The best-selling author Mike Lupica, one of America's most widely read sports columnists, compiles a revealing look at the world of sports today.