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The Plant-Based Athlete

A Game-Changing Approach to Peak Performance

by Matt Frazier, Robert Cheeke ...

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe only research-based sports nutrition guide for connecting a plant-based diet with peak athletic performance, featuring interviews with professional athletes who've made the switch from meat to plants.The Plant-Based Athlete by Matt Frazier and Robert Cheeke reveals the incontrovertible proof that the human body does not need meat, eggs, or dairy to be strong. ... Read more

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INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe only research-based sports nutrition guide for connecting a plant-based diet with peak athletic performance, featuring interviews with professional athletes who've made the switch from meat to plants.The Plant-Based Athlete by Matt Frazier and Robert Cheeke reveals the incontrovertible proof that the human body does not need meat, eggs, or dairy to be strong.
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Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do

by Shoshin Nagamine ...

The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do presents the teachings of legendary martial arts master Shoshin Nagamine, founder of the Matsubayashi school of Shorin-ryu karate-do.Used for generations as a practical and pictorial guide, it contains over 1,000 photographs to document eighteen classic karate kata (preset forms) and seven yakusoku kumite (prearranged partner exercises), as well as basic ... Read more

$13.99 USD

The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do presents the teachings of legendary martial arts master Shoshin Nagamine, founder of the Matsubayashi school of Shorin-ryu karate-do.Used for generations as a practical and pictorial guide, it contains over 1,000 photographs to document eighteen classic karate kata (preset forms) and seven yakusoku kumite (prearranged partner exercises), as well as basic
... Read more
Hand Is My Sword

A Karate Handbook

by Robert A. Trias ...

Karate means "emptyhand," but the one who masters this book will never be emptyhanded.In fact, he will be a master of the ultimate in selfdefense, for here are the martial arts fundamentals, the basic katas and techniques as taught by Robert Trias, holder of the eighth degree Black Belt.These movements and techniques are vividly brought to life by more than six hundred striking illustrations, many ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Karate means "emptyhand," but the one who masters this book will never be emptyhanded.In fact, he will be a master of the ultimate in selfdefense, for here are the martial arts fundamentals, the basic katas and techniques as taught by Robert Trias, holder of the eighth degree Black Belt.These movements and techniques are vividly brought to life by more than six hundred striking illustrations, many
... Read more
Shoto-Kan Karate

The Ultimate in Self-Defense

by Peter Ventresca ...

This martial arts guide is an introduction to Shoto-Kan Karate, a unique Japanese style of karate.Shoto-Kan Karate is the popular ancient art of 'empty-hand' self-defense. This karate book explains and illustrates two of the major kata, or forms, in which all karate techniques are contained.The first few chapters are devoted to warm up exercises, stances, and blocking and kicking techniques that ... Read more

$8.99 USD

This martial arts guide is an introduction to Shoto-Kan Karate, a unique Japanese style of karate.Shoto-Kan Karate is the popular ancient art of 'empty-hand' self-defense. This karate book explains and illustrates two of the major kata, or forms, in which all karate techniques are contained.The first few chapters are devoted to warm up exercises, stances, and blocking and kicking techniques that
... Read more
The Kenpo Karate Compendium

The Forms and Sets of American Kenpo

by Lee Wedlake ...

With over 450 photos, this comprehensive and insightful guide to the forms and history of Kenpo Karate is ideal for martial arts students of all levelsThe Kenpo Karate Compendium details the forms of American Kenpo as prescribed by the “Father of American Karate,” Ed Parker. Author Lee Wedlake, 9th degree black belt, world-class instructor and competitor, brings his acclaimed training and teaching ... Read more

$12.99 USD

With over 450 photos, this comprehensive and insightful guide to the forms and history of Kenpo Karate is ideal for martial arts students of all levelsThe Kenpo Karate Compendium details the forms of American Kenpo as prescribed by the “Father of American Karate,” Ed Parker. Author Lee Wedlake, 9th degree black belt, world-class instructor and competitor, brings his acclaimed training and teaching
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Bubishi

The Classic Manual of Combat

Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts.Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds of years the Bubishiwas a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. All of karate's legendary masters have studied ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts.Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds of years the Bubishiwas a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. All of karate's legendary masters have studied
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Endure

Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance

by Alex Hutchinson ...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Foreword by Malcolm GladwellLimits are an illusion: discover the revolutionary account of the science and psychology of endurance, revealing the secrets of reaching the hidden extra potential within us all."A voyage to the outer reaches of human capacity.” —David Epstein, author of Range"Reveals how we can all surpass our per... ... Read more

$13.49 USD

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Foreword by Malcolm GladwellLimits are an illusion: discover the revolutionary account of the science and psychology of endurance, revealing the secrets of reaching the hidden extra potential within us all."A voyage to the outer reaches of human capacity.” —David Epstein, author of Range"Reveals how we can all surpass our per...
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80/20 Running

Run Stronger and Race Faster by Training Slower

by Matt Fitzgerald ...

TRAIN EASIER TO RUN FASTERThis revolutionary training method has been embraced by elite runners—with extraordinary results—and now you can do it, too.Respected running and fitness expert Matt Fitzgerald explains how the 80/20 running program—in which you do 80 percent of runs at a lower intensity and just 20 percent at a higher intensity—is the best change runners of all abilities can make to ... Read more

$13.99 USD

TRAIN EASIER TO RUN FASTERThis revolutionary training method has been embraced by elite runners—with extraordinary results—and now you can do it, too.Respected running and fitness expert Matt Fitzgerald explains how the 80/20 running program—in which you do 80 percent of runs at a lower intensity and just 20 percent at a higher intensity—is the best change runners of all abilities can make to
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Fairest of All

A Tale of the Wicked Queen

Series Book 1 - Villains
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES • This gripping novel examines the life of one of Disney’s cruelest villains: the Evil Queen.Queen. She should be happy, but something about the mirror she was holding filled her with a horrid sense of dread that she could not account for…For anyone who’s seen Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, you’ll know that the Evil Queen is one wicked woman! After ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES • This gripping novel examines the life of one of Disney’s cruelest villains: the Evil Queen.Queen. She should be happy, but something about the mirror she was holding filled her with a horrid sense of dread that she could not account for…For anyone who’s seen Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, you’ll know that the Evil Queen is one wicked woman! After
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Hansons Marathon Method, 2nd Edition

Run Your Fastest Marathon the Hansons Way

by Luke Humphrey, Kevin Hanson ...

Run your first marathon or your fastest with Hansons Marathon Method, the revolutionary training program from one of the best running teams in the world, the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project.In Hansons Marathon Method, the coaches of the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project reveal their innovative marathon training program that has helped thousands of runners become true marathoners and smash their ... Read more

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Run your first marathon or your fastest with Hansons Marathon Method, the revolutionary training program from one of the best running teams in the world, the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project.In Hansons Marathon Method, the coaches of the Hansons-Brooks Distance Project reveal their innovative marathon training program that has helped thousands of runners become true marathoners and smash their
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Which Comes First, Cardio or Weights?

Fitness Myths, Training Truths, and Other Surprising Discoveries from the Science of Exercise

by Alex Hutchinson ...

Award-winning journalist, physicist, and bestselling author of Endure Alex Hutchinson reveals the little-known and often surprising truths that science has uncovered about exercise, ranging from cardio and weights to competition to weight loss.There's plenty of conventional wisdom on health and fitness—but how much of it is scientifically sound? The truth is: less than you'd think.In Which Comes ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Award-winning journalist, physicist, and bestselling author of Endure Alex Hutchinson reveals the little-known and often surprising truths that science has uncovered about exercise, ranging from cardio and weights to competition to weight loss.There's plenty of conventional wisdom on health and fitness—but how much of it is scientifically sound? The truth is: less than you'd think.In Which Comes
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Runner's World Running on Air

The Revolutionary Way to Run Better by Breathing Smarter

by Budd Coates, Claire Kowalchik, Editors of Runner's World Maga ...

Series series Runner's World
Renowned running coach Budd Coates presents Runner's World Running on Air, a revolutionary yet simple training method based on rhythmic breathing to help runners at all experience levels improve their performance, prevent injury, and experience the joy of running. Validating his method through a mix of accessible science, Eastern philosophy, and the experiences of test subjects, Coates shows ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Renowned running coach Budd Coates presents Runner's World Running on Air, a revolutionary yet simple training method based on rhythmic breathing to help runners at all experience levels improve their performance, prevent injury, and experience the joy of running. Validating his method through a mix of accessible science, Eastern philosophy, and the experiences of test subjects, Coates shows
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The Pregnant Athlete

How to Stay in Your Best Shape Ever -- Before, During, and After Pregnancy

by Brandi Dion, Steven Dion, McIntosh Perry, Joel Heller ...

The Go-To Guide to Keep You Active and Healthy During Your Pregnancy and BeyondWhether you're a professional athlete or a dedicated weekend warrior, you're serious about your sport and your commitment to fitness. But now that you're pregnant, you may be getting conflicting health and exercise advice from your family, friends, and doctors. With all the concerns and misinformation, it's hard to know ... Read more

$11.99 USD

The Go-To Guide to Keep You Active and Healthy During Your Pregnancy and BeyondWhether you're a professional athlete or a dedicated weekend warrior, you're serious about your sport and your commitment to fitness. But now that you're pregnant, you may be getting conflicting health and exercise advice from your family, friends, and doctors. With all the concerns and misinformation, it's hard to know
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From Medieval Manuscript to Modern Practice

The Longsword Techniques of Fiore dei Liberi

by Guy Windsor ...

In From Medieval Manuscript to Modern Practice, renowned historical swordsman Guy Windsor demystifies one of the greatest martial arts books of all time, Fiore dei Liberi's Il Fior di Battaglia (The Flower of Battle).In the late 14th century dei Liberi, an Italian knightly combat master, wrote Il Fior di Battaglia (The Flower of Battle). This magnificent, illustrated manuscript described how to ... Read more

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In From Medieval Manuscript to Modern Practice, renowned historical swordsman Guy Windsor demystifies one of the greatest martial arts books of all time, Fiore dei Liberi's Il Fior di Battaglia (The Flower of Battle).In the late 14th century dei Liberi, an Italian knightly combat master, wrote Il Fior di Battaglia (The Flower of Battle). This magnificent, illustrated manuscript described how to
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IronFit's Marathons after 40

Smarter Training for the Ageless Athlete

by Don Fink, Melanie Fink ...

The only marathon training guide athletes forty and older will ever needUpdated with full-color exercise photography; cutting-edge training, strength, core, and flexibility programs; and specific instruction for the most popular version of the marathon, the Half-Marathon, this book starts with s simple premise: training methods for younger athletes no longer work for athletes over forty. Melanie ... Read more

$16.99 USD

The only marathon training guide athletes forty and older will ever needUpdated with full-color exercise photography; cutting-edge training, strength, core, and flexibility programs; and specific instruction for the most popular version of the marathon, the Half-Marathon, this book starts with s simple premise: training methods for younger athletes no longer work for athletes over forty. Melanie
... Read more
Aeronautical Chart User's Guide

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

The updated 11th edition of the Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide by the FAA is a great reference for novice pilots and professionals alike. Printed in full color with detailed examples, this book provides all the information students and pilots need to know about all the symbols and information provided on US aeronautical charts and chart navigation publications. Readers will find information on ... Read more

$9.99 USD

The updated 11th edition of the Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide by the FAA is a great reference for novice pilots and professionals alike. Printed in full color with detailed examples, this book provides all the information students and pilots need to know about all the symbols and information provided on US aeronautical charts and chart navigation publications. Readers will find information on
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An Introduction to Sports Coaching

Connecting Theory to Practice

Edited by Kieran Kingston, Robyn Jones ...

An Introduction to Sports Coaching provides students with an accessible and engaging guide to the scientific, social scientific, medical and pedagogical theory that underlies the practice of quality sports coaching. Now in a fully updated and revised second edition, it introduces students to the complex, messy, multi-faceted nature of coaching, and explores the full range of ‘knowledges’ which ... Read more

$87.99 USD

An Introduction to Sports Coaching provides students with an accessible and engaging guide to the scientific, social scientific, medical and pedagogical theory that underlies the practice of quality sports coaching. Now in a fully updated and revised second edition, it introduces students to the complex, messy, multi-faceted nature of coaching, and explores the full range of ‘knowledges’ which
... Read more
Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists

Off the Bike Conditioning for Performance and Life

by Phil Burt, Martin Evans ...

For a longer, healthier and more successful cycling career, follow Phil and Martin's strength and conditioning plan.Phil Burt and Martin Evans have worked with the world's best cyclists, including the Great Britain Cycling Team, devising and implementing highly effective off the bike training plans. Now, in Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists you can benefit from their wealth of knowledge and ... Read more

$15.79 USD

For a longer, healthier and more successful cycling career, follow Phil and Martin's strength and conditioning plan.Phil Burt and Martin Evans have worked with the world's best cyclists, including the Great Britain Cycling Team, devising and implementing highly effective off the bike training plans. Now, in Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists you can benefit from their wealth of knowledge and
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Football: Football Made Easy: Beginner and Expert Strategies For Becoming A Better Football Player

by Ace McCloud ...

Do you wish there was something more you could do to help your team win? Tired of getting pushed around on the field?Whether (1) you are just starting out, (2) you want to discover some new tactics to give you the edge on your competition, or (3) if you want to hone your mind and body to boost your skills to the next level, this book will teach you everything you need to know.... ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Do you wish there was something more you could do to help your team win? Tired of getting pushed around on the field?Whether (1) you are just starting out, (2) you want to discover some new tactics to give you the edge on your competition, or (3) if you want to hone your mind and body to boost your skills to the next level, this book will teach you everything you need to know....
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The Mirror Book

Mirror Sailing from Start to Finish

by Peter Aitken, Tim Davison ...

Series Book 2 - Start to Finish
The Mirror dinghy was a significant factor in the boom of dinghy sailing in the 1960s, introducing thousands to the delights of sailing. While sailing has come a long way since then and there have been a lot of far more exotic craft launched, the Mirror remains a fantastic boat in which to learn to sail and to compete at the highest levels. With this second edition, The Mirror Book has been bought ... Read more

$16.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Mirror dinghy was a significant factor in the boom of dinghy sailing in the 1960s, introducing thousands to the delights of sailing. While sailing has come a long way since then and there have been a lot of far more exotic craft launched, the Mirror remains a fantastic boat in which to learn to sail and to compete at the highest levels. With this second edition, The Mirror Book has been bought
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Hagakure

The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai

Translated by Alexander Bennett ...

by Yamamoto Tsunetomo ...

The comprehensive and accurate edition of the Hagakure is a must-have for serious martial artists or fans of samurai and the bushido code.The Hagakure is one of the most influential of all Japanese texts—written nearly 300 years ago by Yamamoto Tsunetomo to summarize the very essence of the Japanese Samurai bushido ("warrior") spirit. Its influence has been felt throughout the world, and yet its ... Read more

$13.99 USD

The comprehensive and accurate edition of the Hagakure is a must-have for serious martial artists or fans of samurai and the bushido code.The Hagakure is one of the most influential of all Japanese texts—written nearly 300 years ago by Yamamoto Tsunetomo to summarize the very essence of the Japanese Samurai bushido ("warrior") spirit. Its influence has been felt throughout the world, and yet its
... Read more
Mental Training for Ultrarunning

by Addie J. Bracy ...

It’s no secret that if you plan to run in the toughest endurance races, you need to physically prepare for the extreme demands you will be subjecting your body to. But successful runners will be quick to note that physical preparation is only part of the equation. You need to be mentally strong to withstand, and overcome, the challenges of this grueling sport. That’s where Mental Training for ... Read more

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It’s no secret that if you plan to run in the toughest endurance races, you need to physically prepare for the extreme demands you will be subjecting your body to. But successful runners will be quick to note that physical preparation is only part of the equation. You need to be mentally strong to withstand, and overcome, the challenges of this grueling sport. That’s where Mental Training for
... Read more
FAR/AIM 2024: Up-to-Date Federal Aviation Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

Series series FAR/AIM Federal Aviation Regulations
All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book ... Read more

$14.99 USD

All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book
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Rise and Run

Recipes, Rituals and Runs to Fuel Your Day: A Cookbook

by Shalane Flanagan, Elyse Kopecky ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A cookbook and training manual dedicated to helping you revamp your morning routine, from the authors of Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow.NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE WASHINGTON POSTShalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky believe (and science confirms) that what you eat at the start of the day impacts everything: your mood, your work output, your cravings, ... Read more

$6.99 USD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A cookbook and training manual dedicated to helping you revamp your morning routine, from the authors of Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow.NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE WASHINGTON POSTShalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky believe (and science confirms) that what you eat at the start of the day impacts everything: your mood, your work output, your cravings,
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