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Endurance athletes regularly push their bodies to the limits with a strenuous training regimen that demands smart nutrition. In Sports Nutrition for Endurance Athletes, Ryan offers proven strategies for improved athletic performance with sport-specific guidelines for running, cycling, triathlon, swimming, adventure racing, and rowing. In-depth information is presented in an easy-to-read and accessible style, with individual chapters dedicated to each of these popular endurance sports. The science of nutrition can be daunting for athletes, but Ryan converts it to practical advice for smarter eating. Athletes will learn how to assess body composition and find healthy ways to lose body fat and build muscle. Ryan gives a comprehensive explanation of the nutritional role of carbohydrates, protein, and fat in an athlete's diet and explains the importance of meal timing for better performance and recovery. Ryan also explains the concepts of nutritional periodization so athletes can properly adjust their mix of foods throughout the training cycle. The book includes a review of popular ergogenic aids, tips on meal planning, typical shopping lists, sample menus, glycemic index tables, facts about vitamins and minerals, and a comparison of sports nutrition products. Within each sport-specific chapter are tips to adjust nutritional intake for races of different lengths.

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• ISBN13: 9781931382960
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After 47 years behind the camera Walter Iooss Jr. can't quite put a number on the countless sports subjects he has photographed throughout his career. But whoever the portrait, whatever the setting, a common theme runs through his personal archive: All are athletes lured into the joy of sport. In a 256-page panoramic collection, Iooss handpicks more than 150 of his classic images--dozens never before published--to create a cinematic compilation of his work. For Iooss--whose efforts have graced the cover of Sports Illustrated nearly 300 times--every picture really does tell a story. Here he highlights his favorites with behind-the-scenes anecdotes. For the famous "Blue Dunk" overhead shot of Michael Jordan taken in 1987, Iooss personally painted the parking lot, stationed himself in a cherry picker and waited for the shot. While shadowing Tiger Woods from hole to hole in Carlsbad in 2000, the photographer purposefully wore dark glasses the entire day so as to not look in the golfer's eyes. And in 2003, Iooss literally couldn't sleep the night before reuniting Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier for their first photo together in 30 years. In a lyrical display, we witness a creative evolution as Iooss continually discovers new ways and approaches to capture the athletic spirit. Iooss's passion, power and perspective are clearly at play in this artful package.

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• ISBN13: 9781603200080
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Intended for the high school athlete wishing to leverage his or her talent to get into the best possible school, this book explains how a student-athlete can package and present him or herself to college recruiters. With tips from dozens of college coaches and pro scouts, the book describes how to create a support group, form a target list of potential colleges, and even how to make a highlight video. A comprehensive overview of the college landscape lists the top programs for over a dozen sports by division, and a checklist and forms provide easy tools for starting the application process.

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• ISBN13: 9781589791923
• Condition: New
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If there's a recurrent theme that runs through any team sport, it's fairly obvious that it's likely to have something to do with teamwork. But strangely, there seems to be an epidemic in the modern world of sports that breeds personal agendas, selfish attitudes and win-at-all-cost mentalities. The Teamwork devotional offers a very different way of looking at teamwork, one that advocates dependence, empowering and equipping, working, celebrating and hurting together, as well as appreciating each individual's giftedness. In these meaningful readings, coaches and athletes will discover how a band of brothers are even stronger when they become a band of believers, how to spot the enemies of team unity and how to build an amazing team. Learn from those who have found a higher plane of play when there is unity within the team.

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• ISBN13: 9780830746309
• Condition: New
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Children need to be fed well to grow strong and healthy. Playing team sports creates additional nutritional demands. Here is a golden opportunity to motivate parents, coaches and players to learn more about how food and the body work as a team. Find out what makes a good pre-game meal, why hydration is important and the advantage of post-game eating. Includes 48 sensational recipes. Excellent book for coaches, side-line parents, and motivated kids.

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Of the thousands of children's sports injuries that take place each year, many could be prevented through a proper understanding of conditioning and fitness. In one volume, The Sports Medicine Bible for Young Athletes contains everything you need to know about how to prevent or respond to every kind of children's sports injury. This comprehensive guide addresses:--Children's fitness levels--Nutrition for the young athlete--Special considerations for young female athletes--Guidelines for young athletes with chronic medical conditions (e.g., asthma)Much of the book is devoted to the treatment of various injuries, from foot and heel to head and neck injuries. In addition, you will receive hands-on advice on the specific risks and dangers of each sport, from basketball and baseball to soccer and football. Whether your child is a seasoned athlete or simply enjoys playing sports, this is a must-have reference book."I urge anyone who has an interest in children's sports to make room for The Sports Medicine Bible for Young Athletes on their bookshelves."-T. Berry Brazelton, M.D.

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Each of the well-researched chapters in this comprehensive volume makes a singular contribution to understanding the complexities of diversity and social justice in college sports. Chapters are grouped into sections that address major components: Historical Analysis Social Justice and Cultural Concerns African American Coaching and Other Leadership Opportunities Media, Media Images, and Stereotyping Intersection of Race, Sport, and Law Sport Administration/Management: Intersection of Race, Class, and Gender Looking Toward the Future

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From the high school and college programs to which students devote countless hours, to the multibillion-dollar professional sports industry, it is difficult to underestimate the popularity of sports in American society. Authors in this volume examine a variety of sports controversies in chapters such as Is Drug Use a Problem in Sports? and Do Sports Benefit Children? (20020801)

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The Real Athletes Guide helps you grasp the opportunities-and dodge the dangers-of high school and college sports. It's packed with vital information about athletic scholarships, recruiting, and NCAA, NAIA and junior college eligibility rules. Real life scenarios from mythical athletic powerhouse South Coast State University add entertainment and humor to a serious subject, as do 16 cartoons by Sebastian Conley. The Guide shows you how to: * balance athletics, academics, and social life * develop a personal value system for success * protect yourself from sharks that prey on athletes * select the right college for you * get the attention of recruiters * earn an athletic scholarship