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  • Surfer's Start-Up

    A Beginner's Guide to Surfing

    by Doug Werner ...
    Series series Start-Up Sports series
    Recommended by the United States Surfing Federation as a book that every beginning surfer should read, this instructional guide details the basics of surfing gear, conditions, safety, etiquette, and history. Written by someone who went through the learning process, topics are covered with just enough detail to get the reader riding the waves quickly and safely. It teaches the beginner surfer the ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Sailor's Start-Up

    A Beginner's Guide to Sailing

    by Doug Werner ...
    Series series Start-Up Sports series
    This beginner's sailing instructional guide covers both monohull and catamaran sailing with an emphasis on basic technique, safety, and fun. Skipping complicated sailing jargon that can stymie most novices, this book goes straight to the very basic questions, such as How do I leave the dock? and Where are the brakes? Technique and simple theory are illustrated in plain detail, including the basic ... Read more

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  • Boxer's Start-Up

    A Beginner's Guide to Boxing

    by Doug Werner ...
    Series series Start-Up Sports series
    A user-friendly, highly illustrated, straightforward boxing guide that promotes fun, fitness, self-defense, and self-confidence. Endorsed by USA Boxing, national governing body for amateur boxing. ... Read more

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  • Fencer's Start-Up

    A Beginner's Guide to Fencing

    by Doug Werner ...
    Series series Start-Up Sports series
    Debunking the sport's rumored reputation of being outdated, this newly revised edition explores the ancient yet powerfully rich and entertaining art of fencing. Covering Olympic-style foil, epee, and saber methods, this comprehensive guide also features tips on safety, etiquette, and technique. With a brief history on the sport and an updated resource section, this examination tackles the fencing ... Read more

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  • Golfer's Start-Up

    A Beginner's Guide to Golf

    by Doug Werner ...
    Series series Start-Up Sports series
    Aimed at those looking for a concise introduction to the popular game, this handbook is ideal for beginning golfers. Emphasizing the fun side of the sport in both learning and playing, this reference covers getting started, equipment tips, and official rules, and concludes with a firsthand account of learning the game, a historical overview, and a glossary of terms. Illustrating the basics of the ... Read more

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  • Fighting Fit

    Boxing Workouts, Techniques, and Sparring

    A boxer's workout is a fantastic way to burn calories—it is engaging, exhilarating, and effective. Going beyond jumping rope and punching the heavy bag, this guide describes intermediate and advanced boxing skills that will help anyone improve their performance in the ring. This boxing workout will help develop body and character so that athletes can get into the best shape of their lives, build ... Read more

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  • More No Holds Barred Fighting

    Killer Submissions

    This advanced guide to submission wrestling—the underlying fighting skill associated with such events as the Ultimate Fighting Championships, the King of the Cage, and the Pride Fighting Championships—continues the straightforward, pragmatic approach to ultimate-fighting instruction begun in No Holds Barred Fighting. A review of the basics is provided, followed by more of everything—more takedowns ... Read more

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  • No Holds Barred Fighting: Savage Strikes

    The Complete Guide to Real World Striking for NHB Competition and Street Defense

    Series series No Holds Barred Fighting series
    The techniques taught in this book enable fighters and self-defense students to knock down and knock out their opponents. Maneuvers covered include the unique no holds barred (NHB) striking stance and the complete NHB striking arsenal—every punch, kick, elbow blow, knee strike, head-butt, forearm shot, and shoulder-butt is detailed. No holds barred defenses are also taught for all of these shots. ... Read more

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  • Boxing Mastery

    Advanced Technique, Tactics, and Strategies from the Sweet Science

    This guide to the finer points of boxing provides the wisdom needed to make the transition from enthusiastic beginner to proficient pugilist. The ABCs of ring generalship, offensive and defensive ring movements, feints, and draws and fakes are examined and explained along with clinching techniques, head-hunting, body work, and counter-punching chains. Strategies for boxing against tall and short ... Read more

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  • Willie Pep vs. Sandy Saddler

    Notes on the Boxing Legends and Epic Rivalry

    by Doug Werner ...
    Any discussion of great boxers must include Willie Pep and Sandy Saddler—midcentury featherweight champions whose heroics electrified the fistic world then and reverberate today. This book explores the boxing lives of both pugilists—early years, fighting years, training and conditioning, historical context, life after boxing, and, of course, the lasting controversy over their rivalry and legacy. ... Read more

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  • Torn

    A Simple Guide to ACL Tears and Healing for Girls

    Torn is the story of author Joy Werner's struggle with two anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries over the course of 24 months. ACL tears are serious knee injuries that plague youth sport, particularly young female athletes, and this book describes the long journeys of healing that the injuries demand, including the emotional and mental challenges. The personal perspective is supported by ... Read more

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  • Backpacker's Start-Up

    A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking

    by Doug Werner ...
    Series series Start-Up Sports series
    Aimed specifically at the novice outdoor adventurer, this comprehensive guide explains the essential gear, preparations, precautions, and techniques required for day hiking and short backpacking trips. Through informative, entertaining, and encouraging personal anecdotes, the guide emphasizes the physical, aesthetic, and spiritual benefits of spending time in nature. Essential first aid and map ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus