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Breathe GOLF: The Missing Link to a Winning Performance

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Report copyright infringementby Jayne Storey (Author)This definitive work, written by a long-term teacher of eastern philosophy and practice, explores the relationship between breathing, the quiet mind and playing effortless golf, especially when under pressure. Drawing on a lifetime of meditation and Tai Chi, plus 18 years' research into the perfect golf shot, Breathe GOLF teaches you how to unite your mental game with your swing. With real-life student case studies and more than 50 unique...

Creepy Campfire Stories: Spine-Chilling Tales to Scare and Share

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Report copyright infringementby Darkness Prevails (Author), Carman Carrion (With)Dive into a world of eerie tales with this fully illustrated book of creepy campfire stories. Featuring a collection of chilling tales, Creepy Campfire Stories transports you to the very edge of reality and the paranormal, where phantoms and monsters lurk in the shadows, tracking your every movement. Hosts from Eeriecast, the popular horror podcast network, present spooky stories perfect for any campfire or spook...

Science of Swimming: Transform Your Stroke, Improve Strength, Revolutionize Your Training - Paperback

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by Brett Hawke (Author)Learn the science needed to perfect your stroke, swim faster, and endure for longer. Science of Swimming dives deeper than any other book to examine the muscle groups and bodily systems involved in being an effective swimmer; how they interact with the hydrodynamics of water resistance; and how you can apply this knowledge to streamline your technique and achieve your training goals. Each swim stroke is anatomized so you can analyze and adapt your stroke to swim smarte...

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Report copyright infringementby Phap Xa (Author), Phap Luu (Author), Jon Kabat-Zinn (Foreword by)Discover the joy of mindful walking and hiking, cultivate deep connection with the world around you, and ultimately embrace the path of happiness as a way of life A mobile monastery to stick in your pack whenever you go out on the trail, this book by veteran hikers and Buddhist monks Phap Luu and Phap Xa offers mindfulness practices to explore as you walk to generate inner and outer peace. Grounde...

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Report copyright infringementby El-Droubie (Author), Colin Gordon (Illustrator) Number of Pages: 24 Dimensions: 0.06 x 7 x 5 IN Publication Date: May 19, 2025

Tough Broad: From Bird-Watching to Base Jumping--How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We Age

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Report copyright infringementby Caroline Paul (Author)From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Gutsy Girl, a funny, inspiring, deeply researched exploration into the science and psychology of the outdoors and our place in it as we age-now in paperback. Caroline Paul has always filled her life with adventure: From mountain biking in the Bolivian Andes to pitching a tent, mid-blizzard, on Denali, she has never been a stranger to the exhilaration the outdoors can hold. Yet through it al...

Tai Chi Chuan Common Knowledge: The Definitive Textbook of Tai Chi Fundamentals

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Report copyright infringementby Renfeng Zhou (Editor), Peiyun Li (Translator), Kevin Else (Translator)Unlock the Secrets of Tai Chi ChuanDiscover the ancient wisdom of Tai Chi Chuan in this groundbreaking English translation of a 1978 Chinese martial arts classic. Written by Chinese experts after three years of extensive research and newly translated, this comprehensive guide unveils the secrets of Tai Chi for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.Clear explanations of Tai Chi's core pri...

Authentic Shaolin Heritage. Training Methods of 72 Arts of Shaolin

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Report copyright infringementby Jin Jing Zhong (Author), Andrew Timofeevich (Author)The book "Training Methods of 72 Arts of Shaolin" by Jin Jing Zhong is devoted to the most enigmatic and little-known aspect of training of Shaolin monks. The book was written in 1934 with blessing and direct participation of the abbot of the Shaolin Monastery Reverend Miao Xing nicknamed "Golden Arhat", one of the best Shaolin fighters of all times. For the first time the book describes full training methods ...

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Iron Thread. Southern Shaolin Hung Gar Kung Fu Classics Series

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Report copyright infringementby Lam Sai Wing (Author), Andrew Timofeevich (Author)Southern Shaolin Hung Gar Kung Fu Classics Series Priceless Heritage of Southern Shaolin Inherited from the Past and Handed Down by Venerable Grandmaster Lam Sai Wing. Original edition: Hong Kong, 1957; translated from Chinese in 2002 - 2007. Iron Thread form was created by Tid Kiu Sam (Iron Bridge III), one of the best martial artists in the history of China. His real name was Leung Kwan (1813-1886). He was one...

Internal Jiu Jitsu: Conquering Mind and Body Resistance by Giving Way

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Report copyright infringementby Julio Angel Rivera (Author), Telia Garner (Illustrator)Internal Jiu Jitsu uses "The Gentle Art" to explore the human condition, the source of our resistance, and some solutions to our everyday issues.Applying principles of leverage and giving way, Internal Jiu Jitsu goes beyond the mat to teach the importance of using what you're given to get what you want - rather than stubbornly insisting on a set path.You'll come to understand how you can trick yourself into...

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Report copyright infringementby William H. Koar (Author)Life Span Development is an area of psychological research. It looks at an individual's journey from birth to death and the challenges along the way. I can't think of a more important topic. Consequently, this book will discuss Life Span Development from multiple perspectives. It will look at it from the perspective of my martial arts teacher, Daniel Yu Wang. Daniel survived the Cultural Revolution, one of the great tragedies of the mode...

On Muscle: The Stuff That Moves Us and Why It Matters

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Report copyright infringementby Bonnie Tsui (Author)From the bestselling author of Why We Swim comes a mind-expanding exploration of muscle--from our ancient obsession with the ideal human form to the modern science of this amazing and adaptable tissue--that will change the way you think about what moves us through the world. "Remarkable . . . A singular book about the true meanings of strength and flexibility, about our ability to define who we are and who we might be." --Ed Yong, New York...

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Report copyright infringementby Kenji Tokitsu (Author)While technical prowess and physical power are essential characteristics of a martial artist, true mastery of the art comes by cultivating one's inner strength. Here, Kenji Tokitsu--an authority on Japanese and Chinese combat arts and a respected karate teacher--shows how cultivating ki (life force) and understanding the principles of budo (the martial path of self-development) can make training in martial arts more meaningful, effective, ...

Walk: Find Your Path to Happiness and Mindfulness in Nature

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Report copyright infringementby Sholto Radford (Author)'Walking is man's best medicine' - Hippocrates Walk invites you to explore the benefits to be gained from the simple act of walking, hiking and spending time outdoors. A great natural way to boost your mind, body and soul, walking is simple and free. Without the need for specialist equipment or personal training, it is just about the easiest way to get more active, lose weight and become healthier. And it can be done anywhere. Travelling...

From Out of the Smokies: Stories of Fly Fishing and Life

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Report copyright infringementby Charlie Tombras (Author)Knoxville native Charlie Tombras may be best known for his fifty-seven-year leadership of the nationally recognized advertising firm the Tombras Group, but in his moving memoir, From Out of the Smokies: Stories of Fly Fishing and Life, he chronicles his personal journey, letting business take a backseat. Born and raised in the Smokies, Tombras grew up exploring mountains and streams, fostering an appreciation for nature and fly fishing t...

The Fearless Harry Greb: Biography of a Tragic Hero of Boxing

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Report copyright infringementby Bill Paxton (Author) The legendary Harry Greb stepped into the ring more than 300 times from 1913 to 1926, defeated opponents who outweighed him by more than 30 pounds, held the middleweight and light heavyweight titles and beat every Hall of Fame boxer he ever fought. Dubbed "the Pittsburgh Windmill" because of his manic, freewheeling style in the ring, Greb also crossed racial lines, taking on all comers regardless of color. An injury in the ring led to Greb'...

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Report copyright infringementby Jack Andrish (Author)An Ultra Marathoner's Journey: As Hope Springs Eternal on Trails to the Finish LineBy: Jack AndrishLACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES and get ready for an outdoor biographical adventure like no other. Jack Andrish has been running ultra marathons since his son introduced him to trail running in the 1990's. Running alongside his supportive family, Jack has enjoyed one surreal experience after another while attempting the hundred-mile feat. But above...

Walking with Herb: A Spiritual Golfing Journey to the Masters

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Report copyright infringementby Joe S. Bullock (Author)By most standards, highly decorated Marine Colonel Jim Viejo would be considered a hero . . . but not in his own eyes. Personal tragedies have led him to conclude that he is a sinner and that God is rightfully punishing him for his transgressions. As the former amateur golfer's life continues to unfold in a reasonably satisfying, somewhat predictable pattern, Joe is enjoying a happy marriage, working as a bank executive, and gearing up fo...

The Ride: The Improbable Life of Freckles Brown, a Bull Named Tornado, and the Most Historic Eight Seconds in Rodeo

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Report copyright infringementby Ron J. Jr. Jackson (Author) Number of Pages: 290 Dimensions: 0.65 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: July 22, 2025

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Report copyright infringementby Da Liu (Author)The ideal introduction to T'Ai Chi Ch'Uan. This indispensable primer provides clear descriptions of the methods of meditation and exercise, and illuminates the underlying theory, so readers can understand as well as practice the techniques in their daily routine.Front JacketAn ideal introduction to T'Ai Chi Ch'Uan, providing clear descriptions of the methods of meditation and exercise, and illuminating the underlying theory, so readers can unders...

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by Matt Christopher (Author), Robert Henneberger (Illustrator)This Matt Christopher classic story of a boy and his lucky baseball bat will capture readers' imaginations while teaching them vital lessons about the importance of friendship, teamwork, and believing in themselves.When Marvin moves to a new neighborhood, he wants nothing more than to make a good impression on his new teammates. After all, Marvin loves baseball more than anything, and all he wants is to prove he's worth his spot on...

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Report copyright infringementby Patricia Alcivar (Author)Courage is a memoir by Patricia Alcivar that will without a doubt impact anyone that reads it. Living in New York City on her own since the age of 15, Patricia's story of overcoming abuse at the hands of her parents and relying on her faith and strength to help her keep moving forward will inspire you to never give up. She used her painful past as fuel in her athletic endeavors to become the 1st woman ever to be voted and win "Athlete o...

Fig Heel's 2025 Wrestling Figure Encyclopedia: Modern Edition (2010-Present)

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Report copyright infringementby Fig Heel (Author), Matthew Goldberg (Photographer)The Golden Era of wrestling action figure collecting is upon us with THOUSANDS of products being produced annually. It's all at your fingertips, but keeping up with every release is a task in itself... Until now, thanks to Fig Heel's Wrestling Figure Encyclopedia!Weighing in at over 450 pages, this premium FULL COLOR coffee table-style book will spotlight all releases in the modern era of professional wrestling ...

Iron in the Blood: How the Alabama vs. Auburn Rivalry Shaped the Soul of the South

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Report copyright infringementby Jay Busbee (Author)"A football history that's both detailed and panoramic. As expected for a football book, Busbee offers a generous serving of play-by-play, game-by-game, fight song, and mascot details, but in a well-organized structure and smoothly flowing text." --Booklist The story of college football in Alabama is the story of the South itself. This behind-the-scenes account of the Alabama vs. Auburn rivalry, one of the fiercest in American sports, detail...

Wat Kept Playing: The Inspiring Story of Wataru Misaka and His Rise to the NBA - Hardcover

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by Emily Inouye Huey (Author), Kaye Kang (Illustrator)Meet Asian American basketball hero Wataru Misaka. His story will inspire young readers to challenge barriers, dream big, and keep playing. As the child of Japanese immigrants, Wataru "Wat" Misaka often felt like he didn't fully belong in either Japanese or American culture. He was sometimes excluded, treated differently, and bullied, even though he was born in the United States. As he grew up, however, Wat discovered he had a very speci...

Moonlight Elk: One Woman's Hunt for Food and Freedom

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Report copyright infringementby Christie Green (Author)Reprint from hardcover by first time author as she shares her journey - spiritual, emotional, and female positive - toward self-sufficiency via hunting. Raw, powerful, and filled with love of the animal world. For readers of Cheryl Strayed. Christie Green learned to hunt in order to complement the food she grew in her New Mexico garden. As an act of practical agency this fulfilled her needs, yet a restlessness stirred within. She longed f...

Just Follow Me: James Owens and the Integration of Southeastern Conference Football

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Report copyright infringementby Thom Gossom (Author), Sam Heys (Author), Gloria Owens (Afterword by) Number of Pages: 240 Dimensions: 0.8 x 8.2 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: August 26, 2025

Almost Heaven: How Bobby Bowden's Ten Years at West Virginia University Helped Him Become One of the Winningest Coaches in College Football History

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Report copyright infringementby John Antonik (Author)Bobby Bowden is considered one of the greatest football coaches in NCAA history with 377 wins, the second among Division I coaches. In his 44 seasons as a head coach, Bowden engineered 40 winning seasons, with an astonishing 33 consecutive winning seasons as head coach of the Florida State Seminoles (1976-2009). However, before his time in Tallahassee, Bowden served as head coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers for six seasons (preceded b...

The Accidental Tour-Ist: (Final) Dispatches from the Road -The Follow Up to How I Won the Yellow Jumper

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Report copyright infringementby Ned Boulting (Author)FROM THE WINNER OF THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2024 CYCLING BOOK OF THE YEAR: 1923 'A fascinating and inspiring book ... An excellent read' - Phil Liggett MBE In the follow up to the bestselling How I Won the Yellow Jumper and the award-winning 1923, this is a lap of honour for everything that Ned has been lucky enough to have experienced during his commentating career. Join Ned once more as he brings his cycling stories up to the present day - ...

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Report copyright infringementby Thom Gossom (Author), Sam Heys (Author), Gloria Owens (Afterword by) Number of Pages: 240 Dimensions: 0.87 x 8.58 x 5.59 IN Publication Date: August 26, 2025

Biz Mackey, a Giant behind the Plate: The Story of the Negro League Star and Hall of Fame Catcher

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Report copyright infringementby Rich Westcott (Author)"The best all-around catcher in black baseball history"-Cumberland Posey, Owner of the Homestead Grays National Baseball Hall of Fame catcher James Raleigh "Biz" Mackey's professional career spanned nearly three decades in the Negro Leagues and elsewhere. He distinguished himself as a defensive catcher who also had an impressive batting average and later worked as a manager of the Newark Eagles and the Baltimore Elite Giants. Using archiva...