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Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., United States, Chula Vista, CA, 1999
ISBN 10: 1884654002ISBN 13: 9781884654008
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. With more than 4 million Chinese baby girls in orphanages, the number of Americans adopting these orphans is steadily increasing, and this resource for people interested in doing so outlines what to do, where to go, who to see, and how much it costs. Simplifying important information about procedures, forms, and agencies, the guide is also the personal story of one middle-aged couple's quest to become parents-as well as why and how they made the decision and what went on before, during, and after their trip to China. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Chula Vista, CA, U.S.A.: Tracks Publishing, 1993, 1993
ISBN 10: 0934793476ISBN 13: 9780934793476
Seller: The Warm Springs Book Company, Fremont, CA, U.S.A.
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Soft cover. ISBN:0934793476, trade paperback, 4th printing, Very Good to Very Good Plus/pictorial wraps; back bottom corner tip creased, small round spot of laminate loss near top front cover corner from removal of price sticker, illustrated with photographs, 110 pages., 0.0 0.0 0.0.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., United States, Chula Vista, CA, 2005
ISBN 10: 188465424XISBN 13: 9781884654244
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. With sequential photos and step-by-step instructions, this guide to a performance cornerstonethe flip trickbenefits skateboarders of all skill levels. Often combined with curb tricks and applied to such obstacles as handrails and ramps, flip tricks are commonly used as the final touch on a more complex maneuver, and, with this guidebook, readers learn the basics of such tricks while progressing toward veteran moves. A section devoted to the history of skateboarding is included with an in-depth look at the individuals responsible for the creation of flip tricks and how they came to invent this aspect unique to skateboarding. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., United States, Chula Vista, CA, 2007
ISBN 10: 1884654290ISBN 13: 9781884654299
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Ideal for aspiring or practicing no-holds-barred (NHB) athletes or for anyone seeking an elite fitness routine, this manual employs the regimens of top NHB athletes. Explaining how to apply the scientific concepts of specificity and synergy to create tailored workout routines, this manual features scores of exercisesfrom old standbys to modern training techniquesfor any type of athlete. Requiring minimal time and equipment, the programs in this resource add excitement to routines and keep readers stimulated while providing fundamental training information for all skill levels. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., United States, Chula Vista, CA, 2010
ISBN 10: 1884654355ISBN 13: 9781884654350
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Compiling more legendary skateboarding figures and their pioneering tricks, this comprehensive resource details dozens of spectacular stuntscombining invaluable technical information with insightful historical perspectives. Each feat is captured in action sequence and captioned allowing aspiring ridersto learn how to perform them. A history of the tricks, featuring their legendary inventors, is also included. Blending background and how-to, this copiously illustrated reference explains amazing maneuvers that changed the sport and encourages a deep respect for the legends that made skateboarding the worldwide passion it is today. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2004
ISBN 10: 1884654215ISBN 13: 9781884654213
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 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 opponents as well as for a variety of fighting styles such as charger, speed-demon, stick-and-move, and slugger and brawler are discussed in detail. Specific drills focus on sophisticated ring stratagems such as throwing complex combinations, cutting off the ring, fighting off the ropes, generating power, and cornering an opponent are included. Illustrates and tells how to throw advanced combinations, cut off the ring, fight off the ropes, generate power and most of all not get hit. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2000
ISBN 10: 1884654029ISBN 13: 9781884654022
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 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 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 self-confidence, and be winners in and out of the ring. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2014
ISBN 10: 1935937626ISBN 13: 9781935937623
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Although dramatic head kicks and garrote-tight submissions may get most of the airplay in highlight reels, the stats show that punching combinations and knockouts reap more MMA victories than any other fighting technique. This boxing primer not only covers the basics, including stance, footwork, punches, and combinations, it takes these boxing skills and views them through an MMA prism that addresses the realities of the mixed martial arts game. While there are some must-know fistic skills for MMA, there are also more than a few boxing tactics that will get you smashed in MMA. Boxing for MMA builds on the good and tosses the bad, discussing the differences in strategy and tactics when it comes to facing likely MMA scenarios. Matchups covered include Boxing vs. Wrestling, Boxing vs. Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing vs. Muay Thai, Boxing vs. the Slugger, Dirty Boxing Inside the Clinch, and Boxing off of the Fence. All the techniques are illustrated in hundreds of action-sequence images, making this guide the go-to resource for blending boxing skills into your fighting arsenal. Although dramatic head kicks and garrote-tight submissions may get most of the airplay in highlight reels, the stats show that punching combinations and knockouts reap more MMA victories than any other fighting technique. This boxing primer not only covers the basics, including stance, footwork, punches, and combinations, it takes these boxing skil Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 1998
ISBN 10: 1884654096ISBN 13: 9781884654091
Seller: AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australia
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 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. A guide to boxing training and techniques with information about equipment, safety, working out, and offensive and defensive skills, with a history of the sport. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 1996
ISBN 10: 1884654061ISBN 13: 9781884654060
Seller: AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australia
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Design innovations and a new appreciation for the grace and poise of surfing a longer board has lifted the art of longboarding back into the limelight and more importantly, back into the minds of serious surfers who are looking to expand their wave riding experience. The first-half of this guide covers the basics of longboard equipment, wave selection, courtesy, and surfing technique through standing up. The second part gets into intermediate and advanced longboarding skills including: cross-stepping, trimming, turning, turning maneuvers, essential noseriding, and finally, some of the breathtaking tricks that the pros execute so flawlessly. The key points are brought home with a stripped down text and photos featuring some of the best longboard surfers on earth, including Ted Robinson, Colin McPhillips, Jeff Kramer and Mark Stewart. Design innovations and a new appreciation for the grace and poise of surfing a longer board has lifted the art of longboarding back into the limelight and more importantly, back into the minds of serious surfers who are looking to expand their wave riding experience. The first-half of this guide covers the basics of longboard equipment, wave selection, courtesy, and surfing technique through standing up. The second part gets into intermediate and advanced longboarding skills including: cross-stepping, trimming, turning, turning maneuvers, essential noseriding, and finally, some of the breathtaking tricks that the pros execute so flawlessly. The key points are brought home with a stripped down text and photos featuring some of the best longboard surfers on earth, including Ted Robinson, Colin McPhillips, Jeff Kramer and Mark Stewart. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 1999
ISBN 10: 1884654126ISBN 13: 9781884654121
Seller: AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australia
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. 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 fundamentals of the sport; what to expect in the first days of learning; and how to cope with waves, learning frustrations, and crowds. This edition has been updated with the latest information on equipment, technique, and resources. This illustrated handbook covers the basics of surfing gear, conditions, safety, etiquette and history. Moreover it teaches the novice how to cope: not only with the waves and learning frustrations but with crowds and (gulp!) locals too. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2010
ISBN 10: 1884654770ISBN 13: 9781884654770
Seller: AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australia
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Debunking the sports 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 experience with humor and style. Review: "Start-Up Sports tackles the hottest sports. Forthright. Simple." Library Journal "Light and energetic, easy to read. Information is sound and clearly presented. But more than anything else, the book successfully conveys the fun of fencing. A job well done." Nick Evangelista, author, The Art and Science of Fencing Debunking the sport's rumoured reputation of being outdated, this title explores the ancient yet powerfully rich and entertaining art of fencing. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2002
ISBN 10: 1884654169ISBN 13: 9781884654169
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. An instructional guide to an increasingly popular sport, this book reviews the basics of skateboarding, the mental and emotional side of the sport, and what it takes to become an advanced skater. As aggression is a key factor to skating success, this book attempts to pinpoint where the risks begin to outweigh a skaters chance for reward and success. Also included are sequential shots of 25 street and park tricks, to help skaters visualize and learn new concepts and skills. Containing insights from skating's top pros and insiders, this text includes interviews which explore the mental and emotional side of skateboarding - what it takes to advance beyond the start-up stages. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2008
ISBN 10: 1884654304ISBN 13: 9781884654305
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A comprehensive guidebook that details dozens of spectacular skateboarding stunts, this resource combines invaluable technical information with insightful historical perspectives. Each trick is captured in action sequence and captioned so that aspiring riders can learn how each trick is performed. A history of the tricks, featuring their legendary inventors, is also included. This blend of background and how-to ensures that riders not only learn the tricks but also gain respect for the legends that made skateboarding the worldwide passion it is today. A guidebook that details dozens of spectacular skateboarding stunts. It combines technical information with historical perspectives. Each trick is captured in action sequence and captioned so that aspiring riders can learn how each trick is performed. It also includes a history of the tricks, featuring their legendary inventors. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2016
ISBN 10: 1935937766ISBN 13: 9781935937760
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. There are numerous books on boxing history and almost as many how-to box books, but this is the first volume that combines both the historical and instructional element. Our boxing legends cemented their boxing immortality in rounds featuring courage, prowess and tactical genius. How did these old school, all time champs - like Jack Johnson, Jack Dempsey, Gene Tunney and Stanley Ketchel - do it? This manual examines some of the best and most interesting rounds in boxing history and gets inside the historical import of what occurred. We will look at exactly what happened in some of the most action-packed moments of some of the best rounds in history and then supply recreated templates that allow you to drill and box precisely as they did in the given instances. There is no better way to get inside the head of a champion than to become a two-fisted historical pugilistic re-enactor who can move, bob, weave, duck, sidestep and punch just as these heroic ring warriors did. Here are five benefits a reader will gain from this book: 1. Gain historical perspective on one of mankind's most interesting and oldest sports. 2. Hone boxing skills via historical recreation modeling. 3. Create bonding with the material through historical perspective and physical execution. 4. Transform your boxing game as you learn to shift gears through champion mindsets. 5. Learn the valuable skill of immersion training versus simulacra training. There are numerous books on boxing history and almost as many how-to box books, but this is the first volume that combines both the historical and instructional element. Our boxing legends cemented their boxing immortality in rounds featuring courage, prowess and tactical genius. How did these old school, all time champs - like Jack Johnson, Jack D Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2006
ISBN 10: 1884654274ISBN 13: 9781884654275
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. With its complete focus on a single fighting position, this handbook unsparingly examines the clinch. In the clinch, the no-holds-barred combat techniques of striking and grappling meet, posing new challenges and calling for new strategies. With these detailed explanations of each aspect of positioning in the clinch, fighters can set up their own clinch takedowns and beat those used against them in the ring. The unique striking tools, protection strategies, and takedowns the clinch requires are explained for both offense and defense, moving smoothly between each fighting element to maximize advantage Focusing on a single fighting position, this handbook examines the clinch. Providing explanations of various aspects of positioning in the clinch, it helps fighters set up their own clinch takedowns and beat those used against them in the ring. It gives fighters the most complete education in turning the clinch to their advantage. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2011
ISBN 10: 1935937286ISBN 13: 9781935937289
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. From Leroy Jones sparring with chickens and Ken Norton's 15 combined rounds of shadow boxing, sparring, and bag work to Ricky Hatton's staggering 12-round sparring bouts with a body belt and Kosta Tszyu's creative tennis-ball and head-strap punching apparatus, this work highlights a vocabulary of exercises, incorporating boxing-specific equipment. From Leroy Jones sparring with chickens and Ken Norton's 15 combined rounds of shadow boxing, sparring, and bag work to Ricky Hatton's staggering 12-round sparring bouts with a body belt and Kosta Tszyu's creative tennis-ball and head-strap punching apparatus, this work highlights a vocabulary of exercises, incorporating boxing-specific equipment. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
Published by Tracks Publishing,U.S., Chula Vista, CA, 2004
ISBN 10: 1884654207ISBN 13: 9781884654206
Seller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The techniques taught in this book enable fighters and self-defense students to knockdown and knockout 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. Instructions on counter-striking sequences and the smart shots to land when the fight hits the mat are also included. The techniques taught in this title enable fighters and self-defense students to knockdown and knockout their opponents. Every punch, kick, elbow blow, knee strike, head-butt, forearm shot and shoulder-butt is detailed. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.