A Basic Guide to Speed Skating (Olympic Guides)

ISBN 10: 0836831055 ISBN 13: 9780836831054

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Pub, 2001

Synopsis

Provides information on such aspects of speed skating as the history of Olympic competition, clubs and associations, fundamentals of the sport, skates, fitness and nutrition, safety and first aid, and more. Describes Olympic and speed skating organizations.Provides information on such aspects of speed skating as the history of Olympic competition, clubs and associations, fundamentals of the sport, skates, fitness and nutrition, and safety and first aid.

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Synopsis

If you have ever wanted to take up speed skating and wondered where to begin, this volume will show you how to choose the right club and how to test your developing skills in grassroots competition. This guide takes you step-by-step from skating fundamentals to more advanced training tips. Special features include: Long track and short track skating; In-depth profiles of the top international speed skating stars; Great names in speed skating history; Standard skates or clap skates -- which blades are right for you?; Skating opportunities for beginning, advanced, experienced and challenged athletes.

Edition details

• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Pub
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0836831055
• ISBN 13: 9780836831054
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 151
• Editor: U. S. Olympic Committee