Athletics Books

STUMPTOWN KID is superb. The plotting, characterizations, and evocation of period are wonderful. I also think this story has the makings of a great family movie as it has the all-ages appeal of a true classic. I found it compelling, moving and thrilling.

Stumptown Kid is a well written late elementary school age level book. It would be a beneficial book to read to a class at the beginning of a school year, because of the issues that are dealt with as part of the story line. Both issues of bullies and the judging of others by the color of their skin or by where they may live are part of the young boy's life in this story. This book could be used as a springboard to a valuable class discussion. The story is written around the theme of baseball, which adds to the intrigue of the book. There is also a strand of mystery that keeps readers captivated throughout the book.

Drs Dominquez and Gadja truly understand all the dynamics of body movement and how to educate us about the "Core" so we will move with power, strength and dynamic wellness forever. Once you embrace their explanation of Total "Core" Body Training you will "float like an eagle and sting like a bee" as Mohammed Ali so aptly put it! Of course if "stinging" is not your thing then just imagine floating on the earth with the correct body integration to make your every movement effortless and a bonus besides: you will look like a million and feel like it also! This book makes sense! It breaks down the necessary components of stabilization, dynamic range of motion, healing, prevention of injury and the overall training program to begin then adopt for success. It is a program of cycles and progressions with efficiency. There are no short cuts and you'll reject them as you track your daily success of effortless powerful movements with their program. Drs D and Bob are enthusiatic,knowledgeable educators with a verve and respect for themselves and all of us who pursue the well being and healthy movement we deserve. It removes the myths of body training with understandable explanation and tweeks your curiousity for flowing, strong movement. There is joy in this education of mind - body movment. Learn it today - one step at a time and you'll float through your life'e movements with elation, balance, power and wellness. Smile! They have helped and trained the best in everyday life and in pro athletics. Be your crusader today with the knowledge this book emparts...forever. Enjoy!

Every athlete should read this book and carefully follow the principles outlined in each chapter. Athletes who are struggling with injuries will especially benefit from the sections of the book devoted to rehabilitating various problems. As an athlete trying to get back to top form, I can attest to the exercises represented in the book. Robert Gajda knows his stuff, he has trained many, many top athletes, thus he speaks and writes from years of experience. Please, do yourselves a favor and get a copy of this book.

One of the finest publications for any coach young or old in track and field and cross country. Fundamentals and training of all events from the beginning to the elite athlete. This is my third purchase of this text, newer publications. I have one of the original ones. We may not agree with some of the philosophies of the social teachings but the coaching and technical knowledge is excellent.
I have had some experience personally with some of the former East German teaching and this text is a necessity for a coaches library.

East Germany is gone, but their best coaches left a legacy of groundbreaking ideas and methods for training and racing in in this manual. Very thorough, covering jumps, javelin and shot put as well as running events. An important addition to everyone's track and field library.

I love this book. I was amazed to learn it is out of print. Jeff Cook does an amazing job of taking you inside the life and minds of the greatest athletes in the world. If you are looking for inspiration or motivation of the athletic sort, read this book. I was awestruck at Jeff's ability to extract the emotion and intensity of these athletes. This book was part of an Olympic display at my local library, at the time I was training for my first marathon and thought it would be a great way to boost my motivation, boy did it ever. I found myself having to find seats on the train to work that were out of the way due to my constant tearing, it is that good. I have never competed in a triathlon but since the reading of this book have purchased 3 Ironman videos (I'm addicted) and one day plan to do one. If you are in any way into endurance sports and love to read stories about those who push the body to the physical limit, this one's for you!

I loved the book and felt Jeff Cook did a wonderful job in details,emotions, and the true meaning of women triathletes. As a triathlete myself I have read this book many times and always feel like I could read it again. Very inspirational.

I just received the Ultimate Guide today and the second you open the book it's packed with knowledge. very specific for the twists and turns you will encounter with your workout programs, what works together with what to get the best results. ABSOLUTELY A MUST FOR THOSE TRYING TO BUILD A PROGRAM.

I'm a multi sport athlete who trains all year round regardless of what sport I play. I bought a few of these Ultimate Guide to Weight Training books, and they definitely helped me train specifically for the different sports that I play. Then about a year later I received an email from amazon that there was a new edition out. These upgraded editions are even better than the originals, with more articles and a lot more sport-specific information. I would definitely recommend this series to anyone who plays a lot of sports or wants to specifically focus on training for one sport in particular.