Athletics Books

Renowned researcher Lee Brown has compiled THE book on the application of isokinetics based on clinical research. Each author is an authority in the field and presents the latest information in a thought-provoking manner. I believe this book is extremely well-designed and is an invaluable resource for the practitioner who utilizes isokinetic dynamometry

Noted research physiologist Lee Brown has compiled THE defining book on the application of isokinetic dynamometry from clinical research. This book explores the foundations, limitations, functional applications and how the research applies to unique populations. Each author is an authority in the field and the latest research is presented to stimulate further thought. I believe this book is an excellent resource and the number of references provided at the end of each chapter facilitate further depth of study.

As an experiment, I decided to use this book for two weeks with the suggested music. To my amazement, it really works! I'm just 20 and so it is a huge novelty not to follow a tv screen.
In the book, Jane doesn't just address aerobics, but where society places people in life, the enviroment and healthy eating.
I now have this workout on DVD so really use the book as reference to healthy living.
You would have thought that it would be hard to follow a book to workout with. But it isn't. For every move there are professionally taken indepth photographs with descriptions.
You really use this book until you remember the moves off by heart. But it's use doesn't stop there as it is jam packed with so much information.
And the funny thing is it feels better working out in the absense of a television screen.

I purchased this book based on three things. One I wanted to see an example of Jane Fonda's original 1982 workout(hard to find/expensive). Two I love almost all of JF workouts. Three the one review I read confirmed I needed this for my collection. This is truly a wonderful book I can see why it was a best seller. This book offers information on a wide range of subjects from self-esteem, diet, social and enviromental issues, not to mention the two workouts. This was a great buy.
This book offers a begginer and advanced workout. Each workout begins with warm-up and ends with a cool down. At the begging of each exercise routine there is a list of music that could accompany the exercise. This can be used as a guide to choosing your own music. Both routines have an aerobics, arms, waist, abs, hips and thighs, bottocks. The workouts last about 30-45 for beginner and 40-60 mins for advanced. The cardio portion of both workouts are simple but short, however you can easily extend it.
This workout is great for the flexibility it offers. This is a workout that you can truly make your own. You could even do it while you are watching television. One of the things I really liked was making my own music to this workout. Being abel to chose your own music that you enjoy, really keeps you going. This is great if you like to make compilation tapes or cds.
Now I know what your thinking I don't go for exercise books. And for the most part I would agree, with all the page turning reading descriptions and the pictures that make no sense. But this is written and shown in a very clear manner. Over time this should just be a guide. Because you should start to memorize the workout.
This is a great workout if your short on time or you don't feel like going to the gym of even putting a exercise tape in the vcr. This workout out is total body toning. You could even use light hand weights during some of the arm movements for extra work. However some of the movements can be jarring and hard on the joints. Just modify it to fit your own personal needs. If it feels wrong don't do it. If you like this workout I would recommend Jane Fonda's New Workout Book or VHS and Jane Fonda's Women Coming of Age and Jane Fonda's Easy Going Workout.

After all these years this book is still relevant; Jim Fixx was no dumby and this book gets 5 stars in my opinion based on what it will provide in comparison to what you will pay to get a used copy. Worth your time to read if you enjoy running and enjoy running books as I do.

While it may appear that some of the information in this book may be a bit dated, don't let that put you off. This is still one of the best running books in print. It gives down to earth advice and is certainly inspirational. I first read this one when it was published and still give it a read ever few years. Highly recommend this one.

This is an excellent introductory book for parents of children who want to play hockey. It covers all the types of equipment involved, and offers suggestions on how to buy what you need. It discusses how to be a responsible hockey parent, and how to support and encourage your young player. Special attention is paid to the unique needs of girls (there aren't many for kids in the age group being covered by this book), and also the particular needs of goaltenders. I checked this book out from my local library, but have decided to buy a copy to keep at home for reference.

This is the best book for first time hockey parents. I had no idea how to tape a stick, buy shoulder pads, skates or even that there was such a thing as a neck guard.

The book is written by a physician and hockey lover, who knows his stuff. It has given me a lot of confidence when dealing with "more knowledgeable" parents and coaches. It has also helped me make it more fun for my kid.

If you have a kid who is going to play hockey: BUY THIS BOOK!!! The information on equipment and injuries is worth the price alone. Knowing how tape a stick and buy equipment has saved me a lot of time and money.

If you're a Notre Dame fan, and don't know the names, Johnny Lujack, Angelo Bertelli, Creighton Miller, George Connor, Jim Martin, Leon Hart, Emil Sitko, John Panelli, Bill Fischer, or Frank Leahy, you need this book. These players, and many others, played at a time (1940's) when you played both offence and defense. During this period, Notre Dame won 4 National Championships, produced 3 Heisman Trophy winners, 2 Outland Trophy winners, and numerous All-Americans.

Jack Connor has written a lively and entertaining book about these great players with many personal stories and insight, and he should know, he was one of them.

This book is a wonderful chronicle of the men who played for Frank Leahy and the impact that he had upon them as they progressed beyond Notre Dame. My grandfather played fullback for Leahy and I had him sign copies for my kids as a lasting momento of the experience he had while playing at Notre Dame.

Michigan: Champions of the West provides a year-by-year look at one of America's longest-running success stories. Starting with the late 19th Century and progressing up to the present day, the book delivers a year-by-year history of University of Michigan Athletic events, legends, lists and facts that cannot be found in any other source. A must for any Michigan alumnus or supporter, the book clearly shows how we all must "Hail, Hail to Michigan, the Champions of the West."

If you are looking for facts, figures and insight into the athletics at the University of Michigan, this is the book! Madej covers every collegiate sport at the school, providing details of many minor sports.

I have finally found a copy of Mike Mentzer's comptete book of weight training. Thanks to Amazon.com marketplace sellers, mysearch has ended. This book is wayahead of it's time when it comes to weight training. Most trainerstoday train 5-6 days a week, lasting an hour or longer. Mentzerrecommends 3 days a week, 20-30 minutes per day. Now would anyone want to train 5-6 days a week?I don't think so unless you're onsteroids. Most people don't have the time to train either due to their job or other reasons.If your not getting good results from your present routine, then itmay be time to try Mike Mentzer'smethod. If you can find this book,I would certainly recommend it.RIP-MIKE & RAY MENTZER

Seize the opportunity to learn scientific methods
to building ultimate muscle-size, in minimum time.

Mike's techniques are a must and have been applied
to top bodybuilders like Dorian Yates.

The fundamental principle on weight-training
is to break down the muscle during exercise
and build-it back thicker and stronger
via proper recuperation.

Highly recommended by
George Papazoglou
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This is possibly the most definitive college football statistical book ever written. It just gets better every year. Has more stuff than you can imagine and, if you are a football fan, it is nirvana. The research is top-rate and the gathering of material must be a full-time job for someone. I thought this might be a coffee-table picture book when my wife got it for me, but was I surprised with the detail presented. I am really happy with this book.

This is possibly the most definitive college football statistical book ever written. It just gets better every year. Has more stuff than you can imagine and, if you are a football fan, it is nirvana. The research is top-rate and the gathering of material must be a full-time job for someone. I thought this might be a coffee-table picture book when my wife got it for me, but was I surprised with the detail presented. I am really happy with this book.

I loved Coach Gagliardi's methods. Although, I don't agree with everything he believes in that it can be transferred to the workplace; I do think he has a outlook that more businesses should look at. Simple quick read.

I manage a large staff in a financial services firm. Since I started the position a year ago, I've had problems dealing with the various personalities on staff and keeping productivity at an acceptable level. After reading this book a few weeks ago, I immediately started implementing the suggestions in "No How Coaching." Now, I can tell everyone that I've already seen results, which shocks even me because nothing else has worked. Productivity has increased. My staff is working better together. This book is amazing! If you are a company president or the lowliest peon, read this book and your business WILL IMPROVE!

Bob Seebohar is an experienced professional who not only teaches optimal health, but lives it every day. His reasoned and balanced instruction reflects both his work with the top athletes in the country as well as his personal passion for achieving the best state of fitness possible. I found the information in this book highly relevant even as a wanna-be athlete who only competes with the treadmill. Learning more about food and supplements has helped me fuel my workouts and maintain my weight--important goals for anyone!

This book is awesome. A friend of mine recommended it to me and it is a brilliant concept. The author is very knowledgeable and very experienced. I highly recommend this read if you are a serious athlete.