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“The scientific information discussed in Triathlon Science will give every reader a deeper understanding of the how and why behind a training program. It is a great resource for coaches and athletes alike.”
Linda Cleveland-- Coach Development Manager USA Triathlon
“Triathlon Science is invaluable for any athlete looking to decipher the vast information available and achieve immediate results.”
Adam Zucco-- Triathlon Coach, 2009 USAT Developmental Coach of the Year, Five-Time Hawaii Ironman Finisher
“In Triathlon Anatomy, Mark Klion and Troy Jacobson help triathletes get the most out of their strength training workouts while avoiding injury. The book is an essential resource for anyone striving for multisport success.”
Lee Silverman-- Owner, JackRabbit Sports
“Hannah has not only won Olympic gold and silver medals, but she has also lifted women’s snowboarding to the next level during her 10-year pro career. Mastering Snowboarding lays out a clear path so you too can reach your potential, feel great, and have fun.
Mike Jankowski-- Head Coach, U.S. Snowboarding and Freeskiing
“Mastering Snowboarding is a great tool to help snowboarders at any level hone their skills on the mountain. I highly recommend it!”
Mark McMorris-- 2012 X Games Gold Medalist
What Dave has achieved - a great basketball career, success in business, and a prominent political post at a challenging time - speaks to how all athletes should look at, and not limit, themselves. We should always stand for something more than what the box score says about us.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 6-time NBA Most Valuable Player
Dave Bing's journey from the Basketball Hall of Fame to City Hall is a compelling story with lessons for all of us. His life has spanned one of the most unique and transformative periods of American history. The details of his actions and achievements in the context of the Black experience in Detroit and the United States will inspire and inform readers from all walks of life.
Kevin Johnson, Mayor of Sacramento, NBA All-Star
The Dave Bing story is an extraordinary take on an extraordinary life.
Joe Dumars, Hall of Fame NBA star, business entrepreneur and president of the Detroit Pistons
Drew Sharp, a lifelong Detroiter, has followed all of Bing’s careers up close. He has skillfully told the story of this unique and compelling American life, with new insight and depth.
Michael Rosenberg, Sports Illustrated
“Social Dance is a must-have for all dancers. Judy Wright covers the essentials of performing both smooth and rhythmic dances in this fun and engaging text.”
Pamela Haibach, PhD-- Associate Professor, College of Brockport
“In his quest to be a better runner, Bob Schwartz has captured the true mindset of the distance runner. In I Run, Therefore I Am—Still Nuts! Schwartz articulates this with humor.”
Jean Knaack Executive Director, Road Runners Club of America
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Why understanding the science of triathlon is critical to success

Legendary endurance sport coach reveals how a triathlete processes energyChampaign, IL— A triathlete’s physical ability may be an important factor, but when it comes to success in the sport, knowledge of the science of triathlon is equally critical. According to legendary endurance sport coach Joe Friel, knowledge of the science of triathlon is crucial to success in the sport. “A significant amount of energy is required to train for and compete in triathlon,” says Friel. “A practical knowledge of the physiology of energy production can help you design effective workouts and pace yourself

Why strength and flexibility training is essential for triathlon success

Author gives triathletes an inside look at how muscles respond to trainingTriathletes undergo extensive training to develop the cardiorespiratory endurance necessary for withstanding the rigors of triathlon. But according to Mark Klion, an orthopedic surgeon and 10-time Ironman participant, a successful training program must also incorporate strength and flexibility training. “The goal of a program should be to promote musculoskeletal health and improve the body’s ability to withstand the repetitive stresses placed on it by endurance activities,” Klion explains. “Unlike many other sports

Hannah Teter reveals the seven truths of snowboarding

Olympic snowboarder says success on the slopes requires perseveranceFear of humiliation often prevents people from attempting to snowboard. But Olympic snowboarder Hannah Teter says snowboarding can be a life-changing endeavor that’s worth the risk. “The road to becoming an advanced or even a competent rider is rarely a short one, and you are likely to struggle,” Teter says. “Remember that everyone has been there, so don’t waste your time and energy worrying about how you look and comparing yourself to others.” In her forthcoming book, Mastering Snowboarding (Human Kinetics, 2012), Teter

Drew Sharp details Dave Bing's toughest test yet

An exclusive sneak preview from Drew Sharp's new biography of embattled Detroit icon Dave BingChampaign, IL—Instead of enjoying a luxurious retirement, former Detroit Pistons star Dave Bing chose to become the mayor of Detroit after many people had long ago written off the city as dead. That’s just the latest in a series of “never take the easy way out” decisions reflecting the will of a man who lost sight in one eye as a child yet went on to become one of the NBA’s top 50 players of all time. Now the basketball hall of famer, who also built a start-up company into one of the nation’s most

Why people should swap sneakers for dancing shoes

Author says dance offers an effective workout for the body and mindRicki Lake, Kelly Osbourne, and Kirstie Alley can attest to the health benefits of dance: Each star dropped over 20 pounds while performing on Dancing with the Stars. According to Judy Wright, dance expert and author of the forthcoming Social Dance: Steps to Success  (Human Kinetics, 2012), it’s no surprise so many people attribute their shrinking waistlines to dance. “Dance provides a serious workout and increases muscle tone,

Top 10 ways to develop an arm workout program

In new book, best-selling author outlines steps to help weightlifters build their armsChampaign, IL—Developing an arm workout program should always begin with a weightlifter defining his or her goals. Although most people will likely have several goals, best-selling author Frédéric Delavier says they will have difficulty setting up an optimal program if they don’t define those goals well before getting started. “Write down your goals on paper so that you can read them before every workout,” he recommends. “This will help motivate you.” In his new book, Delavier’s Anatomy for Bigger,

How to gain 15 pounds of muscle in six months—naturally

In his newest book, strength expert Brad Schoenfeld encourages scientific approach to building muscleChampaign, IL—Building muscle is never as simple as emulating the training methods of popular bodybuilders. The superhuman physiques of professional bodybuilders are often not achieved through innovative training, says leading strength and fitness expert Brad Schoenfeld, but through a combination of superior genetics and a great deal of chemical enhancement. They typically have little or no knowledge of the nuances of exercise science, and most people who follow their routines will only end

Best-selling author releases new volume of beloved running book

Takes a humorous look at the peculiarities and obsessions of runnersRunners are nuts. And, according to popular humor writer Bob Schwartz, they’re a different breed. “We wear black toenails as medals of distinction, use more Vaseline in a week than quintuplets with diaper rash and chapped lips, and try to convince ourselves that a horrifically painful muscle pull that prevents us from even walking is really nothing more than a temporary cramp,” says Schwartz. In the new volume of his best-selling book, I Run, Therefore I Am—Still Nuts! 

The four reasons women get cellulite

Best-selling author explains why cellulite is mostly a female phenomenonChampaign, IL--Most women believe that cellulite affects only those who are overweight or out of shape. But, according to Frédéric Delavier, fitness expert and author of the forthcoming Delavier’s Sculpting Anatomy for Women: Core, Butt, and Legs  (Human Kinetics, 2012), cellulite affects two out of three women, including those who are very thin. “Cellulite is a typically feminine phenomenon where subcutaneous fat

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