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A Basic Guide to Decathlon
United States Olympic Committee
Hardcover (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 1, 2001)There's nothing more exciting and engaging than the Olympic Games. Athletes from across the globe unite to participate in the most exciting and vigorous competitions of their lives. These athletes didn't get to the Olympics by accident -- it takes years of dedication, sweat, and training to become an Olympic athlete. But you don't have to be training for the Olympics to enjoy sports. Whether you like cycling, playing softball, wrestling, or riding horses, the Olympic Guides will give you numerous tips on equipment, training, and improving your skills. Complete with up-to-date results from the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, these official U.S. Olympic Committee publications take a fascinating look at how to play sports, the history of sports, and everything in between.A Basic Guide to Decathlon is for the athlete who wants to become a decathlete and for the sports fan who wants a deeper appreciation and understanding of this challenging Olympic event. You'll learn the history of decathlon, how to get started, and the fundamentals of training. Written by Frank Zarnowski, Ph.D., the world's foremost authority on the decathlon, this book is packed with practical information.
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A Basic Guide to Speed Skating
U. S. Olympic Committee
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2001)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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Olympic Fun
United States Olympic Committee
Paperback (Griffin Publishing, Feb. 1, 1996)Each booklet in this series is filled with games such as mazes, puzzles, connect-the-dots, word finds, and much more all designed around the Olympic theme.
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A Basic Guide to Softball
United States Olympic Committee
Paperback (Griffin Publishing, Dec. 15, 1998)Whether you are a youngster, an adult, or a spectator of any age, A Basic Guide to Softball will enhance your understanding of the history of the sport and its rules and fundamentals.
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Olympism: A Basic Guide to the History, Ideals, and Sports of the Olympic Movement
U. S. Olympic Committee
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 2001)Relates the history of the ancient Olympic games and the modern revival of the Olympics in 1896, discusses the ideals of the Olympic movement, and describes each medal sport of the summer and winter Olympics.
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A Basic Guide to Ice Hockey
U. S. Olympic Committee
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2001)Provides information on such aspects of ice hockey as the history of Olympic competition, game rules and strategies, relevant nutrition, safety and first aid, and describes Olympic and ice hockey organizations.
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A Basic Guide to Speed Skating
Us Olympic Committee
Paperback (Griffin Pub Group, Nov. 1, 2001)If you've 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. A Basic Guide to Speed Skating takes you step-by-step from skating fundamentals to more advanced training tips. This easy-to-read volume will help you choose and care for your skates and other gear. You'll also find exciting photos of Speed Skating stars of today and tomorrow.
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A Basic Guide to Wrestling
U. S. Olympic Committee
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 2001)Briefly traces the history of wrestling in Olympic competition, explains the seven basic wrestling skills, and offers advice on participating in the sport.
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A Basic Guide to Figure Skating
U. S. Olympic Committee
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2001)Provides information on such aspects of figure skating as the history of Olympic competition, beginning skating skills, figure skating moves, training, equipment, proficiency tests, and fitness and nutrition.
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A Basic Guide to Softball
U. S. Olympic Committee
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 2001)Offers a brief history of softball, profiles the members of the U.S. Women's Softball Team, and includes information on the rules of the game, basic skills, and health and fitness.
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A Basic Guide to Skiing and Snowboarding
U. S. Olympic Committee
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Dec. 1, 2001)Presents information on the history, styles and techniques, needed equipment, and relevant first aid and safety for skiing, as well as discussing skiing and the Olympis, and the sport of snowboarding. Describes Olympic, skiing, and snowboarding organizations.Presents information on the history, styles and techniques, needed equipment, and relevant first aid and safety for skiing, as well as discussing skiing and the Olympics, and the sport of snowboarding.
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