Books with title Snow Skiing

This new title in the Science behind Sports series provides an in-depth look at the scientific principles behind the sport of skiing. A brief history of the sport is offered followed by chapters that cover the scientific concepts behind downhill skiing, h; Books in this series explore the scientific principles behind some of the most popular team and individual sports; basic physical science concepts are explained in an engaging and accessible manner.; Each volume in the series focuses on one sport and opens with a brief look at the featured sport’s origins, history and changes to rules, equipment, or techniques. Subsequent chapters cover the biomechanics and physiology of playing, related health and medical concerns, and the causes and treatment of sports-related injuries. The full-color text is augmented by fact boxes, sidebars, photos, and detailed diagrams, charts and graphs. In addition, a subject-specific glossary, bibliography and index provide further tools for researching the sports and concepts discussed throughout the volume.

Skiing events have been included in the Winter X Games since 1997. Skiing competitions at the Winter X Games showcase downhill skiers performing jumps, flips, twists, and other acrobatic feats. Learn more in Skiing, one of the titles in the Extreme Sports series. This series offers an exciting glimpse into the world's most daring sports and the athletes who take part in them.