http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Book-Reviews:Sports-Literature EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Being a golf nut it was natural for me to collect a number of books on golf. In fact I have thirty three. This collection is eclectic in the sense that it covers about every aspect of the game that has been written about. Some of these books were given to me, but most were purchased over my years of chasing this crazy game. (Or is it the game makes you crazy?) For the interest of other golf nuts looking for a good golf book to read, I have prepared this list. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:12:14 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Books-on-Golf-Check-Out-My-Collection&id=3191346 http://ezinearticles.com/?Books-on-Golf-Check-Out-My-Collection&id=3191346 Being a golf nut it was natural for me to collect a number of books on golf. In fact I have thirty three. This collection is eclectic in the sense that it covers about every aspect of the game that has been written about. Some of these books were given to me, but most were purchased over my years of chasing this crazy game. (Or is it the game makes you crazy?) For the interest of other golf nuts looking for a good golf book to read, I have prepared this list. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:29:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Books-on-Golf-Check-Out-My-Collection&id=3191346 http://ezinearticles.com/?Books-on-Golf-Check-Out-My-Collection&id=3191346 If you are looking for the leader in sports publications, you need look no further. Established over seventy years ago, Sports Illustrated is still going strong. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:46:06 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sports-Illustrated-The-Leader-in-Sports-Publications-is-As-Popular-As-Ever&id=3167471 http://ezinearticles.com/?Sports-Illustrated-The-Leader-in-Sports-Publications-is-As-Popular-As-Ever&id=3167471 In describing the game of golf in simple terms, it can be said that golf is a precision ball and club sport where by the competitors are known as golfers. You might think that dropping at least seven strokes of your handicap swings might be impossible within a week. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:14:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Golf-Swing-Review-Lower-Your-Golf-Handicap&id=3063096 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Golf-Swing-Review-Lower-Your-Golf-Handicap&id=3063096 Jack Nordgren tells his story in "A Lake Surfer's Journey." The journey takes Jack from Chicago and the beaches of Southwest Michigan to an assignment with the U. S. Navy, the beaches of Connecticut, back to Chicago, and through a miraculous chain of events to Hawaii. 30 years later, full circle, Jack is back on the beaches of Southwest Michigan. Jack's writing is forthright, open, and honest. I found myself totally absorbed in his spiritual journey. His writing is compelling. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:51:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Lake-Surfers-Journey-by-Jack-Nordgren&id=3102576 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Lake-Surfers-Journey-by-Jack-Nordgren&id=3102576 "The Art of Hojo Undo: Power Training For Traditional Karate" by Michael Clarke is an interesting and informative book on 'supplementary training' to develop power in one's karate techniques. Besides teaching the classical training methods, this book also details how to construct and use the training tools that have been used to develop power in traditional karate from 'old' Okinawa. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:49:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Hojo-Undo-Power-Training-For-Traditional-Karate-by-Michael-Clarke&id=3087144 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Hojo-Undo-Power-Training-For-Traditional-Karate-by-Michael-Clarke&id=3087144 Detailed review of the Instant Golf Slice Cure. Is it as good as all the hype? Find out here. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:14:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Instant-Golf-Slice-Cure-Review&id=2940243 http://ezinearticles.com/?Instant-Golf-Slice-Cure-Review&id=2940243 Deer Hunting 101: The Basic Strategy Guide to Deer Hunting, is a list of rules that all hunters should know. First of all when entering the woods for a hunt, you must be scent free. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:20:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Deer-Hunting-101&id=2746679 http://ezinearticles.com/?Deer-Hunting-101&id=2746679 Andre Tolme was a typical, well-paid Civil Engineer living in New Hampshire with a strong interest in golf, which he tried to do every weekend. He also had a very strong interest in traveling, having visited over fifty countries in his lifetime. After traveling to Mongolia and seeing how the landscape was inviting for golf, he decided to do something crazy; he would quit his job for a year and try to golf across the entire country of Mongolia. After 12,170 shots, Tolme reached his goal and realized a new view on life. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:29:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-I-Golfed-Across-Mongolia-by-Andre-Tolme&id=2832964 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-I-Golfed-Across-Mongolia-by-Andre-Tolme&id=2832964 The Simple Golf Swing is published by golf expert David Nevogt. The guide has been designed to help anyone with an 18 handicap or bigger. It will even improve the scores of more experienced golfers. Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:40:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Golf-Swing-Review&id=2735461 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Golf-Swing-Review&id=2735461 Josh Hamilton is a true success story. He has had it all, hit rock bottom, and now he is truly back at the top of the mountain. As a boy, he became interested in baseball at a very early age, and was so good at the game that he was placed in much older leagues before he was even ten years old. Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:00:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Beyond-Belief-by-Josh-Hamilton&id=2671438 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Beyond-Belief-by-Josh-Hamilton&id=2671438 If you want to increase the distance of your golf drive, you'll be glad to know that there is a book out there on the internet that has been written to help you do exactly that. The Five Keys to Distance by Long Drive Champion Eric Jones goes over the fundamental concepts and swing sequence you will need to utilize in order to maximize the distance of your drive. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 16:54:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Five-Keys-to-Distance-by-World-Long-Drive-Champion-Eric-Jones-(Review)&id=2584750 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Five-Keys-to-Distance-by-World-Long-Drive-Champion-Eric-Jones-(Review)&id=2584750 When I first picked up golf, I went to Google and searched for "golf the best instruction book ever" . If you're reading this, then it's highly likely you just did the same. When I started my drives were short, my putt was off and my score was well above 100. Simply take two minutes to read on and I'll save you hours of searching for the much coveted "holy grail" manual to golf. I'll also share with you tips from a golf legend which transformed my golf strategy. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 09:40:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Golf-The-Best-Instruction-Book-Ever-(My-Quest-For-it-and-What-I-Really-Discovered)&id=2545633 http://ezinearticles.com/?Golf-The-Best-Instruction-Book-Ever-(My-Quest-For-it-and-What-I-Really-Discovered)&id=2545633 "Baguazhang: Theory and Applications" by Master Liang, Shou-Yu and Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is an incredibly informative text. With more than 900 photographs in this 500 plus page tome, one might first think it is just a photo book, since many martial art texts have primarily pictures with little written text. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:48:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Baguazhang-Theory-and-Applications-A-Review&id=1893185 http://ezinearticles.com/?Baguazhang-Theory-and-Applications-A-Review&id=1893185 Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen, by Christopher McDougall, is a new book on running that weaves together a story of ultra racing adventure, life philosophy, and running science. It is a phenomenal book, and a must read for anyone who runs. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:48:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Born-to-Run-by-Christopher-McDougall&id=2355314 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Born-to-Run-by-Christopher-McDougall&id=2355314 I have enjoyed Jim Wagner's "High Risk" column in "Black Belt" magazine, so I was looking forward to reading his book, "Reality-Based Personal Protection." Despite "Jim Wagner Reality-Based Personal Protection" being a bit over used throughout the text, I found this book to contain a lot of useful information for the person wanting to know more about protecting or defending themselves. It is a good addition to any self-defense library. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:54:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reality-Based-Personal-Protection-by-Jim-Wagner&id=2511394 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reality-Based-Personal-Protection-by-Jim-Wagner&id=2511394 I think I can vouch for all golfers regardless of age, sex, or skill level that if you could manage to take 7 strokes off of your scores in less than 2 weeks that you would be absolutely elated! While it seems like it might be too good to be true, their is a product out there that promises to do just that and even promises a 100% money back guarantee. Here I am going to present an unbiased simple golf swing review, but I have to warn you after buying the product I don't have very many negative things to say. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:12:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Golf-Swing-Review-The-Only-Instruction-You-Need-to-Take-10-Strokes-Off-of-Your-Game!&id=2453799 http://ezinearticles.com/?Simple-Golf-Swing-Review-The-Only-Instruction-You-Need-to-Take-10-Strokes-Off-of-Your-Game!&id=2453799 The book A-Rod - The Many Lives of Alex Rodriguez by Selena Roberts was already a media-sensation even before it was published. Both Selena Roberts and Alex Rodriguez were famous enough to draw even people who have never liked reading a book that's more than two hundred pages long. Roberts has a way of engaging her listeners and readers, making you unable to stray away from the story she has weaved. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:15:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Rod-The-Many-Lives-of-Alex-Rodriguez-by-Selena-Roberts-Book-Review&id=2420680 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Rod-The-Many-Lives-of-Alex-Rodriguez-by-Selena-Roberts-Book-Review&id=2420680 Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen, by Christopher McDougall, is a new book on running that weaves together a story of ultra racing adventure, life philosophy, and running science. It is a phenomenal book, and a must read for anyone who runs. Wed, 20 May 2009 13:38:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Born-to-Run-by-Christopher-McDougall&id=2355314 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Born-to-Run-by-Christopher-McDougall&id=2355314 Putting to Win is an ebook and video instruction package. I have been unable to learn the identity of the writer other than he is a European PGA Tour player. He recently was able to qualify for the tour because of improvements he made to his putting. Mon, 18 May 2009 10:22:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Putting-to-Win-Product-Overview&id=2352570 http://ezinearticles.com/?Putting-to-Win-Product-Overview&id=2352570 Floyd Landis is the undisputed Winner of the Tour de France by bicycle racers and fans throughout the world. He is the ultimate testament of hard work ethic, character, and perseverance. Wed, 13 May 2009 10:22:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Floyd-Landis-Story-One-Everyone-Who-Cares-About-Sports-Should-Read&id=2333547 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Floyd-Landis-Story-One-Everyone-Who-Cares-About-Sports-Should-Read&id=2333547 The Vertical Jump Development Bible is one of several programs available in the area of improving your vertical jump. How does it compare to other products on the market? Check out this review to see what this program has to offer. Wed, 13 May 2009 09:57:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Vertical-Jump-Bible-Is-it-Good?&id=2328963 http://ezinearticles.com/?Vertical-Jump-Bible-Is-it-Good?&id=2328963 "No one is forced to take part in sport. But anyone who does must accept the governing rules", said Richard W. Pound by applying this affirmation to the positive conclusion of the test of Ben Johnson at the Olympics. Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:25:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Olympic-Committee-Medical-Commission-and-the-World-Anti-Doping-Agency-Athletes-and-Drug-Use&id=2270409 http://ezinearticles.com/?Olympic-Committee-Medical-Commission-and-the-World-Anti-Doping-Agency-Athletes-and-Drug-Use&id=2270409 Before I discuss the book itself, a quick background on the author, Oliver "Ollie" Lang. In the world of professional paintball (yes, it's a real sport) Ollie is widely considered to be the very best. The premier player, having won every single pro competition not once, but sometimes three and four times over. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:03:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ollie-Langs-Power-Paintball&id=2128349 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ollie-Langs-Power-Paintball&id=2128349 NFL Player Tony Mandarich tells all in his new memoir. From being the number 2 draft pick for the NFL, through a downward spiral of alcoholic and drug addiction, and then a triumphant football comeback, Mandarich reveals the truth about his mistakes, how he overcame addiction, and the relationship he created with God and himself. Fri, 20 Mar 2009 10:09:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Honest-and-Inspiring-Tale-of-NFL-Athlete-Tony-Mandarichs-Struggle-With-Addiction&id=2104315 http://ezinearticles.com/?Honest-and-Inspiring-Tale-of-NFL-Athlete-Tony-Mandarichs-Struggle-With-Addiction&id=2104315 This product provides us with the perfect soccer workouts so as to enable us to play the game to the best of our ability. This product comes packed with everything, from exercises to diets, in order to gain top physical form. To know more, read the review! Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:16:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Total-Soccer-Fitness&id=2087528 http://ezinearticles.com/?Total-Soccer-Fitness&id=2087528 The false favorites system is probably the most popular laying system available at the moment. This is probably down to the fact that, unlike most betting systems. The author doesn't make any outlandish claims. Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:38:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?False-Favorite-Laying-System-Is-It-For-You?&id=2077850 http://ezinearticles.com/?False-Favorite-Laying-System-Is-It-For-You?&id=2077850 This is the second part of our Top 20 Poker Books review. The following books are still very good and will provide you with tons of information regarding poker. Some even include playing strategies and tips. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:07:05 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-20-Poker-Books-Part-II&id=1981996 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-20-Poker-Books-Part-II&id=1981996 When I first saw the title of this book, I expected it to be full of fluff and not much substance. I've read a lot of books on how to prepare for different levels of racing and more often than not I've been disappointed with the result. I decided to give this one a try, hoping that it would change my experience and give me some new tips to incorporate into my training. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:24:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beginners-Marathon-Guide-Your-First-Marathon&id=1946022 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beginners-Marathon-Guide-Your-First-Marathon&id=1946022 "The Better Bass Fishing" e-book contains tips and techniques to help you land the most and biggest bass. Learn several of the secrets of bass fishing that tournament winners and professionals use. You will also discover the best baits to use in every situation. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:40:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Better-Bass-Fishing&id=1950209 http://ezinearticles.com/?Better-Bass-Fishing&id=1950209 This article deals with books on golf. You will come to know about some top ranking books that talk about various golf playing techniques. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:25:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Books-on-Golf&id=1926587 http://ezinearticles.com/?Books-on-Golf&id=1926587 "Baguazhang: Theory and Applications" by Master Liang, Shou-Yu and Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is an incredibly informative text. With more than 900 photographs in this 500 plus page tomb, one might first think it is just a photo book, since many martial art texts have primarily pictures with little written text. Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:39:58 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Baguazhang-Theory-and-Applications-A-Review&id=1893185 http://ezinearticles.com/?Baguazhang-Theory-and-Applications-A-Review&id=1893185 Do you want to build a winning girls' soccer program, on the field and off? In the book Coaching Girls' Soccer Successfully, one of the nation's top high school coaches, Debra LaPrath, shares her expertise on all aspects of coaching--player development, leadership, conditioning, teamwork and much more. Fri, 26 Dec 2008 09:16:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Coaching-Girls-Soccer&id=1808402 http://ezinearticles.com/?Coaching-Girls-Soccer&id=1808402 Rick Pitino had the rest of his career already planned after accepting the biggest coaching contract in NBA history with the Boston Celtics in 1997. It was a failure and he talks about it in second motivational book "Rebound Rules" by Rick Pitino and Pat Forde. He says that it forced him to rethink about his entire career plan and his ten year, fifty million dollar contract. Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:39:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basketball-Coaching-Rick-Pitino-Rebound-Rules-Basketball-Coaching-Book-Review&id=1793242 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basketball-Coaching-Rick-Pitino-Rebound-Rules-Basketball-Coaching-Book-Review&id=1793242 If you have ever tried to learn any new skateboard trick you would know how frustrating it can sometimes be especially if you do not know any skateboarding trick or you have a hard time learning the ones you know. Secrets of skateboarding is a book by Tony waters where he promises to show you his secrets to learning almost every single skateboarding trick. There are plenty things to know about this book and here is a review of what to expect from it. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:11:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Secrets-of-Skateboarding-Book-by-Tony-Waters&id=1786501 http://ezinearticles.com/?Review-of-Secrets-of-Skateboarding-Book-by-Tony-Waters&id=1786501 "Walking to Extremes" is one of those rare books that defies categorization. It is a magical book, for sure; one fashioned from a rich fabric that seems to be skillfully woven by a consortium of poets, raconteurs, philosophers, naturalists, outdoorsmen, and hikers; and so it is, except that the consortium exists only in the mind of one man; Howard McCord. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:38:02 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Walking-to-Extremes-by-Howard-McCord&id=1752896 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Walking-to-Extremes-by-Howard-McCord&id=1752896 The Simple Swing was written by David Nevogt in 2006 and since that time it has been bought by people in over 30 countries around the world. David makes some pretty big claims about what you can achieve by reading his book and putting the techniques in to practice. He says that most people who read the book will cut 7 shots from their game - even more if you're a high handicap player - and the success rate is meant to be about 95%. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:15:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Improve-Your-Golf-Swing-and-Start-Breaking-80&id=1069091 http://ezinearticles.com/?Improve-Your-Golf-Swing-and-Start-Breaking-80&id=1069091 This book was written to help you with your roundhouse kick. That's what it was written for and that is exactly what it will do. If, that is, you read it and USE it. By that I mean, actually have this book in your training area and do what Kovacich teaches. USE the book to improve your kicking. Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:52:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Roundhouse-Kick-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series-Volume-9-by-Shawn-Kovacich&id=1634708 http://ezinearticles.com/?Roundhouse-Kick-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series-Volume-9-by-Shawn-Kovacich&id=1634708 What exactly is a hatchet kick? It is not as well known as your common side kicks and popular roundhouse kicks. Nor is it as self-descriptive as a front kick. So how do you describe it? Guinness World Record holder, black belt, and author Shawn Kovacich describes the hatchet kick like this, "A properly executed hatchet kick performed by a man (or woman), can be compared to a hybrid combination of a turning wheel kick and an in-to-out axe kick." Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:16:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hatchet-Kick-Volume-8-of-the-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series-by-Shawn-Kovacich&id=1624344 http://ezinearticles.com/?Hatchet-Kick-Volume-8-of-the-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series-by-Shawn-Kovacich&id=1624344 This magnificent visual guide to the martial arts is divided into seven sections, with each section focusing on the indigenous and imported styles synonymous with a particular geographical region. The book is truly a fascinating look at more martial art styles than most people ever realized existed. Pictures range from ancient drawings, old photographs, and modern photos of stunning displays of martial prowess with fascinating backdrops. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 16:01:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Way-of-the-Warrior-Martial-Arts-and-Fighting-Styles-From-Around-the-World-by-Chris-Crudelli&id=1610435 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Way-of-the-Warrior-Martial-Arts-and-Fighting-Styles-From-Around-the-World-by-Chris-Crudelli&id=1610435 Old baseball scouts, like old baseball players, never fade away. In their minds, they are still in the middle of the action whether playing, coaching, or scouting. Jack Barrett is not any different. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:11:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Forced-Out-Written-by-Stephen-Frey&id=1596542 http://ezinearticles.com/?Forced-Out-Written-by-Stephen-Frey&id=1596542 Billie Jean King's new book PRESSURE IS A PRIVILEGE - Lessons I've learned from life and the Battle of the Sexes released in August of 2008 is a must read for any aspiring junior tennis player and, most certainly, a must read by their parents. How to handle opponents. How to adjust to the current situation during a match. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 15:51:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pressure-is-a-Privilege-New-Book-by-Billie-Jean-King&id=1564363 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pressure-is-a-Privilege-New-Book-by-Billie-Jean-King&id=1564363 Billie Jean King's new book PRESSURE IS A PRIVILEGE - Lessons I've learned from life and the Battle of the Sexes released in August of 2008 is a must read for any aspiring junior tennis player and, most certainly, a must read by their parents. How to handle opponents. How to adjust to the current situation during a match. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:04:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pressure-is-a-Privilege-New-Book-by-Billie-Jean-King&id=1564363 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pressure-is-a-Privilege-New-Book-by-Billie-Jean-King&id=1564363 Lessons I've learned from Life and the Battle of the Sexes is a remarkable book in as much as Billie Jean King reveals never before discussed, behind the scenes thoughts, events, preparations and the enormous pressures she endured to represent her gender in the legendary 1973 Battle of the Sexes against Bobby Riggs that changed the world. Barack Obama's debate with John McCain in September of 2008 was a top world TV event registering a whopping 40 million viewers. The Riggs-King Battle of the Sexes, 35 years ago drew over 50 million ... Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:17:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pressure-is-a-Privilege-New-Book-Release-by-Billie-Jean-King&id=1564380 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pressure-is-a-Privilege-New-Book-Release-by-Billie-Jean-King&id=1564380 "The Simple Golf Swing" is a step-by-step golf instruction ebook written by David Nevogt, for average golfers who are having problems with improving their golf score but cannot quite figure out how, perhaps it's time to think about consistency. The lack of consistency in your golf swing which can in turn lead to other problems such as short distance, slicing, hook and lots more. All of these problems can increases the number of strokes one has to hit to reach the green. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 07:59:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Simple-Golf-Swing-Really-Improve-Your-Golf-Score?&id=1558053 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Simple-Golf-Swing-Really-Improve-Your-Golf-Score?&id=1558053 Completing a triathlon is not difficult for a seasoned athlete that has done a bit of cycling, swimming and running. Indeed, in my first triathlon, I did pretty well, even though I was weak in the swimming, I was a very strong running and could hold my own on the bike. No, you cannot simply enter a triathlon and expect to win without paying attention to detail. You need to learn about diets, stretching, training and you need to know your equipment, bikes, shoes, and suit. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 08:50:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Triumph-in-Triathlons-Learning-the-Techniques,-Training-and-Tempo-to-Win&id=1571738 http://ezinearticles.com/?Triumph-in-Triathlons-Learning-the-Techniques,-Training-and-Tempo-to-Win&id=1571738 The Football CashBuilder by John Dixon is not just another scam which comes up with the promise to earn you millions of pounds within one or two days. This is an authentic venture that has yielded good profit for the founder since three years now. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:00:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Football-CashBuilder&id=1545848 http://ezinearticles.com/?Football-CashBuilder&id=1545848 Every once in a while an anomaly appears in sports, a one of a kind. Soccer had Pele, Golf has Tiger Woods, Bicycling has Lance Armstrong, Hockey has Wayne Gretsky, Swimming has Michael Phelps and Basket Ball has Michael Jordan. These men are not merely athletes they are legends and deservedly so. Their stories show us that super stars of humanity are not just born, they are made and they work to get there. Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:27:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Sports-Story-That-Slam-Dunks&id=1530587 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Sports-Story-That-Slam-Dunks&id=1530587 The study of martial arts empowers individuals with the capacity to harm or even kill others, Chu states because of this power of life and death, the martial artist has the responsibility to behave with greater calm and judgement than the average person. This book is about personal development; it is about becoming a whole person through martial art study that includes the philosophical practice of warriorship. For those who are following the spherical path of the martial way, this text is enlightening and thought provoking. Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:05:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Martial-Way-and-Its-Virtues-Tao-De-Gung-A-Review&id=1500214 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Martial-Way-and-Its-Virtues-Tao-De-Gung-A-Review&id=1500214 Rick Dockery was an NFL quarterback, or so it said in newspapers that dared mention his name! Rick had attempted passes while under contract, usually a short contract, for several NFL teams until he was finally relegated to third-string and the last possible quarterback any team wanted to use. He loved the game but his fame was from his interceptions, not the completions, which hurt many teams. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:48:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Playing-For-Pizza-Written-by-John-Grisham&id=1485630 http://ezinearticles.com/?Playing-For-Pizza-Written-by-John-Grisham&id=1485630 In Richard Ford's novel "The Sportswriter," the main protagonist goes through a transformation over an Easter weekend about himself and his profession. The dilemma, which exists between Ford's character Frank Bascombe and his career, is coming to terms with the trivial aspects of being a sportswriter. The idea of being a writer has a lot of silly connotations tagged to the trade. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:11:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Professional-Pretenders&id=1470909 http://ezinearticles.com/?Professional-Pretenders&id=1470909 This is an excellent study guide for learning the hook kick. It sands alone for the hook kick, but more importantly is part of a series that has to be the most detailed examination of kicking ever in print. This series is a fantastic resource for all martial artists. Even if your kicking style is a bit different from that of Kovacich's, you will still find instruction that will help you improve and assist in your teaching if you instruct. Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:37:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Hook-Kick-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series-Volume-7&id=1480170 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Hook-Kick-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series-Volume-7&id=1480170 These tricep exercises need to improve your tricep. Press on the bench purpose - to improve your tricep. It is one of the favorite tricep exercises today. It is far better for most people than any other tricep exercises. Lie on the bench and put your slopes tightly on te floor to provide good stabilization of your Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:04:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Tricep-Exercises&id=1464079 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Tricep-Exercises&id=1464079 How many martial art books have you read where they show a handful of pictures and a paragraph or two of text to describe the front kick? It seems that most books only contain such descriptions. In "Front Kick," Kovacich devotes pages 37 through 65 to the basic execution of the back leg front kick. This includes 18 full page photographs illustrating the kick and one page of review photographs as the end of the chapter. The text includes description of fighting stance, raising the knee, coil, midway to impact, impact, recoil, lowering the knee, and returning to fighting position. Also interspersed among the written text are diagrams of foot placement to ensure you step and pivot correctly. I have never seen as much written on the front kick. Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:51:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Front-Kick-Vol-6-of-the-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series&id=1456799 http://ezinearticles.com/?Front-Kick-Vol-6-of-the-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence-Series&id=1456799 Football books for women seem to fall into a unique category in our culture. Recently, although beyond the blush of youth, we went back to college to get our degrees. In a huge library full of books, there were, indeed, books about women's issues. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:13:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Football-Books-For-Women-A-Bad-News-Good-News-Kind-of-Thing&id=1437444 http://ezinearticles.com/?Football-Books-For-Women-A-Bad-News-Good-News-Kind-of-Thing&id=1437444 This book is the most detailed written description you will find on executing the crescent kick, and should be included in any martial artist's book collection who incorporates kicking into his or her training. This is not a book you just sit down and read cover to cover for enjoyment. It is a resource text to be studied and referred to at various times during your training or teaching. Yes teaching! I think instructors will learn tips on how to teach the crescent kick by reading this manual. Tue, 26 Aug 2008 08:30:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Crescent-Kick&id=1432008 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Crescent-Kick&id=1432008 I put some of Marc's practical advice about fights into practice in the bars and other places I was frequenting. It helped me then, and it could help you now if you find yourself in violent situations. I have learned a lot from Marc both in person and from his books. This was the book that started it all, and it is still an excellent book on self-defense. Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:34:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cheap-Shots,-Ambushes-and-Other-Lessons-Book-Review&id=1391210 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cheap-Shots,-Ambushes-and-Other-Lessons-Book-Review&id=1391210 The book is full of pictures of simple applications of ripping, poking, pinching, twisting and pressing. These techniques may not be the first that come to mind when people think of fighting. Punching, kicking, and grappling probably top most people's lists. Well, after reading this book, you won't think a pinch is just a pinch any longer. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 13:24:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Brutal-Art-of-Ripping,-Poking-and-Pressing-Vital-Targets-Book-Review&id=1388184 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Brutal-Art-of-Ripping,-Poking-and-Pressing-Vital-Targets-Book-Review&id=1388184 The "Jeet Kune Do Experience: Understanding Bruce Lee's Ultimate Martial Art" by Jerry Beasley (Paladin Press) incorporates material from Beasley's "In Search of the Ultimate Martial Art" and "The Way of No Way." It addresses the subject of training in the system of jeet kune do (JKD). The book is not about Bruce Lee, but rather the art that he created. Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:25:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Jeet-Kune-Do-Experience&id=1369905 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Jeet-Kune-Do-Experience&id=1369905 Most Manchester City supporters regard Colin Bell as their club's best ever player. He graced the midfield during their greatest years as they won all domestic and European honours, and represented England 48 times before a serious knee injury ended his career prematurely when he was just 29. Now, in this revealing autobiography, 'King Colin' has opened up. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:28:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-5-Selling-Manchester-City-Football-Club-Books-Reviewed&id=1328158 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-5-Selling-Manchester-City-Football-Club-Books-Reviewed&id=1328158 David Beckham is both a brilliant footballer and a global icon. The slightest story about his life generates huge media coverage, but those truly close to him have never given their side of his incredible journey - until now. Ted Beckham's story is the ultimate dream of every father who has kicked a football with his son. A lifelong Manchester United supporter, Ted has seen his son David captain both his beloved Reds and England, as well as becoming an inspiration for a generation along the way. Sat, 19 Jul 2008 22:24:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-5-David-Beckham-Books-Reviewed&id=1327839 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-5-David-Beckham-Books-Reviewed&id=1327839 One of the most memorable scenes in the 1976 Oscar winning movie for Best Picture, "Rocky," involves Sylvester Stallone pummeling slabs of beef hung in the meat locker where his future brother-in-law Paulie worked. Rocky knew what everyone in the fight game knows, in order to hit hard, you must train to hit hard, and the best tool for this training is the heavy bag. This book and companion DVD set will enable anyone to improve his or her power, speed, and overall fighting and martial art skills. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:06:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Fighters-Guide-to-Hard-Core-Heavy-Bag-Training&id=1327097 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Fighters-Guide-to-Hard-Core-Heavy-Bag-Training&id=1327097 Written by a recent qualifier for the European PGA Tour, this ebook reveals the secrets he learned on the way to the putting improvement that allowed him to qualify. A little pricey, but a very well done book with a lot of helpful advice and pictures. He also offers the most unique bonuses you will ever hope to find. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:40:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Putting-to-Win-Ebook-A-Review&id=1322674 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Putting-to-Win-Ebook-A-Review&id=1322674 This official history charts Arsenal's story from its inception in 1886 right up to the first full season at the impressive Emirates Stadium. It details how Dial Square became Woolwich Arsenal, the move to Highbury, Herbert Chapman's inspirational leadership, the famous Double of 1971, the exciting title race of 1989, the second Double of 1998, the unbeaten season of 2003/04 and the move to their current home. Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:17:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Top-5-Arsenal-Football-Club-Books&id=1315464 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Top-5-Arsenal-Football-Club-Books&id=1315464 Bass fishing can be a challenge, but very relaxing and rewarding! This book gives you skills that you need to have in order to be a successful bass fisherman! Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:26:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?All-Things-Bass-Fishing&id=1297313 http://ezinearticles.com/?All-Things-Bass-Fishing&id=1297313 There are many martial art books that have chapters on kicking. Often, you will get a page or two of pictures and descriptions regarding the basic kicks. How many books have you seen that focus exclusively on one kick? That's right, an entire book focusing on one kick. Back Kick, the first book in the Achieving Kicking Excellence series, by Shawn Kovacich does much more than briefly describe the back kick with a couple accompanying photographs. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:36:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Back-Kick-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence,-Vol-1&id=1288022 http://ezinearticles.com/?Back-Kick-Achieving-Kicking-Excellence,-Vol-1&id=1288022 I am starting to see a lot of buzz on the internet about Target Putting. This review should answer your questions about it. Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:50:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Target-Putting-Ebook-A-Review&id=1279809 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Target-Putting-Ebook-A-Review&id=1279809 Does dropping your handicap by AT LEAST 7 strokes in a week sound impossible? This downloadable e-book, The Simple Golf Swing by David Nevogt, guarantees to do so. I thought this might me a load of crap at first, but I was pleasantly surprised. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:37:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Perfect-Golf-Swing-the-Simple-Golf-Swing-Review&id=1247409 http://ezinearticles.com/?Perfect-Golf-Swing-the-Simple-Golf-Swing-Review&id=1247409 Have you been looking for great golf tips or a inexpensive golf school? Well look no more I found a great online golf school which guarantees improvement in your game or you get your money back. It focuses on your weaknesses whether its your long, short, or putting game. Wed, 04 Jun 2008 07:59:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Consistent-Golf-School-Review&id=1207288 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Consistent-Golf-School-Review&id=1207288 The e-book "Deer Hunting Secrets" has changed my whole view while hunting. Joe Pineland pinpoints all the aspects of hunting. Thu, 01 May 2008 10:34:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Deer-Hunting-Secrets-E-book-Review&id=1145666 http://ezinearticles.com/?Deer-Hunting-Secrets-E-book-Review&id=1145666 Think you know all there is to trout fishing? Read my review. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:18:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fishing-4-Secrets&id=1125741 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fishing-4-Secrets&id=1125741 If you are a sports type and like to not only watch but also participate, then you are probably in good enough shape to job or ride a bike to help keep you where you want to be health wise. Still it is wise to read up on the subjects if you are to remain injury free and at the top of your game. In my personal library, I have many such books on running and cycling for this very reason. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:13:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Sports-of-Running-and-Cycling&id=1105601 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Sports-of-Running-and-Cycling&id=1105601 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.