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Winged Messenger - Running Your First Comrades Marathon (Paperback): Bruce Fordyce Winged Messenger - Running Your First Comrades Marathon (Paperback)
Bruce Fordyce 1
R220 R203 Discovery Miles 2 030 Save R17 (8%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

The year is 1976, and South Africa is gripped by a terrible lockdown – apartheid. Nelson Mandela is in prison on Robben Island; South Africa is isolated from the rest of the world, and revolution is in the air.

Against this background, a young student at Johannesburg’s Wits University decides to try and take control of his life, and his destiny, and give himself a sense of purpose. He challenges himself to run South Africa’s most famous long-distance race, the grueling 90-kilometre Comrades Marathon. Little does he know that five years later he will win this most iconic of races and he will go on to be considered one of the greatest Comrades runners in the history of the race.

In Winged Messenger, Bruce shares this 1976/77 training diary so that raw novices and experienced runners alike can follow the journey he took to his first Comrades. Novices particularly will enjoy reading about how he took his first stumbling, rudimentary steps and how, as an ordinary runner, he began to understand the demands of the race. He documents his mistakes, his successes and his progress towards his date with destiny in May 1977. Using his own experiences, he guides others, but particularly novices, on their quests to become winged messengers.

This is a unique blend of both a training guide and a fascinating glimpse of the life of a young man in his quest to conquer both himself and South Africa’s greatest race.

Yoga For Sports Performance - A Guide For Yoga Therapists, Yoga Teachers And Bodyworkers (Paperback): Jim Harrington Yoga For Sports Performance - A Guide For Yoga Therapists, Yoga Teachers And Bodyworkers (Paperback)
Jim Harrington
R1,106 R1,023 Discovery Miles 10 230 Save R83 (8%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Many sports people are interested in trying yoga techniques in the hope of improved flexibility, strength, breathing and concentration, but many can be prevented from optimal results due to a lack of understanding on the part of yoga teachers of the specific physical requirements of their sport. This is a manual for professionals who work with athletes of all disciplines and shows them how to adapt yoga practice for swimmers, cyclists, runners, tennis players and more.

This bridge between evidence-based modern sports medicine and the ancient practices of yoga, provides solid training guidance as well as offers psychological wisdom to help control and refine the actions of the mind.

Essential reading for yoga therapists and teachers, athletic coaches and bodywork professionals who work with athletes.

Ordinary Joe (Paperback): Joe Schmidt Ordinary Joe (Paperback)
Joe Schmidt 1
R336 R306 Discovery Miles 3 060 Save R30 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

In the autumn of 2010, a little-known New Zealander called Joe Schmidt took over as head coach at Leinster. He had never been in charge of a professional team.

After Leinster lost three of their first four games, a prominent Irish rugby pundit speculated that Schmidt had 'lost the dressing room'. Nine years on, Joe Schmidt has stepped down as Ireland coach having achieved success on a scale never before seen in Irish rugby. Two Heineken Cups in three seasons with Leinster. Three Six Nations championships in six seasons with Ireland, including the Grand Slam in 2018. And a host of firsts: the first Irish victory in South Africa; the first Irish defeat of the All Blacks, and then a second; and Ireland's first number 1 world ranking. Along the way, Schmidt became a byword for precision and focus in coaching, remarkable attention to detail and the highest of standards. But who is Joe Schmidt?

In Ordinary Joe, Schmidt tells the story of his life and influences: the experiences and management ideas that made him the coach, and the man, that he is today. And his diaries of the 2018 Grand Slam and the 2019 Rugby World Cup provide a brilliantly intimate insight into the stresses and joys of coaching a national team in victory and defeat. From the small towns in New Zealand's North Island where he played barefoot rugby and jostled around the dinner table with seven siblings, to the training grounds and video rooms where he consistently kept his teams a step ahead of the opposition, Ordinary Joe reveals an ordinary man who has helped his teams to achieve extraordinary things.

The Art Business (Hardcover): Iain Robertson The Art Business (Hardcover)
Iain Robertson
R5,833 Discovery Miles 58 330 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

By the time you read this book, the art world may have witnessed the sale of its first $500 million painting. Whilst for some people money is anathema to art this is clearly a wealthy international industry, and a market with its own conventions and pressures. Drawing on the vast experience of Sotheby's Institute of Art, The Art Business exposes the realities of the commercial trade in fine art and antiques. Attention is devoted to the role of auction houses, commercial galleries and art museums as key institutions, with the text divided into four thematic sections covering: technical and structural elements of the art market cultural policy and management in art business regulatory legal and ethical issues in the art world the views, through interviews, of leading art market experts. This book provides a thorough examination of contemporary issues in the art business, and the mechanisms and influences which underpin its evolution. It is essential reading for students of art history or international business, or anyone with an interest in pursuing a career in this area.

BTEC Tech Award 2022 Sport Student Book (Paperback, 2nd edition): BTEC Tech Award 2022 Sport Student Book (Paperback, 2nd edition)
R859 Discovery Miles 8 590 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Muggsy - My Life from a Kid in the Projects to the Godfather of Small Ball (Hardcover): Muggsy Bogues, Jake Uitti Muggsy - My Life from a Kid in the Projects to the Godfather of Small Ball (Hardcover)
Muggsy Bogues, Jake Uitti; Foreword by Alonzo Mourning, Stephen Curry
R719 R646 Discovery Miles 6 460 Save R73 (10%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Advanced Concepts of Strength & Conditioning (Hardcover, Original ed.): Philipp H Halfmann Advanced Concepts of Strength & Conditioning (Hardcover, Original ed.)
Philipp H Halfmann
R2,825 Discovery Miles 28 250 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
My Revision Notes: OCR A Level PE: Second Edition (Paperback): Keri Moorhouse My Revision Notes: OCR A Level PE: Second Edition (Paperback)
Keri Moorhouse
R745 Discovery Miles 7 450 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Set your students on track to achieve the best grade possible with My Revision Notes. Our clear and concise approach to revision will help students learn, practise and apply their skills and understanding. Coverage of key content is combined with practical study tips and effective revision strategies to create a guide that can be relied on to build both knowledge and confidence. My Revision Notes for OCR A Level PE will help students: - Consolidate knowledge with clear, concise and relevant content coverage, based on what examiners are looking for - Extend understanding with our regular 'Now test yourself,' tasks and answers - Improve technique through our increased exam support, including exam-style practice questions, expert tips and examples of typical mistakes to avoid - Identify key connections between topics and subjects with our 'Making links' focus and further ideas for follow-up and revision activities - Plan and manage a successful revision programme with our topic-by-topic planner, new skills checklist and exam breakdown features, user-friendly definitions, glossary and online questions and answers

Racing Rules Companion 2017-2020 - The Essential Compact Guide for All Racing Sailors Who Want to Win (Spiral bound, 5th... Racing Rules Companion 2017-2020 - The Essential Compact Guide for All Racing Sailors Who Want to Win (Spiral bound, 5th Revised edition)
Bryan Willis
R263 R238 Discovery Miles 2 380 Save R25 (10%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The invaluable on-the-water reference guide to the essentials of the racing rules, updated for the latest 2017-2020 Racing Rules of Sailing. Every racing sailor should have a copy! The book summarises the basic principles, definitions and rules and then covers every aspect of the race. This edition includes a new section on starts as well as mark rounding, obstructions, signals, and dispute resolution. Colour diagrams throughout ensure the concepts are easily understood. Splash-proof and spiral bound, this little companion stands up to frequent use and serves as a great aide-memoire that will fit into your pocket or kit bag. Written by the acknowledged rules expert, Bryan Willis.

AQA GCSE (9-1) PE Second Edition (Paperback): Ross Howitt, Mike Murray AQA GCSE (9-1) PE Second Edition (Paperback)
Ross Howitt, Mike Murray
R1,066 Discovery Miles 10 660 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Written by leading PE specialists, students will be guided through the AQA GCSE (9-1) PE specification topic by topic and have opportunity to improve their understanding, analysis, evaluation and application skills through exam-style questions and detailed insight to the NEA. Approved by AQA, this Student Book: - develops understanding with thorough coverage of topics and contains summaries, diagrams and key questions to direct thinking and aid revision - provides clear definitions of key terms, technical vocabulary and concepts, including those that students have struggled the most - builds sound knowledge and analysis, evaluation and application skills through detailed support and exam-style questions - stretches, challenges and encourages independent thinking and a deeper understanding through activities, stimulus material and suggestions for further reading.

The 90-Day Weight Training Plan - An Effective Workout and Nutrition Program to Build Muscle and Maximize Energy (Paperback):... The 90-Day Weight Training Plan - An Effective Workout and Nutrition Program to Build Muscle and Maximize Energy (Paperback)
Julie Germaine Coram
R447 Discovery Miles 4 470 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Developing the Intelligent Young Footballer (Paperback): Mike Mair Developing the Intelligent Young Footballer (Paperback)
Mike Mair
R434 Discovery Miles 4 340 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

It is an absolute privilege and pleasure to have the opportunity to grow and develop, influence and inspire the intelligent young footballer and it is a tremendously exciting and rewarding process. In reality it can be very challenging and frustrating at times but throughout my journey I have learned many life lessons that I want to share to help you influence and inspire others to grow and develop. Football, the beautiful game has been so good to me, filled with some outstanding memories and experiences...it is my time to give something back. When talking to a fellow and respected grassroots coach about my intent to write this book and share my story, he said "I wish there had been something like that around when I started." That was all the inspiration that I needed. Give yourself the permission to pause to read my story. I hope that it inspires and influences you. Ultimately, enjoy the experience and the privilege of developing the intelligent young footballer.

Coaching Football With The Adolescent Brain In Mind (Paperback): Perry Walters, Ben Gast Coaching Football With The Adolescent Brain In Mind (Paperback)
Perry Walters, Ben Gast; Illustrated by Coco Walters
R1,077 Discovery Miles 10 770 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Million Dollar Arm - Sometimes to Win, You Have to Change the Game (Paperback): J.B. Bernstein Million Dollar Arm - Sometimes to Win, You Have to Change the Game (Paperback)
J.B. Bernstein
R417 R389 Discovery Miles 3 890 Save R28 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A TRUE STORY OF FINDING THE AMERICAN DREAM . . . ABROAD
India is a country with more than one billion people, a fanatical national cricket obsession, and exactly zero talent scouts. There, superstar sports agent J. B. Bernstein knew that he could find the Yao Ming of baseball-- someone with a strong arm and enough raw talent to pitch in the major leagues. Almost no one in India is familiar with the game, but Bernstein had heard enough coaches swear that if you gave them a guy who throws a hundred miles an hour, they could teach him how to pitch. So in 2007, Bernstein flew to Mumbai with a radar gun and a plan to find his diamond in the rough. His idea was "The Million Dollar Arm," a reality television competition with a huge cash prize and a chance to become the first native of India to sign a contract with an American major-league team.
The result is a humorous and inspiring story about three guys transformed: Bernstein, the consummate bachelor and shrewd businessman, and Dinesh and Rinku, the two young men from small farming villages whom he brought home to California. "Million Dollar Arm" is a timeless reflection on baseball and the American dream, as well as a tale of victory over incredible odds. But, above all, it's about the limitless possibilities inside every one of us.

Football's Principles of Play (Paperback): Peter Prickett Football's Principles of Play (Paperback)
Peter Prickett
R458 Discovery Miles 4 580 Ships in 9 - 17 working days
Yoga Anatomy (Paperback, Third Edition): Leslie Kaminoff, Amy Matthews Yoga Anatomy (Paperback, Third Edition)
Leslie Kaminoff, Amy Matthews
R774 R615 Discovery Miles 6 150 Save R159 (21%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This spiral-bound version of Yoga Anatomy, Third Edition, lays flat to make it easy for instructors and practitioners to reference during their yoga class or in-home practice. With more than a million copies sold, Yoga Anatomy has become an invaluable resource for yoga practitioners, enthusiasts, and instructors around the world. Expanded and updated, the third edition of Yoga Anatomy will provide you with an even deeper understanding of yoga and of the structures and principles underlying each movement. Building on the success of its predecessors, this revamped edition features new content to further augment your yoga practice: A new chapter offering history and context for the idea that anatomy is a story Updated chapters on the skeletal and muscular systems A new chapter on the nervous system that outlines its key functions and roles in the body Significantly expanded breathing and spine chapters to address disc anatomy and damage as well as back pain Newly added Cueing Callouts to provide tips and advice on teaching or performing a pose New stick figure icons to simply depict the alignment of each pose for quick reference A Breathing Inquiry section with each asana to illuminate the connection between breathing and a movement practice This beautifully illustrated resource sorts yoga poses into six sections-standing, sitting, kneeling, supine, prone, and arm supports-and provides an inside look into each pose to offer a better understanding of the interactions of the muscles, joints, and nervous system that we use to create movement and breathing. Authors Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews, both internationally respected specialists in yoga and breath anatomy, offer a solid grounding in the principles of physical practice common to many systems of yoga. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have been practicing for years, Yoga Anatomy will be an invaluable resource-one that allows you to see each movement in an entirely new light.

Strength Training for Speed - Scientific Principles and Practical Application (Paperback, 2nd New edition): James Wild Strength Training for Speed - Scientific Principles and Practical Application (Paperback, 2nd New edition)
James Wild
R877 R716 Discovery Miles 7 160 Save R161 (18%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

In the sporting world, everyone wants to be faster. This book demonstrates how to structure an evidence-based, progressive strength training program that will accelerate you toward your speed goals with maximum power and efficiency. Speed is integral to the successful performance of individuals and teams in most sports: knowledge of the ways in which high-performance athletes train to develop this quality is key. Strength Training for Speed is a one-stop resource for coaches and athletes looking to enhance sprinting performance through effective strength training methods. The latest scientific research is used to underpin training solutions presented within this book, including strength programs followed by international level athletes. The scope of applicable content will be of particular interest to coaches, athletes, and students. Boasting a comprehensive video library and a series of example periodised plans, readers will learn how to devise effective strength training programs for any athlete-from the recreational to elite performer. Learn all about: * How to elicit key physiological adaptations necessary for improving strength, power and ultimately speed * The biomechanics of sprinting during the acceleration and maximum velocity phases * The associations of strength qualities with performance during different sprint phases * How to design individual strength training sessions * The periodisation of strength training for speed development

Quotes from the Summitt (Hardcover): Pat Summitt Quotes from the Summitt (Hardcover)
Pat Summitt
R475 R410 Discovery Miles 4 100 Save R65 (14%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Concussion Awareness - A Resource Guide for Coaches, Trainers & Athletes, Plus Teachers, Parents & Fans (Paperback): Mike Shaw Concussion Awareness - A Resource Guide for Coaches, Trainers & Athletes, Plus Teachers, Parents & Fans (Paperback)
Mike Shaw
R303 R245 Discovery Miles 2 450 Save R58 (19%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Mental Toughness for Young Athletes - The Blueprint on How to Push Past Failure, Remain Competitive, and Bring Your A-Game on... Mental Toughness for Young Athletes - The Blueprint on How to Push Past Failure, Remain Competitive, and Bring Your A-Game on the Field (Hardcover)
Paul Hardy
R853 R736 Discovery Miles 7 360 Save R117 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
BTEC First in Sport Student Book (Paperback): Mark Adams, Rob Armstrong, Adam Gledhill, Julie Hancock, Bob Harris, Pam... BTEC First in Sport Student Book (Paperback)
Mark Adams, Rob Armstrong, Adam Gledhill, Julie Hancock, Bob Harris, … 1
R1,118 Discovery Miles 11 180 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Resources designed to support learners of the new next generation BTEC First in Sport specification*. Covers all the mandatory units and a wide selection of optional units. Each unit is presented in topics to ensure the content is accessible and engaging for learners. Covers of all the underpinning knowledge and understanding needed at level 2 to ensure that learners are fully prepared for the course. Activities in each unit provide support and clear direction for learners and can be used in the classroom or for independent work. New Assessment Zone guides learners through both internal and external assessment. * From 2012, Pearson's BTEC First qualifications have been under re-development, so schools and colleges could be teaching the existing 2010 specification or the new next generation 2012-2013 specification. There are different Student Books to support each specification. If learners are unsure, they should check with their teacher or tutor.

Full Out - Lessons in Life and Leadership from America's Favorite Coach (Paperback): Monica Aldama Full Out - Lessons in Life and Leadership from America's Favorite Coach (Paperback)
Monica Aldama
R434 R402 Discovery Miles 4 020 Save R32 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Numbers Behind Success in Soccer - Discover how Some Modern Professional Soccer Teams and Players Use Analytics to Dominate... The Numbers Behind Success in Soccer - Discover how Some Modern Professional Soccer Teams and Players Use Analytics to Dominate the Competition (Hardcover)
Chest Dugger
R905 Discovery Miles 9 050 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Training for Triumph - An Illustrated History of RAF Aircrew Training in the UK During World War Two (Paperback): Tom Docherty Training for Triumph - An Illustrated History of RAF Aircrew Training in the UK During World War Two (Paperback)
Tom Docherty
R666 Discovery Miles 6 660 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Built 4 Winning - Crossing the Thin Line Between Good & Great in Sports, Business & Life (Paperback): Jeff Friday Built 4 Winning - Crossing the Thin Line Between Good & Great in Sports, Business & Life (Paperback)
Jeff Friday
R482 Discovery Miles 4 820 Out of stock
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