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Leisel Jones is rightly regarded as one of the greatest breaststrokers ever. At just fifteen, she won two silver medals at the Sydney Olympic Games in 2000; she went on to win gold at Athens and Beijing, and at London 2012 became the first Australian swimmer to compete at four Olympics. For the first time, Leisel candidly describes what it's like to be thrust into the limelight so young. She reveals the constant pressure she was under - from coaches, from the media and from herself - to be perfect. Despite the highs of her swimming stardom, she suffered depression, and at one time planned to take her own life. In London, criticised in the media for her weight, and appalled by the bulling and dysfunction in the Australian swim team, Leisel nevertheless handled herself with great composure. She has emerged with maturity and good humour, having finally learnt how to be herself and live with confidence. Body Lengths is the inspiring story of an Australian sporting hero, told with humour, optimism and style.
For more than a decade, top coaches have turned to one resource time and time again. Collecting the wisdom, insights, and advice from the sport's legendary instructors, " The Swim Coaching Bible" immediately established its place in the libraries of swim coaches around the globe. Coaches, it's time to make room alongside that classic for a new resource "The Swim Coaching Bible, Volume II," picks up where the original left off, providing more instruction, guidance, and expertise on every aspect of the sport. Inside, you'll learn the secrets, strategies, and philosophies of 27 of today's most successful coaches, including these legendary leaders: - Jack Bauerle - George Block - Mike Bottom - Bob Bowman - Sid Cassidy - John Urbancheck - Bill Rose - Vern Gambetta - David Durden - Brett Hawke - Gregg Troy - John Leonard - Dick Shoulberg - David Marsh - Teri McKeever - Bill Sweetenham From developing swimmers to building a winning program, teaching the nuances and refining stroke techniques to applying the latest research to training and conditioning programs, it's all here. Endorsed by the World Swimming Coaches Association, this new collection is another landmark work in competitive swimming. If you coach the sport or want a competitive edge, "The Swim Coaching Bible, Volume II," is a must-own.
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