Author: Barbara M. Linde
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 9781404209725
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
An introduction to Olympic wrestling features a history of the Olympic games and profiles of ancient and modern champions.
Olympic Wrestling
Author: Barbara M. Linde
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 9781404209725
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
An introduction to Olympic wrestling features a history of the Olympic games and profiles of ancient and modern champions.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 9781404209725
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
An introduction to Olympic wrestling features a history of the Olympic games and profiles of ancient and modern champions.
A Wrestling Life 2
Author: Dan Gable
Publisher: University of Iowa Press
ISBN: 1609384849
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
When most people think of Dan Gable, they think of an almost mythic intensity toward wrestling. A Wrestling Life 2 explains what have come to be known as the Gable Trained principles that Gable follows to keep his life full of "wins," revelations about how to cultivate success at the highest levels, and the reasons behind these steps for living well. Gable brings together his thoughts about his words, actions, failures, and achievements, while telling countless engaging stories. Readers will learn about the start of his wrestling career in Waterloo, how he went from being an Iowa State wrestler to a University of Iowa coach, and about his international and Olympic wrestling and coaching.
Publisher: University of Iowa Press
ISBN: 1609384849
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
When most people think of Dan Gable, they think of an almost mythic intensity toward wrestling. A Wrestling Life 2 explains what have come to be known as the Gable Trained principles that Gable follows to keep his life full of "wins," revelations about how to cultivate success at the highest levels, and the reasons behind these steps for living well. Gable brings together his thoughts about his words, actions, failures, and achievements, while telling countless engaging stories. Readers will learn about the start of his wrestling career in Waterloo, how he went from being an Iowa State wrestler to a University of Iowa coach, and about his international and Olympic wrestling and coaching.
Greco-Roman Wrestling
Author: Bill Martell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780873224086
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
An authoritative introduction to the Greco-Roman style of wrestling, one of the two styles used in the Olympic Games. The rules of Greco-Roman wrestling are almost identical to Freestyle except that athletes may not attack the legs. This results in spectacular upper-body throws and characteristic body positioning which make Greco-Roman wrestling a unique sport.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780873224086
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
An authoritative introduction to the Greco-Roman style of wrestling, one of the two styles used in the Olympic Games. The rules of Greco-Roman wrestling are almost identical to Freestyle except that athletes may not attack the legs. This results in spectacular upper-body throws and characteristic body positioning which make Greco-Roman wrestling a unique sport.
Wrestling For Dummies
Author: Henry Cejudo
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118117972
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
The fast and easy way to pin down the sport of wrestling Wrestling is a fast-paced sport with many technicalities, rules, and ways to score points—making it difficult for spectators to follow the score and understand whistles and restarts. In Wrestling For Dummies, author and 2008 Olympic Gold medalist Henry Cejudo explains the scoring system and unique rules of wrestling to new competitors, confused parents, and fans of this ancient and captivating sport. Wrestling For Dummies also explains the rich history of the sport and covers the six styles of competitive wrestling and their distinction from the modern entertainment-based "pro wrestling." Covers Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling Plain-English explanations of wrestling rules Details the history of wrestling Whether you're just getting started as a wrestler or enjoy it as a spectator sport, Wresting For Dummies makes this sport accessible and easy to understand.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118117972
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 389
Book Description
The fast and easy way to pin down the sport of wrestling Wrestling is a fast-paced sport with many technicalities, rules, and ways to score points—making it difficult for spectators to follow the score and understand whistles and restarts. In Wrestling For Dummies, author and 2008 Olympic Gold medalist Henry Cejudo explains the scoring system and unique rules of wrestling to new competitors, confused parents, and fans of this ancient and captivating sport. Wrestling For Dummies also explains the rich history of the sport and covers the six styles of competitive wrestling and their distinction from the modern entertainment-based "pro wrestling." Covers Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling Plain-English explanations of wrestling rules Details the history of wrestling Whether you're just getting started as a wrestler or enjoy it as a spectator sport, Wresting For Dummies makes this sport accessible and easy to understand.
Foxcatcher
Author: Mark Schultz
Publisher: Plume
ISBN: 014751648X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"On January 26, 1996, Dave Schultz, Olympic gold medal winner and wrestling champion, was shot in the back by du Pont heir John E. du Pont at the family's famed Foxcatcher Farm estate in Pennsylvania. Following the murder, du Pont barricaded himself in his home for two days before he was finally captured. How did the so-called best friend of amateur wrestling come to commit such a horrifying, senseless murder? For the first time ever, Dave's brother, Mark--another Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler under du Pont's patronage--tells the full story. Fascinating, powerful, and deeply personal, Foxcatcher is a riveting account as told by the only person close enough to know the mind of the murderer." -- Page [4] cover.
Publisher: Plume
ISBN: 014751648X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"On January 26, 1996, Dave Schultz, Olympic gold medal winner and wrestling champion, was shot in the back by du Pont heir John E. du Pont at the family's famed Foxcatcher Farm estate in Pennsylvania. Following the murder, du Pont barricaded himself in his home for two days before he was finally captured. How did the so-called best friend of amateur wrestling come to commit such a horrifying, senseless murder? For the first time ever, Dave's brother, Mark--another Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler under du Pont's patronage--tells the full story. Fascinating, powerful, and deeply personal, Foxcatcher is a riveting account as told by the only person close enough to know the mind of the murderer." -- Page [4] cover.
Wrestle and Win
Author: Steve Kimpel
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781938585227
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Every wrestler has a daily mat practice, but great wrestlers know that it's what you do outside of practice that gives you the edge. This book is a comprehensive guide to the in-season and off-season training habits necessary to succeed at the state or national level. First, find out exactly what kind of strength training and conditioning you should be doing, including how to get the most out of your time in the weight room and what type of workouts to do during the off-season. Then get the facts on eating right, making weight and evaluating supplements. Finally, learn how to successfully make the transition from high school to college wrestling, including an inside view of the recruiting process and a step-by-step plan for getting recognised by college coaches.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781938585227
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Every wrestler has a daily mat practice, but great wrestlers know that it's what you do outside of practice that gives you the edge. This book is a comprehensive guide to the in-season and off-season training habits necessary to succeed at the state or national level. First, find out exactly what kind of strength training and conditioning you should be doing, including how to get the most out of your time in the weight room and what type of workouts to do during the off-season. Then get the facts on eating right, making weight and evaluating supplements. Finally, learn how to successfully make the transition from high school to college wrestling, including an inside view of the recruiting process and a step-by-step plan for getting recognised by college coaches.
Wrestlers at the Trials
Author: James V. Moffatt
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780979905100
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780979905100
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Wrestling Tough, 2E
Author: Chapman, Mike
Publisher: Human Kinetics
ISBN: 1492567914
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Wrestling Tough, Second Edition, will inspire and guide you to achieve the mind-set of a champion. Whether you need to identify the flaws of an opponent, get optimally psyched for a big match, or overcome the adversity inherent in participating in the sport, Wrestling Tough will prepare you to excel and win.
Publisher: Human Kinetics
ISBN: 1492567914
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Wrestling Tough, Second Edition, will inspire and guide you to achieve the mind-set of a champion. Whether you need to identify the flaws of an opponent, get optimally psyched for a big match, or overcome the adversity inherent in participating in the sport, Wrestling Tough will prepare you to excel and win.
The Final Report of the President's Commission on Olympic Sports, January 1977, Washington, D.C.
Author: United States. President's Commission on Olympic Sports
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Athletics
Languages : en
Pages : 676
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Athletics
Languages : en
Pages : 676
Book Description
Oregon Blue Book
Author: Oregon. Office of the Secretary of State
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Oregon
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Oregon
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description