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A leading psychologist explores the phenomenon of athletes across the sports world who engage in high-risk behavior that often destroys lives, bodies, and reputations.

From sex and drugs to violence, gambling, and wholesale conspiracies, scandals are everywhere in sports.

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Women have made significant strides in the US sports world over the past 30 years, one of which has been moving into the ranks of coaching on both the collegiate and professional levels. This work lists 42 women coaches in the sports world, many of whom had to overcome major obstacles to succeed.

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Title IX is a legislation prohibiting sex discrimination in schools, whether in academics or athletics. From the passing of Title IX in 1972 to the debates surrounding compliance, this encyclopedia explores the individuals, events, key concepts, controversies, and legal cases revolving around Title IX and its application in collegiate athletics.

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The Gridiron Mastery Workbook. Through this workbook, you will have the opportunity to gain a mental edge over your opponents and prepare yourself to become a sponge for football knowledge. As you go through the workbook, you will
learn how to increase your athletic potential by enhancing your understanding and I.Q. around football.

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One of America's leading fitness experts presents a practical, well-rounded weight training program that will help women achieve the body they want in just one hour per week. Whether readers train at home or in a gym, this book covers everything they need to boost metabolism, strengthen bones, and avoid workout plateaus.

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Atheletes and "extreme sports" fans will enjoy this exciting inside look at highrisk athletics, which uses firsthand accounts to reveal the secrets of surviving and competing in this grueling venue. Original.

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Explore the complex relationship between sports and mental health and discover the influence of biological and social factors on athletes' psychological wellbeing.

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The first book to gather firsthand accounts of successful practices, and thinking habits, of sports legends and super-athletesfrom across sports including football, baseball, basketball, boxing, golf, car-racing, and swimmingthis work holds lessons that can power not only athletic success, but winning in any daily challenges of life or work.

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"Run to the Roar" is the story of a coach who succeeds in recruiting young men from around the world, getting them to work as a team, managing personalities, calming egos, and encouraging daily effort and focus under pressure.

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Subtitle on cover: A Hall of Fame hitter & a Hall of Fame pitcher talk about how the game is played.

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Social Psychology in Sport and Exercise applies theory to real-life sport and exercise contexts. Examining key research from social psychology, this unique book helps you to understand the behaviour of athletes and exercisers. With a wealth of examples and case studies, the authors show you how to devise practical solutions to real problems.

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"There is no other extensive annotated bibliography available on this subject. It will be a handy source wherever general and individual sports topics are researched." Choice

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Discusses recent research into the nutritional requirements of active women, and translates it into practical advice. Topics covered include bone health, body image, dieting, eating disorders and pregnancy. It is intended for fitness instructors, coaches, managers and teachers of female athletes.

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Tom Harley considers himself a lucky man, having captained the Geelong Football Club to two premierships in three years. On his way, Tom discovered what qualities he values most, and how to bring out the best in others. Using his own experiences, Tom shares his thoughts on what makes both great leaders and followers.