Download or read book Science At Work in Snowboarding written by Richard Hantula and published by Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2012-01-15 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how the laws of science, especially physics, are at work in the sport of snowboarding. Contains real-world examples and suggestions as to how readers can apply this information to real-world situations.
Download or read book Science At Work in Snowboarding written by Richard Hantula and published by Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2012-01-15 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A batter trying to hit a home run, a striker trying to score a goal, a quarterback trying to throw a touchdown pass-what do these people have in common? They all depend on science to help them succeed. the laws of science are at work every time hitters step to the plate or quarterbacks step back to throw. In Sports Science, readers learn how scientific principles come into play in their favorite sports.
Download or read book Friction and Gravity written by Marcus Figorito and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This cool new book will introduce readers to the thrilling career of international soccer star Freddy Adu. Exciting photographs put the reader right in the middle of the action!
Download or read book The Science of Snowboarding written by Lori Hile and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2014 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Describes the science concepts involved in snowboarding"--
Download or read book The Science of Snow Fun written by R. L. Van and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2021-08-01 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People race down snowy hills on sleds. Friends pack snow into snow people or snowballs. From skiing and snowboarding to snowmobiling, science explains how it all works. The Science of Snow Fun reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular winter activities. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Snowboarding written by Heather E. Schwartz and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2011-02-15 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author Heather E. Schwartz describes the evolution of snowboarding as a sport, the training and conditioning required, the basics of gliding and turning, intermediate and advanced jumps and tricks, and the details of competitive snowboarding.
Download or read book STEM in Snowboarding written by Donna B. McKinney and published by Focus Readers. This book was released on 2018-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the STEM concepts that are important to snowboarding, from the physics of friction and gravity to the technology of smart helmets.
Download or read book Science and Skiing VI written by Erich Müller and published by Meyer & Meyer Verlag. This book was released on 2014-12-09 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book contains the proceedings of the Sixth International Congress on Science and Skiing, which was held at St. Christoph am Arlberg, Tyrol, Austria, in December 2013. The conference was organized and hosted by the Department of Sport Science at the University of Salzburg, Austria. It was also part of the programs of the steering group “Science and Skiing” of the World Commission of Sports Science and contains a broad spectrum of current research work in Alpine and Nordic skiing and in snowboarding. In the proceedings of this congress, the keynotes as well as the oral presentations are published. The manuscripts were subject to peer review and editorial judgment prior to acceptance.
Download or read book Snowboarding Bodies in Theory and Practice written by H. Thorpe and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-12-04 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides the first in-depth analysis of the global phenomenon of snowboarding culture. Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, it offers key insights into the sport, lifestyle, industry, media, gender relations, travel, and physical experience of snowboarding, in both historical and contemporary contexts.
Download or read book The Science of a Carve Turn written by Nel Yomtov and published by Cherry Lake. This book was released on 2015-08-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book discusses the science behind various elements of downhill skiing, particularly the carve turn. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments, and advancements associated with the sport.
Download or read book Science and Skiing V written by Erich Müller and published by Meyer & Meyer Sport. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 625 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book contains the proceedings of the Fifth International Congress on Science and Skiing. The scientific program again offered a broad spectrum on current research work in Alpine Skiing, Snowboarding, Cross-Country Skiing and Ski Jumping.
Download or read book Friction and Gravity written by Marcus Figorito and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This cool new book will introduce readers to the thrilling career of international soccer star Freddy Adu. Exciting photographs put the reader right in the middle of the action!
Download or read book Science and Skiing IV written by Erich Müller and published by Meyer & Meyer Sport. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 666 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book contains the proceedings of the Fourth International Congress on Science and Skiing, which was held at St. Christoph am Arlberg, Tyrol, Austria. The conference was organized and hosted by the Department of Sport Science at the University of Salzburg, Austria, and by the Christian Doppler Laboratory "Biomechanics in Skiing", Salzburg, Austria. It was also part of the programs of the steering group "Science in Skiing" of the World Commission of Sports Science and contains a broad spectrum of current research work in alpine and nordic skiing and in snowboarding. In the proceedings of this congress, the keynotes and invited lectures as well as the oral presentations are published. The manuscripts were subject to peer review and editorial judgement prior to acceptance.
Download or read book The Science of Snow Fun written by R. L. VAN and published by Abdo Publishing. This book was released on 2021-08 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People race down snowy hills on sleds. Friends pack snow into snow into snow people or snowballs. From skiing and snowboarding to snowmobiling, science explains how it all works. The Science of Snow Fun reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular winter activities. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book No Fall Snowboarding written by Danny Martin and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-11-01 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gain Without Pain. Learning to snowboard can be easy and painless—with the right instruction. In this groundbreaking book, Danny Martin, the most sought-after snowboarding instructor today, teaches you how to snowboard in just three days—and without falling. While the American Association of Snowboard Instructors tells its members, “Your students will fall,” Danny Martin shows you that there can be gain without pain: he has single-handedly revolutionized the way the sport is taught, and in No-Fall Snowboarding he reveals his techniques. Firmly grounded in physical fitness and martial arts and designed so everyone—beginners, skiers, even seasoned snowboarders—can practice at home, No-Fall Snowboarding will teach you how to: -Learn proper snowboarding techniques long before hitting the mountain -Create balance with easy, specific body movements -Find the perfect board, gear, places to board -Get over bad habits -Avoid typical twisting motions guaranteed to cause falling Filled with dozens of stunning photographs by renowned photographer Mark Seliger, No-Fall Snowboarding is the go-to guide for people of all ages and skill levels who want to learn America's fastest growing sport.
Download or read book Carve It Snowboarding written by Jaime Winters and published by Sports Starters. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carve it Snowboarding describes how this winter sport has become as popular as skiing. Kids will love reading about the board, the basic moves, and competitions. A special section also features the top snowboarders in the sport today.
Download or read book Snowboarding written by Holly Thorpe and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2012-01-06 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive look at the snowboarding phenomenon, including its history; techniques and equipment; biographies of the sport's pioneers, athletes, and heroes; key sites and events; and future directions. While snowboarding didn't become a commercial success until the early 1980s, the roots of the modern snowboard go back to at least 1964, when Sherman Poppen invented the "Snurfer" by bolting two skis together and adding a rope for stability. Today snowboarding is one of the most prominent and appealing youth sports. Want proof? Professional snowboarder and two-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White was the highest paid athlete entering the 2010 Winter Olympics with an estimated annual salary of $10 million. The book is a highly accessible and extensive overview of snowboarding, providing an introduction to the sport and lifestyle of snowboarding; a historical timeline of the rapid growth of snowboarding; techniques and equipment used; and a discussion of key places and events, such as Alaska, Winter X Games, and the Winter Olympics.
