Sports and Recreation

A book that celebrates the proud history of Australian made Ford, Holden and Chrysler muscle car heritage. Wild legendary stories of 100 famous and infamous events and stunts that have amazed and entertained muscle car fanatics over the years. MUSCLE CAR MANIA recalls every aspect of Australian motoring, dating back to early last century, from beach sprints to the formation of Speedway hot rods, t

MINDFULNESS AND SURFING casts a fresh perspective on this popular sport, and explores how riding the waves can be the ultimate meditation. Engaging author Sam Bleakley takes us on a soulful journey across the tideline of his personal and philosophical travels. Through lunar cycles and river surfing to the Taoism of nature, he reveals an acute awareness of what the oceans can tell us about our plac

Cycling is about more than competitive racing, lycra and physical endurance - it's about joy, meditative wonder and spiritual enrichment.MINDFUL THOUGHTS FOR CYCLISTS presents a series of focused meditations on why and how cycling can be a powerful practice of mindful awareness. From the pleasure of riding down a hill, to finding the upsides of a flat, Nick Moore steers us on an enlightening journ

Rock balancing is the practice of piling up stones in natural settings, creating everything from simple towers to amazingly elaborate and apparently gravity-defying edifices.

A fascinating book on strategy and discipline which was taken up by American businessmen as a instruction manual for outwitting the competition. According to Time magazine: 'On Wall Street, when Musashi talks, people listen.'

· Details the 8 core forms of Wu-Style Tai Chi with fully illustrated instructions· Ideal for older practitioners as well as those with health disabilities due to the “small frame” primary stance, slower and smaller movements and conservation of energy· Explains how Wu Style provides a natural introduction to martial arts boxing· Reveals how Wu Style eases stiffness, relieves back pain and reduces

This is the first-ever Forest School-themed activity card deck, offering 48 games, crafts and skill-building activities to enjoy outdoors. Aimed at parents, carers, teachers and Forest School group leaders, this is a uniquely handy reference tool to tuck into a pocket and take out into the woods to inspire outdoor fun. It complements Jane Worroll & Peter Houghton's two previous books (Play the For

Cook, Eat, Run offers a no-nonsense approach to eating for runners and athletes of all levels. From filling breakfasts and high-protein snacks to post-run energy fixes and speedy suppers, it’s an essential companion for anyone looking to seize control of their fitness regime. Featuring 70+ simple recipes suitable for eating solo or for dining with friends, Cook, Eat, Run provides meals that wor

Danger! It lurks at every corner. Quicksand. Sharks. Cyberbullies. Super-Flu. From wrestling an alligator to evading drones to landing a plane if the pilot passes out, The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook is here to help with expert, illustrated, step-by-step instructions for life's sudden turns for the worst. Needed now more than ever, this revised and expanded edition—published on the inter

Take control of your own health using this guide to true, holistic healing. In Heal from Within, medical intuitive and professional counsellor Katie Beecher shares a customisable step-by-step approach to holistic health that encompasses physical, emotional and spiritual health. Each body is different and often our physical ailments are connected to emotional and spiritual traumas. Readers will

"A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action."--"Samurai Maximum," Under the guidance of such celebrated masters as Ed Parker and the immortal Bruce Lee, Joe Hyams vividly recounts his more than 25 years of experience in the martial arts. In his illuminating story, Hyams reveals to you how the daily application of Zen principles not only developed his physical experti

Bouldering goes beyond being just a pastime, it is a sense of community that teaches you to challenge your physical and mental boundaries.

The counterpoint to the famed Art of War, Aikido´s founding master Morihei Ueshiba offers timeless teachings on fearlessness, compassion, love of nature, and victory over conflict through the practice of peace. The inspirational teachings in this collection show that the real way of the warrior is based on compassion, wisdom, fearlessness, and love of nature. The teachings are drawn from the ta

An essential guide for T´ai Chi practitioners of all skill levels with an overview of basic principles and commentary on three classic internal martial arts texts   According to Master Liao, the great power of T´ai Chi cannot be realized without knowing its inner meaning. T´ai Chi Classics presents the inner meaning and techniques of T´ai Chi movements through translations of three core c

More than 300 rare full-color and black-and-white behind-the-scenes images from father-and-son photographers who were granted unprecedented access to Formula 1 races, drivers, and cars.

Renowned automotive photographer Daniel Reinhard and his father, Josef (Sepp) Reinhard, have enjoyed unprecedented access to Formula 1 race

Now a Major Motion Picture Directed by George Clooney The #1 New York Times–bestselling story about the American Olympic rowing triumph in Nazi Germany—from the author of Facing the Mountain. For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times—the improbable, intimate acc

Soon to be a major motion picture directed by George Clooney The New York Times bestselling young readers adaptation of The Boys in the Boat, now in paperback with bonus content including an author Q&A and never-before-seen photographs Inspiration for the PBS American Experience Documentary 'The Boys of '36'   For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Great Depression comes