Sports
Explore the dynamic world of sports with our diverse collection. We stock biographies of sports legends, insightful analyses of games, and motivational reads to inspire any athlete or enthusiast. Ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of their favourite games and sportspeople!
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Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, "Yoga for Every Body" invites you into a world of tranquility and health. With the accompaniment of vivid visuals, each pose and routine is made accessible, ensuring you can confidently embrace yoga's benefits. The book nurtures both physical and mental wellness, making it a versatile companion through every chapter of your life's journey.
John Wooden, Steve Jamison
My Personal Best: Life Lessons from an All-American Journey
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If you're inspired by stories of perseverance, leadership, and integrity, you'll find "My Personal Best" to be more than a mere autobiography. It’s a source of motivation from John Wooden, a man who lived by the principles he taught, making it a go-to book for anyone looking to improve not just at sports, but in life itself. With behind-the-scenes photos and Wooden's philosophical takeaways, this read could serve as a mentorship session from one of the greatest coaches in sports history.
This feels like a great pick if you want chess explained without the mystery and intimidation. With an experienced teacher leading the way, it helps you understand not just how moves work, but why strong players think the way they do. Readers who enjoy learning step by step and then spotting real checkmate chances will likely find it especially satisfying.
Emily Kelly, Judy Smith |
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Pilates Yoga: A Dynamic Combination for Maximum Effect: Simple Exercises to Tone and Strengthen Your Body
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If you've been wanting to enhance your fitness routine, "Pilates Yoga" could be just the ticket. This book provides a well-rounded approach that fuses the core-strengthening of Pilates with the flexibility benefits of yoga. It's a practical choice for anyone looking to diversify their workouts and find a harmony between strength and suppleness.
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John Wooden, Steve Jamison |
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The Essential Wooden: A Lifetime of Lessons on Leaders and Leadership
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If you’re aiming to inspire and lead effectively, "The Essential Wooden" holds the keys. Derived from a life rich in coaching experience, John Wooden shares insights that go beyond the basketball court. This book promises to help you cultivate a championship team through its blend of heartfelt wisdom, strategic thinking, and timeless principles. Whether you're a coach, a manager, or anyone in a leadership role, you’ll find this to be essential reading for guiding others towards their full potential.
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Hugh Delehanty, Phil Jackson |
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Sacred Hoops: Spiritual Lessons of a Hardwood Warrior
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If you love basketball, but also seek deeper meaning in life and teamwork, Phil Jackson's "Sacred Hoops" is a slam dunk for you. It's more than a sports book; it's a journey through the mind of a legendary coach who applies Zen philosophy to leadership and personal growth. Reading this will change not just how you view the game, but also how you approach challenges in your own life.
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Sports Leaders & Success: 55 Top Sports Leaders & How They Achieved Greatness
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If you're passionate about sports and thirsty for inspiration, this book is like a playbook of success stories. From understanding the mindset of celebrated athletes and coaches to learning how they overcame challenges, it feels like a personal coaching session for your own ambitions—on or off the field. It's not just about the triumphs, it's about the strategies and attitudes that propelled these individuals to greatness.
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Dylan Buckley
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Honest Chat
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If the locker room talk could evolve into meaningful life lessons, then "Honest Chat" is what it would sound like. It's a book that blends Dylan Buckley's personal journey with the vulnerability of his podcast guests, offering a kind of wisdom that could help you navigate your own challenges with a bit more grace and a lot less solitude. Whether it's about tackling mental health or life after a career pivot, there's something in it that could resonate with you, especially if you're trying to deepen your own conversations.
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Frank Dick
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Winning Motivation for Business, Sport & Life
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If you're always aiming to reach the top in your field, "Winning" could be your playbook. Frank Dick distills lessons from sports that apply to business and personal growth. This book has pragmatic tips that could change your mindset about success and teach you how to cultivate the discipline and focus of an athlete. It's not just about victory; it's about the journey towards excellence.
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Earl Woods
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Playing Through: Straight Talk on Hard Work, Big Dreams, and Adventures with Tiger
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If you're intrigued by the human stories behind athletic greatness, "Playing Through" is quite the intimate encounter. Imagine sitting with Earl Woods as he reveals the personal trials, triumphs, and profound parental strategies that shaped Tiger Woods, all told with unflinching honesty. This isn't just another sports biography; it's a heartfelt narrative of ambition, adversity, and the intricate family ties that underpin a legend's rise to fame.
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Damian Hughes
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Macmillan
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The Five Steps to a Winning Mindset: What Sport Can Teach Us About Great Leadership
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If you're passionate about sports and keen to translate that into leadership excellence, "The Five Steps to a Winning Mindset" could be a slam dunk for you. Damian Hughes lays out relatable principles that harness the dynamism and strategy of sports to empower your professional or personal leadership journey. It's not just about managing a team; it's about sculpting an environment that breeds success, where every story and emotion plays a critical role. This book could help you elevate your game in management and teamwork.
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Huw J. Davies
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The Unbeatable Boys' Book: How to Be the Ultimate Champion
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If you're looking to tackle new challenges with confidence and a touch of competitive spirit, "The Unbeatable Boys' Book" will be right up your alley. Huw Davies has packed this book with tips and tricks that'll equip you with a winner's mindset, perfect for any young go-getter eager to ace life's various contests.
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Get Strong For Women: Lift Heavy, Train Hard, See Results
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This book is a must-read for women who are looking to take their fitness to the next level. With clear and concise instructions, it provides the perfect blend of strength-training, cardio, nutrition, and weight-lifting exercises to help you build muscle, burn fat, and achieve a lean and toned physique. The three easy-to-follow, 12-week workout programs will give you the confidence and motivation you need to become the strongest, fastest, and healthiest version of yourself. Get ready to transform your body and unleash your inner strength with Get Strong for Women.
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Formula 50 - A 6-Week Workout And Nutrition Plan That Will Transform Your Life
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This book could be a good read for someone looking to embark on a holistic transformation journey. With a six-week workout and nutrition plan, Formula 50 provides practical strategies to accelerate fat loss and build muscle. What sets it apart is its emphasis on psychological approaches to fitness, making it an effective guide for both physical and mental well-being. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast or just starting your fitness journey, this book offers valuable insights and motivational guidance to help you achieve your health goals.
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Dimity McDowell
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Tales from Another Mother Runner: Triumphs, Trials, Tips, and Tricks from the Road
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This book would be a good read for someone who is looking for inspiration and motivation in their running journey. The book beautifully captures the stories of women who have overcome personal obstacles and found strength and empowerment through running. It emphasizes the importance of community, friendship, and setting goals. Whether you are a seasoned runner or just starting out, this book will encourage you to push yourself, believe in your abilities, and run like a mother.
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Get Strong for Women: Lift Heavy, Train Hard, See Results
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This book is a must-read for women who are ready to take their fitness journey to the next level. With step-by-step exercise instructions and easy-to-follow workout programs, Get Strong empowers you to build muscle, burn fat, and become the strongest, fastest, healthiest version of yourself. Trust me, once you start lifting weights with confidence, you'll feel unstoppable and powerful. So grab this book, hit the gym, and unleash your inner strength!
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Siri Lindley
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Surfacing : From the Depths of Self-Doubt to Winning Big and Living Fearlessly
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- Surfacing is a compelling memoir that takes you on an emotional journey of Siri Lindley, a world champion triathlon coach, and her battle with self-doubt and sexuality. It's a story of triumph, where she overcomes her inner demons and finds the courage to live fearlessly, inspiring readers to do the same.
- This book is a rollercoaster of emotions, with Lindley's vulnerability shining through every page. Her relentless pursuit of excellence in triathlon becomes an inspiring metaphor for overcoming personal obstacles and finding true happiness. Get ready to be captivated and motivated by this incredible story.
- In Surfacing, Siri Lindley shares her raw and honest account of fighting for her place in a world that had often left her feeling unseen. This book will resonate with anyone who has grappled with self-doubt and struggled to find their true identity. Lindley's journey from self-sabotage to becoming a world champion is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
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Andy Baker, Mark Rippetoe |
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Practical Programming For Strength Training
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There is a difference between Exercise and Training. Exercise is physical activity for its own sake, a workout done for the effect it produces today, during the workout or right after you're through. Training is physical activity done with a longer-term goal in mind, the constituent workouts of which are specifically designed to produce that goal. Training is how athletes prepare to win, and how all motivated people approach physical preparation.Practical Programming for Strength Training 3rd Edition addresses the topic of Training. It details the mechanics of the process, from the basic physiology of adaptation to the specific programs that apply these principles to novice, intermediate, and advanced lifters.--Each chapter completely updated--New illustrations and graphics--Better explanations of the proven programs that have been helping hundreds of thousands of lifters get stronger more efficiently --Expanded Novice chapter with the details of 3 different approaches to the problem of getting stuck and special approaches for the underweight and overweight trainee--Expanded Intermediate chapter with 18 separate programs and 11 detailed examples--Expanded Advanced chapter with detailed examples of 9 different programs--Expanded Special Populations chapter with example programs for women and masters lifters training through their 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s--Day-to-day, workout-to-workout, week-by-week detailed programs for every level of training advancement--The most comprehensive book on the theory and practice of programming for strength training in printPrinted in a new larger format for better display of the programs, PPST3 will be an important addition to your training library.
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Brett Stewart
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7 Weeks to 50 Pull-Ups
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This book is perfect for fitness enthusiasts looking to improve their upper body strength and challenge themselves with a difficult exercise. With step-by-step instructions and several progressive training programs, this book offers something for beginners and experienced athletes alike. The book's unique feature is the 7-week program which promises to take the reader from zero to 50 consecutive pull-ups, making it an essential read for those looking to achieve a fitness milestone.
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Thomas A. Jones, Sheila Jones |
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The Heart Of A Champion - Powerful Readings Based On Inspiring Athletes And Great Biblical Themes
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This book offers inspiration to both athletes and religious individuals. The book is a collection of powerful readings based on inspiring athletes and great Biblical themes. It highlights the incredible achievements and challenges faced by athletes, while weaving in Biblical lessons and themes. Overall, this book is a great pick for anyone looking to draw motivation and inspiration from the stories of others.
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Robin Pou, Julie Ness Bell |
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Performance Intelligence at Work: The 5 Essentials to Achieving The Mind of a Champion
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This book is a great choice for professionals who want to improve their mindset and achieve peak performance. It provides real-life examples and practical exercises to help readers retrain their thinking patterns and perform at their best under pressure. The unique approach focuses on mental strategies rather than physical techniques, making it a valuable read for anyone looking to unlock their full potential.
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Igor Stohl
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Garry Kasparov's Greatest Chess Games: v. 1
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This book is a must-read for chess enthusiasts who want to understand the thought processes behind world-class chess moves. Igor Stohl carefully selected and annotated Kasparov's greatest games, providing fresh insights for readers. The book is especially useful for ambitious players who wish to improve their own game style by adopting principles and concepts embodied by Kasparov's moves.
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Caz Nicklin
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Quercus
The Girls' Bicycle Handbook : Everything You Need to Know About Life on Two Wheels
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The Girls' Bicycle Handbook is an essential guide for women wanting to explore cycling. With practical tips for different weather conditions and suitable clothing, this book will help readers incorporate cycling into their daily lives. Additionally, it offers road safety tips and teaches bike repair techniques, making it an excellent resource for anyone wanting to start a sustainable and healthy lifestyle.
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Joseph Wayne Smith
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Wing Chun Kung-Fu Volume 3 - Weapons & Advanced Techniques
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Wing Chun Kung-Fu Volume 3 is an essential guide for advanced learners on Wing Chun's weaponry and techniques. The book focuses on three critical weapons: the Wooden-Dummy, the Butterfly Knives, and the Six-and-a-Half Pole. Dr. Joseph Wayne Smith explains the practicality and benefits of traditional fighting weapons in modern times, making it an excellent read for martial art enthusiasts and self-defense practitioners. The book's unique analysis and scientific methodology make it an exceptional resource for serious learners.
Embrace the excitement of sports literature
At Thryft, we've curated a sports book collection that captures the energy and strategy behind various athletic pursuits. Our selection spans inspiring biographies, comprehensive guides to mastering techniques, and motivational stories that fuel your passion for the game. Whether you're a budding athlete or an armchair fan, explore our sports books to enrich your knowledge and engagement with the sports world.
Our collection includes biographies, strategy guides, and motivational reads. Whether you're into football, basketball, or tennis, there's something for everyone.
Yes, our collection has beginner-friendly sports guide books that introduce fundamentals and key strategies. Perfect for newcomers aiming to enhance their understanding of various sports!
Absolutely! We have an array of biographies on iconic sports figures. Dive into the lives of celebrated athletes and discover what drives their success.
Yes, we offer books that delve into the rich histories of various sports. Learn about the evolution of your favourite games and their impact over time in Sports History.