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Let internationally recognized fitness and aquatics expert and best-selling author Jane Katz, EdD, show you how to feel better about yourself, your body, and your baby during pregnancy.

Katz presents a safe and effective swimming and water exercise program for keeping fit during your pregnancy and after. Regardless of your current fitness level, you'll enjoy these 44 workouts that prepare you for the birth process by teaching you how to stretch, tone, and strengthen your body--gently.

The 12-week postpartum workout program will help you keep in shape and involve the rest of the family in water activities.

Take the stress out of exercise!Water Fitness During Your Pregnancy will help you be stronger, healthier, and ready to enjoy life with your new baby. ... Read more

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Useless if you want to swim laps
I got this book from the library because I wanted more information/ tips about swimming during pregnancy. I'm glad I didn't buy it, because the tips for technique are crazy (like inhale and exhale using BOTH your mouth and your nose), and the sets go along the lines of "swim freestyle for 400 meters". I don't need a book to come up with that!

If you do it in a pool, call it water fitness...
I was extremely disappointed in this book.It read like an instruction manual dumbed down to elementary grade levels.The stretches in the book could mostly be done on land.The definitions were over the top.Defining water, then defining fitness, then (they actually put them together)...I'll save you the money.If you already know how to swim, do that.

An excellent resource for mothers-to-be
This book is packed with useful information for women who are eager to remain active during their pregnancies.The clear instructions and easy-to-follow illustrations ensure that even beginners can enjoy a safeand healthy workout. The book also contains clear guidelines on modifyingyour workout as your pregnancy progresses.This is the best book of itstype available, which is why I recommended it in my own book, TheUnofficial Guide to Having A Baby. ... Read more

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An anecdotal account of the pleasures of fly fishing, discussing the choice and use of tackle, kinds of flies, walking in water, and watching for fish. ... Read more

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A great introduction and more to fly fishing
This book covers all the basics of fly fishing in an unintimidating way.It's a great book for the beginner and a good review for someone who has been away from fly fishing for awhile and wants a quick review.If you're looking for fancy glossy pictures, forget about this book.The pictures are hand drawn but done very nicely.Contains all the information one needs to get started, from basic aquatic entomology; to rods, reels, lines, and reading the water.I highly recommend it.

Well Written, Well Organized Guide!
Jim Arnosky offers what is, next to the "Curtis Creek Manifesto," the best fundemental fly fishing guide for beginners and intermediates.More detailed than 'Curtis Creek,' Arnosky's "Flies in the Water, Fish in the Air" gives you all the information you need to start catching more fish the day after you read it.For more advanced fisherman, the book is good for a review or to keep on the shelf as a mentoring tool for younger "up-n-coming" fly fisher. ... Read more

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Thereexists a common set of principles underlying all athletic performance, andthese principles, if observed in unison over time, enable any athlete to matureinto an accomplished athlete capable of achieving a lifetime of enjoymentthrough participation in sports. Thisbook is all about improving athletic performance. Learn how each of the ten athleticprinciples common to all sports assist top athletes in achieving superior athleticperformance. Fivespecial sections provide insight into Swimming, Running, Tennis, Cycling andSkiing. ¿Skills mastered by topperforming athletes are presented and explained in accordance with the tenathletic principles underlying The Unified Theory of Sports. Any athletewishing to improve their own performance will benefit from advice provided.Readthis book and you will gain valuable insight required to achieve a lifetime ofenjoyment through participation in sports. ... Read more

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HydroRobics will help anyone improve flexibility, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiovascular conditioning while minimising muscle soreness and stress injuries. The book also includes: 50 different exercises for all parts of the body; sample HydroRobics workouts; tips on weight Reduction. HydroRobics is also the perfect exercise programme for elderly, overweight, pregnant, or physically impaired individuals because it takes advantage of the natural buoyancy of the water. ... Read more

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Water work outs
It give some good ideas for teaching water workouts, but it's not the best one I have found. ... Read more

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Pure Pleasure of a read!
Having rode the waves of marine salvage for 20 years Moya's book brings to light the adventure, the risks, the victories and the hellish losses of those adventures! It is all too real and written with great insight.She spares no details of the ins and outs of the business or what it takes to survive it personally as well as professionally.I look forward to her next book as well as the special documentary being filmed for television.I was fascinated. I laughed, cried and sighed! You will too if you love the Marine Industry. ... Read more

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Featuring the largest and most diverse range of sports of any comparable book-more than 200 in all-from basketball to bobsledding, karate to korfball, synchronized swimming to ski-jumping, this up-to-date and authoritative guide presents information sourced from leading experts and sports governing bodies around the world to give you the most comprehensive book on sports to ever hit the market. ... Read more

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Great Book for young readers who enjoy sports
I got this for my Grandson, age 8, for Xmas and he loved it.He is into sports, does baseball, soccer, lacrosse and downhil skiing.This book was always featured at book fairs and the schools and it always sold out before he got his copy. A DK book, it is great.I love to see kids read especially something hardcopy.

The best quick reference for sports
For those who like the sports, students, journalists or simply fanatics, this is a very recommendable item.
Easy to read, provide several images for a better idea.
From tennis to Walk race, from football to racing cars, from olympics to professional... got every discipline, and more...

Very... believe this, Very recommended

Good friend for a P.E. Teacher
I teach physical education at a high school.This book has been great for two reasons.

1) Children that do not change for class have to write an article review.Reviews about each sport (detailed history is not included about every sport) are entertaining and easy to understand for students.In addition, the rules of each game are described in very good detail that I have begun to use this book as a study guide for different sports.

2) Although the book does not recommend ways to alter games that can be played in a classroom- a little creativity goes a long way.My class just finished a "Team Handball" unit that became very easy to understand with the use of pictures in the book.We used a volleyball and tape on the court and a couple of soccer goals.Worked great.

I can't give this book any less than 5 stars because it is a very complete book of just about any game you could ever think of.The only issue becomes, "Who would need that?!"

Well, this guy did because I am a gym teacher.If you have a reason to know about underwater football, you might like this book too.

I hope my review filled your heart with glee.

The USEFULL Sports Book
The Sports Book is one of the most usefull thing i've ever bought in my life, i advise anybody who loves sport to buy it it is like the Bible of all the sports.
Get one!

Has Everything!!!
This book has details about every sport and every branch of sports.This is a great gift idea for any sports fan.All will enjoy! ... Read more

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Greek Waters Pilot is the definitive cruising guide to the coasts and islands of Greece. It covers the entire area from the Ionian Islands to the Aegean, Rhodes and Crete and includes details of over 450 harbours in a single volume. Greek Waters Pilot has been painstakingly compiled from the author's own survey work and the latest first hand information. This tenth edition coincides with the twenty-fifth anniversary of the launch of the original Greek Waters Pilot. As with each preceding edition this one includes further updating and improvement. Between 2005 and 2007 Rod Heikell and his wife Lu revisited much of the Ionian, Saronic and Dodecanese in their present yacht, Skylax, picking up new information, additional photographs and updated plans. The organization of detail within the confines of a single volume is an impressive achievement and has been the basis of Greek Waters Pilots' status as the indispensable guide for anyone sailing around Greece. ... Read more

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Excellent resource for the islands and mainland
We made good use of this book during a month-long stint in Greece and were always pleased to find the information to be accurate and dependable. It is impressive in its scope, covering even less-visited locations well. The information on sights ashore is also good: brief but enough to get you started. I like the organization of this book: pilotage notes being clearly separated from other information so you aren't overloaded while approaching a new port. Yes, you do have to get the hang of how the chapters are organized by region, but once you grasp this, you can thumb to the desired section quickly. A highly recommendable book for cruising Greece.
by Nadine Slavinski, author of Lesson Plans Ahoy!: Hands-on learning for sailing children and home schooling sailors

Just what I needed
I'm heading for the Cyclades this summer on a yacht. This book has all the information I need for my trip.

Greece vs. Caribbean (BVI)
I am planning to bareboat in the Saronic / Argolicsoon. It will be my first experience in the area, since in previous ocasions I bareboated, I did it in the British Virgin Islands.
This is why, My first reaction was to compare this guide with the ones I used in the BVI.
Assuming it covers an area which is dramatically bigger than the BVI, I was not surprised with the size of the book, which, is big and bulky (certainly not a pocket one, or something you can read at bead, you need a table to put it over...).
I found the book is clearly written, easy to understand, with good diagrams.If I not rate it with a five (5), is because:

- Though it has a general map at the begining of each section, once you are inside a section, reviewing the different places,is difficult to place certain port in the big picture context.This requires going back and forward, which is certainly not easy considering the size of the book. I believe having the ports (or anchorages) diagrams refered to a bigger portion of the area, would be helpful. This would make easier to plan itineraries.
- Main ports and anchorages are included. But it seems the booklacks of information about secluded places, which may serve as lunch stops between main destinations.
- Would have expected more "local flavour" in the descriptions of ports, once you are in. Maybe more recommendations on where to go, or what to do. Or that kind of data, which really makes the difference between the so called "milk charters" or a "tailored" one.

This book is the default guide which you will find on board of many of the yachts in the greek area (as I could find out from many quotations I received when planning my vacation).But if you are going there for the first time, I strongly recommend to have the book far in advance, since is not the kind of book easy to use on board (mainly because of it size, you will only use it down at the navigation table, but not in the cokpit). Then, is up to you if you decide to take it with you in the plane... or trust the one you will find on board is in good shape.But the important thing is to be acquainted with it. Having said all this, I am very happy to have this book in my library whileplanning my vacations.

Greek Waters "Bible"
This book is definitely a "must have" for everyone sailing in Greece. We have used it now for 4 Years there without having any problems finding the information we need to find. Together with the local charts(which are often not too accurate) You will definitely find your way to thedestination safely.

"The" book for sailing the Greek waters.
If you'e going, get this book.If you've been there hopefully it was already aboard with you. Great reference book: It is the book to have as a sailor in that area.Greek mapping of ATONs etc is not the best and thispublication contains the best local knowledge you could have aboard unlessyour skipper is a highly knowledgeable local sailor.Landmarks, harborservices, native's demeanor, food & supplies, light historical info,phone numbers, even a glossary of useful Greek terms.This was my secondtrip using this book. ... Read more

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What did Captain James Cook, Elvis Presley and the author of this book have in common? They all went to Hawaii to live a dream or die there. The North Shore on the island of Oahu is only twelve miles long but it has the magic and myth of Troy or Never Never Land. In summer it is a sleepy, sun-soaked, palm-fringed strip of beaches. But in winter, with the coming of the biggest waves on the planet, it is transformed into a mecca for surfing pilgrims from all over the world. Sunset Beach, Banzai Pipeline and Waimea Bay are the legendary arena for a series of surfing showdowns where, for the first time, an Englishman, Martin Potter, was in contention for the world professional title. The author ostensibly in Hawaii to report on the Triple Crown contests, nurtured a secret plan: to launch his own personal assault on the foam-tipped mountains of the sea. Variously helped and hindered by shapers, gurus and born-again Christians, distracted from his self-imposed task by assorted temptations, this born-again beachbum struggled to find the board, the skills and the guts that would enable him to conquer the man-eating waves of the Pacific.Surfing is less a sport than a state of mind, an adventure in mythology, a religion with its own high priests and ritual sacrifices. This book is about waves. It is the story of an obsession, a journey through heaven and hell, the clumsy initiation of an outsider into a cult and a culture. It is also an oblique history of the world, a human comedy on waves, that will find an echo in anyone who has fallen prey to the spell of the ocean. ... Read more

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A witty and inteligent insight into the world of surfing
I really enjoyed this book, it left me wanting much more. A well researched and descriptive look at the bizare world of big wave surfers. Particularly suited to those who have not and have no intention of surfingbig waves themselves, but would like to get inside the head of the peoplewho do. It has a travelogue style, I think it would appeal to readers ofEric Newby or even books like "A year in Provence". His otherbook "Coming down the Mountain", takes a similar approach, but toWorld cup Down Hill skiing. Again a good read, but for me not quite soriveting as this one. Give it a try

THIS BOOK RATES AS HIGH AS THE BARRELS ANDY WRITES ABOUT.
A great book about surfing, people, travel and polynesian history. It's both laid back and pumping at the same time and any kind of surfer would get a good feeling from reading it.

Winter time on the North Shore
Andy Martin wrote a vey nice book, by interviewing all the world tour pros, you get more knowledge of what goes on On the North Shore of Oahu. I was stoked to see there also was a movie about it. Jeroen Mutsaars

A witty and intelligent insight to the world of surfing
I really enjoyed this book, it left me wanting much more. A well researched and descriptive look at the bizare world of big wave surfers. Particularly suited to those who have not and have no intention of surfing big waves themselves, but would like to get inside the head of the people who do. It has a travelogue style, I think it would appeal to readers of Eric Newby or even books like "A year in Provence". His other book "Coming down the Mountain", takes a similar approach, but to World cup Down Hill skiing. Again a good read, but for me not quite so riveting as this one. Give it a try. ... Read more

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Powerful reading on Surfing and Jesus Christ
I really appreciated this book as I believe in God and have chosen to direct my life according to the teachings of Jesus Christ.
For someone with an interest in Spirituality, I think this work is worth being read.
If you're going through some bad times, I am sure this book will provide you with relief and an introductory word on self development.

Only one spirituality
I have to echo the sentiments of another reviewer. I thought I was going to read a totally different book. Surfing can be a spiritual experience for sure, one that doesn't have to be tied to a specific religious dogma, but this book is all about selling one belief, Christianity, not the spiritual exercise that surfing has the potential to be for everyone.

I was expecting to read about the inherent spirituality in surfing itself when it's just you and the water or to read the stories of surfers from many different religious backgrounds and how the spiritual aspect of surfing enhanced their personal religious experience, but instead I got a book about Christianity that just happened to be by surfers. It's like when you roll up to a new local skate spot and after you get there and you just want to skate, you see it's being run by some youth ministry who doesn't care about skating just about trying to sell you a bill of goods. Bummer.

I have no problem at all with anyone's beliefs including those of the people who did this book and if I had know what it was going to be about in the beginning I think I would have enjoyed it a lot more. They just need to be a bit more up front about what the book is because it feels purposefully deceitful to me, that's all. I've seen a bunch of surfing books by Buddhists, but those are all pretty explicit about what you're getting, either in the title or the product description. This one didn't get to the truth of it until the reviews, but when I got this I didn't have the benefit of the reviews first.

Good book
I just finished this book and really enjoyed it. I have to disagree with the poster who claimed false advertising in the book and reviews though. The reviews clearly mention 'our creator' 'jesus' 'christian fellowship' and christian surfing international. Also faith is spiritual. So......I'm not sure how much more obvious she was expecting it to be.

Not knowing a lot about surfing but having watched several christian surf movies and just liking the sport in general - I found this book pretty interesting. The text was descriptive and well written, though quite wordy and seperated into pro profiles, sections on faith and interesting segments on photography, movies etc and christian influence in the sport.

This book isn't an outright 'inyourface' jesus book but it does talk about spirituality and the experiences of the christian surfers featured regarding their relationship with God and how much it means to them.

I found it inspiring and enjoyable. Wish there was a lot more of this type of stuff out there. My favourite so far is 'soul surfer' the story of bethany hamilton. The writing is so fluent, I have to rate it as one of the best books I've ever read.

I dropped a star just because I found this book so 'wordy' that I had to put it down a few times to assimilate info and get through it. But the writing is really nicely crafted and the subject inspiring.

A really good book on what quite frankly, isn't the easiest subject to write about. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who has no interest in christianity though.

A worthwhile read!
I wasn't sure what to expect when I ordered this book. Then I read it cover to cover sitting on the beach the first day I received it. This book tells stories about surfers and surfing. The surfers also share their personal experiences of that defining moment when they realized that there's something bigger out there and accepted Christ. It's not a preachy book but rather a great read of some of the top surfers and how they deal with issues in life through faith. Enjoy!

Christian Propoganda - Know What Your are Getting
Be aware, this is not a surfing book, but a Christian Surfing Book. I would have no problem with this book if it was marketed or reviewed as a Christian book. I am upset that I was duped by a book that promised to talk about the spiritual side of surfing and instead using surfing as a way to preach the gospel. It is replete with biblical quotes and refernces to god's plan. Lest you think I am kidding, in a section on "Passing up Partying", we read: "Man, this can't be all that life is. It's all kind of meaningless, like Soloman said in Ecclesiaastes." ... Read more

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No More Spare Tires In My Pool
If the E word causes negative feelings, try water exercise using this book as your guide. This reader had to try it for medical reasons, but now would not do anything else.With this comprehensive book, my program was easy todesign and implement. The author uses lots of pictures and explanations.She has exercises for the flabby or the fit. Also included are water gear,toys, and anything for the water bug. It is well written, easy to read, andtakes a positive approach.

No More Spare Tires in My Pool
For anyone who likes the water and wants to exercise, this is the book for you. The author covers the entire subject in this tidy little book. She takes the skeptical beginner through a series of exercises where resultsshow up within weeks. For those advanced exercisers, she has more difficultexercises. The multi-pictorial book reviews swimming equipment, toys andanything the water bug could want. I needed it because for medical reasons,it was the only way I could safely exercise. Now, I would not exercise anyother way. This book is well written, easy reading and positive. ... Read more

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Great Intruduction to the BWCAW
This is a great introduction to the BWCAW.Very informative about things you may not have thought about.Good beginners guide to what you need for equipment and what to expect out on the trail.If your looking for a guide book that tells you every campsite this isn't it.It gives several differnet trips detailed out, but you'll need additional guide books if you want to plan your own trip.Other than that it is a great read.

wonderful book maybe unecessary
For those of you who don't know Cliff Jacobson is a legend in the Boundary Waters area.If there is something to know this guy knows it.This book is an excellent overview of wilderness travel and camping, however, isn't it sometimes more fun to figure it out for yourself?

Boundary Waters Canoe Camping, 2nd ed.
An excellent resource for anyone headed to BWCAW, first timer, or old pro. This book gives you all the information you could ever want or need to plan and execute a trip into the BWCAW. Cliff Jacobson knows the BWCAW well, he's a profession outfitter, and guide, and has many years of experience in the Boundary Waters.

I highly recommend this book for a first timer, that's why I bought it. There's so much information in this book, I would be here all day listing what Cliff covers inside. Do yourself a favor, if you're headed to BWCAW for the first time, buy this book, you'll be glad you did!!

Great Intro Book to the BWCA
This is a great book for someone who has never been to the BWCA or hasn't been there in a while and needs some reminders and pointers.The book was last updated in 2000, so some of the gear mentioned in the book is a little out of date, but the concepts still apply.Jacobson does more than simply define routes, he explains how to plan routes for yourself and then how to carry them out once you enter the park.This is overall a great book and is easy to read and understand, but most likely is not enough to get you through your first trip flawlessly.I suggest reading this as a starting point and then reading more advanced books and talking to people who have actually planned and completed trips to the BWCA.

Greate information on camping this wonderful area
Cliff does a great job of introducing the area and providing good basic information on canoe camping.He also stresses the importance of proper techniques to limit the human impact to this natural national treasure. ... Read more

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An aid for kayakers
This is an overall good reference guide to locations to access bodies of water. The locations are described in detail with maps and GPS coordinates. It is a good aid to plan your paddle trips. The only challenge I had being new to kayaking was matching the Table of Content formal designations with local references.

Buy this only for NJ, Not PA
very little info in this book for Pennsylvania.Most of what is covered is State Parks. ... Read more

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Covers the essentials of canoeing from basic paddling to advanced strokes and whitewater maneuvering, and discusses equipment and safety measures. ... Read more

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Great book
I am quite a novice into paddling, have done it a few times as "one of those tourists in a rental canoe". Then purchased a canoe and two books including this one. I've never been aware that there was so much to know about canoes, water and paddling technique. I already learned a lot and will be able to re-use this book to review and learn more after I've practised the first items.
I would recommend this book to anybody in a similar or slightly more advanced situation. You should note however that this book is primarily focussing on down-river canoeing. Flat water is also covered briefly and a lot of river technique also work for lakes. In case you would be looking for specifics on flat-water navigation, canoe behavior in windy conditions or trip planning, this book might be less appropriate.

Excellent resource for wide variety of paddling info
While this title may contain too much information for someone who has never paddled a canoe, it is an excellent resource for those who have paddled a bit but have never had formal instruction. There is detailedinstruction on a variety of strokes as well as identifying, entering andpeeling out of eddies. There is also very important info about readingwater and identifying hazards such as undercut rocks, strainers, hydraulicsetc. Also included is basic instruction on water-reading. This book hasmade it much easier for me to teach less experienced paddlers. If you'vebeen in a canoe enough to know how to get down an easy river, this bookwill likely have parts that are under and over your head. If you'resomewhere between beginner and expert, this book is definitely worthreading. ... Read more

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Enjoy days of pleasure exploring the flatwater lakes and ponds of New Hampshire and Vermont. Great for paddlers of all ages and abilities, this updated and expanded guide offers detailed descriptions of more than 90 scenic destinations - including 55 new paddles.

Special features include: detailed descriptions of each lake and pond, with paddling routes, local flora and fauna, and seasonal highlights; driving, parking, and put-in instructions; safety tips; local picnicking and camping spots; equipment choices; advice for padding with children; low-impact travel tips; illustrated sidebars on New England's fascinating waterside wildlife. ... Read more

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book review
Item was in as good condition or better than advertized.I have several of the Quiet Water guides, and they are very informative and interesting for calm kayaking.Shipping was quick.THANKS.

More, please!
As a canoeist I can only pray for titles similar to this series to span the continent. These guides offer listings by region and alphabetical indices, area maps, launch site directions and parking advice. Wilson mentions special points of interest -- geologic formations, settlements, graveyards, and odd indigenous species -- with sidebars covering nature lore. A super gift for the New England canoodler in your life.

There are others........
I purchased this book as a guide book for kayaking lakes that I may have not known about. I found the book lacking on listing ALL the possible lakes not just some the author knew. I was looking for a lake guide book that list every lake, pond, maybe river not just a few. I had the older book and that listed even less. This also concentrates on the wildlife and plant life rather than describing the actual lake. This could be a really good guide book if it were done better...........

Amc Quiet Water Canoe Guide
Excellent book, I recommend this to anyone.I use this book for canoe trip planning with my family.Detailed information is given here.As usual it is another fine book by AMC. ... Read more

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Today's best authority on reloading and firearms reveals his unfathormable knowledge through this chronological catalog of letters. In the tradition of other great shooters' notebooks, this text of letters contains load tables, history, esoteric details and Ken's personal recommendations to various questions and concerns. ... Read more