Speed Skating
Speed Skating

Author: Joseph Gustaitis

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company

Published: 2009-08

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780778740278

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Reviews the history of speed skating, describing Olympic events, Olympic champions, and the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

Speed Skating
Speed Skating

Author: Ashley Gish

Publisher:

Published: 2022-01-15

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 9781640264991

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From ski slopes to skating rinks, the events of the Winter Olympic Games captivate and inspire people worldwide. Introduce young fans and budding sports enthusiasts to eight Amazing Winter Olympics with this high-interest set. Action photos and straightforward text examine the featured event's Olympic history, equipment, and individual or team modes of play. Each book also includes a biographical story about a famous competitor or team who made Olympic history. Speed skating is the sport known for its short- and long-track events. Includes a biographical story about skater Maame Biney.

The Complete Book of Figure Skating
The Complete Book of Figure Skating

Author: Carole Shulman

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780736035484

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The executive director of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA) provides proven technique instruction for more than 100 skills, presenting them progressively from beginning to advanced levels of expertise. 170 photos.

Figure Skating
Figure Skating

Author: John Misha Petkevich

Publisher: Sports Illustrated

Published: 1988-11-01

Total Pages: 287

ISBN-13: 1461664403

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As a sport, an art, a fitness activity, nothing quite beats figure skating for excitement, grace, beauty, or fun. Now former U.S. Champion figure skater John Misha Petkevich shows how you can find your full potential as a figure skater no matter what your age or ability. The lavishly illustrated volume includes: Detailed instructional-photo sequences What to look for in skates, clothing, rinks, and instruction Getting started 6 basic turns that every figure skater should know 15 spins that you can master The keys to preforming 19 clasic figure skating jumps and splits

Speed on Skates
Speed on Skates

Author: Barry Publow

Publisher: Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 343

ISBN-13: 0880117214

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Advises how to improve in-line and ice skating technique and reduce finish times

Speed Skating
Speed Skating

Author: Katie Marsico

Publisher: Cherry Lake

Published: 2008-08-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1602793999

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Learn about the connection between math and speed skating.

The Complete In-Line Skater
The Complete In-Line Skater

Author: Joel Rappelfeld

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 1996-09-15

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9780312152673

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With The Complete In-Line Skater handbook, you'll learn America's hottest sport--and have fun doing it!! In-line skating is fun and easy to learn. It's also a great low-impact way to get your heart and legs in shape. The Complete In-Line Skater is the perfect skater's companion. Written by experienced teacher Joel Rappelfeld, this book tells you everything you need to know about equipment, basic and advanced skating techniques, safety and improving fitness. Over 100 professional line drawings help illustrate the text, which includes chapters on: Equipment: The most popular models and how to select and care for the right skates for you Basic striding, turning and stopping techniques Advanced techniques to master the sport--even cross train for skiing or hockey! Maneuvers to handle curbs, potholes, and other obstacles A skater's workout to build stamina and strength Pains and strains: how to avoid them List of skating terms, organizations, and publications