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"In order to compete high on the rings, flip through the air, and do walking handstands on the beam, gymnasts have to be strong, flexible, and confident. With lots of practice and help from a coach and spotter, readers can learn to execute splits, L-sits, and other cool gymnastics moves by following an informative step-by-step guide. Colorful photos and helpful tips remind even seasoned gymnasts of important technical points."--
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Learning marital arts requires both mental and physical fitness. Those who practice karate, jujitsu, kung fu, and other martial arts spend time learning self-defense, but they also learn discipline, patience, and concentration. Full-color photographs and detailed explanations introduce readers to the basic principles behind several kinds of martial arts, including tae kwon do and judo. Step-by-step instructions teach simple moves, such as snap kicks...
7) Jujitsu
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Jujitsu is a form of martial arts that encourages all useful skills for self-defense. Readers will be introduced to the history of Jujitsu and its main techniques.
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"The Olympics are full of skating sports! Graceful figure skaters impress with jumps, speed skaters zoom around the icy track, and hockey players turn on a dime to chase down the puck. Readers will enjoy learning about different skills needed for each of these activities. With colorful photographs illustrating the postures, foot placement, and techniques needed to learn how to ice-skate, the main content shows readers what fun they can have on the...
10) Aikido
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Aikido is often translated as the way of harmonious spirit. Readers will learn to defend themselves but also to not cause injury to their attacker. Colorful photographs and step-by-step diagrams help readers gain a base knowledge of this form of Japanese martial arts.
13) Tae kwon do
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Tae kwon do is a Korean martial art well known for its kicking techniques. Readers will learn the proper equipment, stances, and strikes of tae kwon do. Also be introduced to key Korean terms that they can use in their study of tae kwon do. -- Publishers website.
16) Judo
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Judo is a modern martial art and also part of the summer Olympics. Learn that the most prominent feature of Judo is the competitive element; also learn basic moves, proper attire, and safety guidelines.
17) Kung fu
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Kung Fu is a form of martial arts that has been developed over the centuries in China. Learning the history behind this ancient martial art will help readers appreciate the practice much more. Full of facts, colorful photographs, and easy-to-follow diagrams. --Publishers website.