An introduction to the sport of strength training, with and without weights, including its history, equipment, techniques, and variations.

Profiles the personal life and professional career of the record setting receiver of the San Francisco 49ers.

A biography of the Los Angeles Laker's high-scoring center, who also owns restaurants and a clothing line, has written books, recorded rap albums, and starred in three films.

Traces the personal life and basketball career of the center who began his NBA career with the Orlando Magic in 1992.

Introduces the techniques, equipment, rules, and safety requirements of baseball.

Describes the history, equipment, and contemporary practice of bicycle stunt riding.

The New York Giants have sent more men to the Baseball Hall of Fame than any other team, a distinction that only begins to hint at the place this storied franchise holds in the long history of America's national pastime. Between 1883 and 1957, a span of 75 summers, the Giants were one of professional sports' great dynasties. Aside from the17 National League pennants and 8 world pennants the team won during this period, there were the unique personalities...

Introduces the history, skills, rules, equipment, events, and highlights of soccer.

"Recommended by the United States Surfing Federation as a book that every beginning surfer should read, this instructional guide details the basics of surfing gear, conditions, safety, etiquette, and history. Written by someone who went through the learning process, topics are covered with just enough detail to get the reader riding the waves quickly and safely. It teaches the beginner surfer the fundamentals of the sport; what to expect in the first...