In 1789 the federal government described in the recently ratified U.S. constitution came into being. Drawing on hundreds of sources to paint a vivid portrait of the new nation, veteran journalist Thomas B. Allen tells the long-hidden history of how George Washington and the other Founders set this new federal government into motion.
The Feed Zone series is the best-selling series of cookbooks for cyclists, triathletes, and runners. Offers 100 all-new easy, healthy recipes for athletes. Family-style meals will bring still more people into the Feed Zone. Perfect expansion pack for veterans of the Feed Zone series.
"Astronautical engineer and triathlete Jim Gourley reveals the physics underlying the swim-bike-run sport of triathlon. Through clever and unforgettable examples Gourley shows triathletes how knowledge--and a few fascinating tricks of physics--can make them faster in training and racing. Triathlon demands great fitness, but even the most gifted triathletes are subject to the laws of fluid and aerodynamics, friction, and rolling resistance. Gourley explains how triathletes and their gear interact with the physical forces that determine their speed and performance. Faster will change how triathletes think about their bodies, their gear, and the world around them, informing their technique and gear selection and helping them gain free speed"--Publisher's description
With simple recipes requiring just a handful of ingredients, this title strikes a balance between science and practice so that athletes will change the way they think about food, replacing highly processed food substitutes with real, nourishing foods that will satisfy every athlete's cravings. It includes 150 recipes illustrated with photographs.