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Do you dream of being a champion athlete? Do you want to learn how to go farther faster, and higher than anyone else? Are you just crazy about athletics?Then meet Colin Jackson, the Olympic medalist hurdle. In this book, Jackson introduces the basic techniques involved in athletics. With the help of stunning step-by-step photography, clear, concise text, and helpful tips, he explores every aspects of athletics, from what to wear and how to warm up, to taking part in competitions and multi-events, such as decathlon. Learn how to clear a hurdle, throw the discus, use starting blocks, and pass a relay baton.Discover all about warming up, sprint drills, and track officials.
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Young Enthusiast: The Young Athlete, Colin Jackson, Gwen Torrence
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- 1996
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- Title
- Young Enthusiast: The Young Athlete
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Colin Jackson, Gwen Torrence
- Publisher
- Dorling Kindersley Limited
- Released
- 1996
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- ISBN10
- 0751353701
- ISBN13
- 9780751353709
- Series
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- Do you dream of being a champion athlete? Do you want to learn how to go farther faster, and higher than anyone else? Are you just crazy about athletics?Then meet Colin Jackson, the Olympic medalist hurdle. In this book, Jackson introduces the basic techniques involved in athletics. With the help of stunning step-by-step photography, clear, concise text, and helpful tips, he explores every aspects of athletics, from what to wear and how to warm up, to taking part in competitions and multi-events, such as decathlon. Learn how to clear a hurdle, throw the discus, use starting blocks, and pass a relay baton.Discover all about warming up, sprint drills, and track officials.