The Complete In-Line Skater: Basic and Advanced Techniques, Exercises and Equipment for Fitness
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| Rating | : | 4.62 (573 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0312152671 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 180 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-04-01 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He lives in New York City, where he instructs skaters of all skill levels and ages. Joel Rappelfeld has over fifteen years of skating experience. He is the founder of Kids on Wheels and Roll America, troupes that demonstrate skating throughout the country.
Nowhere Near Complete -- Even For Beginners Curtis R. Martin Let's start with the cover of the book. "Basic and advanced techniques" it says. Really? Crossing one skate over the other and jumping in place are about as advanced as this book gets.For the complete beginner, this can be a handy book. If you've never set foot on skates, or can't figure out how to stop, this book can help. If you'd like to read a brief history of in-line skating, this book can help. If you're interested in skating pur. Don't be fooled - it's actually a cartoon book! Mr. J Yes, that's right. I was completely fooled. This books is just a bunch of cartoons, written with text. Very unprofessional. Very uninformative. Too childish! Nothing you would want. I'm shocked it's on the market. If this piece of dung can get published, then we all have a chance with our own mindless doodles.. "great for beginner" according to A Customer. This book is easy to read and the writer give a good number of useful tips.As a beinnger who has just skate a fw times, this book allows me to know more about skating and some of the movements.
From the Back Cover The Complete In-Line Skater is the perfect skater's companion. Written by an experienced teacher, this book tells you everything you need to know about equipment, basic and advanced skating techniques, safety, and improving fitness.
Written by an experienced teacher, 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 youBasic striding, turning and stopping techniquesAdvanced techniques to master the sport--even cross train for skiing or hockey!Maneuvers to handle curbs, potholes, and other obstaclesA skater's workout to build stamina and strengthPains and strains: how to avoid themList of skating terms, organizations and publications. It's also a great low-impact way to get your heart and legs in shape. Learn America's Hottest New Sport--And Have Fun Doing It!!In-line skating is fun and easy to learn. The Complete In-Line Skater is the perfect skater's companion