Complete Book of Jumps

Complete Book of Jumps
Author: Ed Jacoby
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
Total Pages: 147
Release: 1995
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780873226738

Maximize your jumping potential with Complete Book of Jumps! Coaches Ed Jacoby and Bob Fraley draw on their combined 60 years of coaching experience to help long jumpers, triple jumpers, high jumpers, and pole vaulters achieve new personal records. They break down each event into key phases - from approach to landing - to teach proper jumping technique and to show jumpers how to avoid common technical flaws. They also provide a strength and development program specifically for jumpers and 16 event-specific workouts that fine-tune skills. Use the practical, proven techniques in Complete Book of Jumps to go higher and farther than the competition.

Jabari Jumps

Jabari Jumps
Author: Gaia Cornwall
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2020-10-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1536220671

Working up the courage to take a big, important leap is hard, but Jabari is almost absolutely ready to make a giant splash. Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He’s finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he’s a great jumper, so he’s not scared at all. “Looks easy,” says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the diving board. In a sweetly appealing tale of overcoming your fears, newcomer Gaia Cornwall captures a moment between a patient and encouraging father and a determined little boy you can’t help but root for.

Fishing the Jumps

Fishing the Jumps
Author: Lamar Herrin
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2019-03-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0813176832

"But in fishing the jumps there comes a moment when an insatiable hunger rises up in you and everything turns wild." The term "fishing the jumps" speaks to a method of catching fish while they're in the midst of a wild, frenzied state. And just like the undercurrents that exist in the lakes on which this tale is based, some relationships have a way of hiding—and revealing—turmoil just beneath the surface. In his latest novel, award-winning writer Lamar Herrin highlights the art of storytelling and the value of friendship with a lush, outdoor landscape serving as a backdrop. Set over the course of a weekend spent fishing on an Adirondack lake, two middle-aged friends—Jim McManus and Walter Kidman—sip Jim Beam on the rocks and share tales of memory and camaraderie as the past and present meld to reveal that what happens in the past rarely stays there. Lyrical and poetic, playful and entertaining, Fishing the Jumps is more than just fishing tales. It is a seamless and haunting novel that is ultimately a story of the deep and necessary relationship between two men and the binding and nourishing effect of family—not only of an extended family, but of a whole community, and in fact, a whole region.

The Jumps

The Jumps
Author: Jess Jarver
Publisher:
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2000
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

Jayla Jumps In

Jayla Jumps In
Author: Joy Jones
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2020-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0807560774

Black Caucus of the American Library Association BCALA, 2020 Best of the Best Booklist A heartwarming story about finding your place, in the ropes and out. When eleven-year-old Jayla finds out that her mother used to be a Double Dutch champion, she's stunned. Her mom, who’s on doctor’s orders to lower her blood pressure, could move like that?!? Jayla decides to follow in her mom’s footsteps, thinking that maybe double Dutch can make her stand out in her big, quirky family. As she puts together a team at school and prepares to compete, Jayla finds that Double Dutch is about a lot more than jumping rope—and it just might change her life in ways she never imagined. Full of hilarious family dynamics and plenty of jump rope action, Jayla Jumps In follows one girl’s quest to get her mom healthy and find her place in her community.

Jane Savoie's Dressage Between the Jumps

Jane Savoie's Dressage Between the Jumps
Author: Jane Savoie
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Total Pages: 444
Release: 2020-11-17
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1570769656

A compelling collection of focused flatwork exercises for improving jumping performance. Renowned author and mental training coach Jane Savoie breaks down the six most common problem areas she sees when horses jump: “Whoa” and “go” Rhythm Suppleness through the poll, neck, body, back, and hindquarters Contact and connection Collection Flying changes Then Savoie fills the rider’s toolbox with targeted exercises on the flat―simple solutions to the nagging problems that prevent riders and horses from doing their best over all kinds of obstacles, whether competing in hunters, jumpers, equitation, or eventing. Her excellent lessons gradually incorporate ground poles and low fences to build skills without stressing the horse’s body. Throughout, top riders share their own stories and insight, demonstrating numerous ways dressage exercises helped solve real problems over fences, including Olympian Anne Kursinski, Nations Cup rider Paul O’Shea, and eventer Nancy Bliss Byrd. With incredible clarity and her trademark enthusiasm, Savoie arms readers with knowledge, confidence, and problem-solving prowess that will result not only in clear rounds, but a happier horse, ready and willing to perform in partnership. Jane Savoie was the first to promote mental training tools and techniques as integral to competitive riding success, and her cross-training concepts for the horse—how to use dressage fundamentals for every equestrian sport—have been called “not just a read, but a must read for every hunter-jumper rider.”

Teddy the Jumps in My Life

Teddy the Jumps in My Life
Author: Juan Carlos Pocasangre
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2020-10-21
Genre: History
ISBN: 1664127852

Inspiration Awaits You! At a very young age, Teddy Palacios Flores was homeless, hungry, and alone in the streets of Guatemala. Nevertheless, due to his love of country, love of sport and love of the few family members who taught him morality and spirituality during the first ten years of his life, he soared to heights he never imagined. Join Teddy as he tells his inspiring true story of perseverance and hope despite enormous challenges including discrimination for being poor and black. Discover how Teddy became an accomplished athlete, educator and philanthropist. An intriguing and heartfelt book for all ages, it is jam-packed with life lessons—it could possibly even change your life!

Jabari Tries

Jabari Tries
Author: Gaia Cornwall
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2022-02-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1536227951

Jabari is inventing a machine that will fly all the way across the yard! But making it go from CRASH to WHOOSH will take grit, patience, and maybe even a little help from his sister. Jabari is making a flying machine in his backyard! “It’ll be easy. I don’t need any help,” he declares. But it doesn’t work! Jabari is frustrated. Good thing Dad is there for a pep talk and his little sister, Nika, is there to assist, fairy wings and all. With the endearing father-child dynamic of Jabari Jumps and engaging mixed-media illustrations, Gaia Cornwall’s tale shows that through perseverance and flexibility, an inventive thought can become a brilliant reality.

Jump Attack

Jump Attack
Author: Tim S. Grover
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2014-06-03
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1476714452

Legendary trainer Tim Grover’s internationally acclaimed training program used by the pros, including Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant—now completely revised, updated, and expanded, with 100 new photos. Since 1989 when Tim Grover began training Michael Jordan, hundreds of elite competitors have turned to Grover to become stronger, faster, and more powerful, both physically and mentally. From Jordan to Kobe Bryant to Dwyane Wade and countless other superstars, Grover’s revolutionary methods have made the best even better, year after year. In Jump Attack, Grover shares the revolutionary program he uses to train the pros. A fitness bible for athletes around the world, this three-phase, twelve-week program has been completely updated with new exercises and workouts as well as cutting-edge information on training, nutrition, longevity, injury prevention, and more. Devised for explosive power, quickness, endurance, and agility, this intensely challenging workout pushes athletes out of their comfort zones, tests their capacity to go harder, and turns “I can’t” into “Just try and stop me.” You don’t have to be an elite athlete to benefit from Grover’s program—but you can attain the mindset of a champion through the physical program outlined in this complete plan. Says Grover: “This is how my pros do it. If you want to become more explosive, stronger, and faster, if you want to jump higher and improve your overall athletic performance in any sport, this is exactly how we do it today: This program is the difference between jumping and taking flight.”

David Jumps In

David Jumps In
Author: Alan Woo
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2020-03-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1771388455

An old game helps a new kid find his footing. It is David’s first day at his brand-new school. He doesn’t know anyone. At recess, he stands alone and watches the other children enjoying their activities on the playground, from practicing soccer moves and climbing monkey bars to playing hopscotch and daydreaming in the grass. Bundled deep inside David’s pocket is a string of rubber bands, knotted and ready for a game of elastic skip. But will anyone want to try that game? he wonders. Will anyone want to play with him? Sometimes you’ve got to stretch yourself to find the place where you belong.