Complete Book of Throws

Complete Book of Throws
Author:
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2003
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780736041140

Jay Silvester's guide presents the reader with in-depth analysis and teaching of the skills and techniques required for the shot put, discus, javelin and the hammer.

Throwing Pots

Throwing Pots
Author: Phil Rogers
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2000-10-13
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780812217575

A complete guide, by a noted and experienced potter, to throwing pots.

Wheel-thrown Pottery

Wheel-thrown Pottery
Author: Bill Van Gilder
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2006
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781579908553

Beginners can try hand building, and progress onto the fundamentals of wheel-throwing. They?ll get expert tips on shaping spouts, handles and feet; adding texture, color, and luster; and combining techniques to create a variety of attractive projects.

Clean Your Cleats

Clean Your Cleats
Author: Dan Blewett
Publisher: Dan Blewett
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2022-02-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN:

What Does it Take to Have a Great Baseball Career? You daydream about one day seeing your face on a baseball card. You live for pressure and the green grass beneath your cleats. But as your career progresses, the game gets harder. You slump and struggle. You get injured and overlooked. Your confidence plummets. Can you keep improving? Are your big dreams still within reach? A Handbook for the Dedicated Player Clean Your Cleats is filled with stories and advice learned the hard way, over a long career on the diamond. Develop better routines and improve your consistency. Handle the ups and downs with confidence and resolve. Strengthen relationships with teammates, parents and coaches. Learn mindset strategies to become the best version of you. Dan Blewett, in this practical guide, helps players understand all the little things in baseball that make a huge difference over a long career. Why clean your cleats? Because every detail matters.

The Basics of Throwing

The Basics of Throwing
Author: David Cohen
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2008-06-18
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780812220414

In this detailed and richly illustrated book, veteran potter David Cohen delves into the fundamentals of throwing ceramics—from the mechanics of the wheel to aesthetics to the importance of breath and posture

KODOKAN JUDO:THROWING TECHNIQUES

KODOKAN JUDO:THROWING TECHNIQUES
Author: 醍醐敏郎
Publisher: Kodansha International
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2005-06
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9784770023308

Focusing on Kodokan Judo, this book contains full descriptions of all 67 throws, with variations and practice guides. In addition, it details the origins of some techniques, using old and rare photos of Kano in action. It is suitable for all judo practitioners. The author was a 3-times Olympic Judo champion in his youth, and became the chief instructor of Kodokan - the official Judo headquarters. This book is the successor to the perennial bestseller Kodokan Judo', by the founder Jigoro Kano, and contains full descriptions of all 67 throws, with variations and'

Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing
Author: Emily Reason
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2010
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781600592447

Offers a comprehensive introduction to the mechanics of wheel-thrown ceramics. Includes nine projects.

Japanese Throwing Weapons

Japanese Throwing Weapons
Author: Daniel Fletcher
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2012-08-21
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 146290985X

Master the Japanese art of shuriken throwing with this illustrated martial arts guide. Japanese Throwing Weapons: Mastering Shuriken Throwing Techniques is a detailed instruction manual for learning authentic shuriken throwing techniques as practiced in Japan, known as shuriken-jutsu. Daniel Fletcher studied under Japan's most notable shuriken sensei, Yasuyuki Otsuka, of the Meifu Shinkage Ryu and in this knife throwing book he reveals the secrets learned in his years of study and training. Fletcher explains the origins and purpose of the shuriken as a weapon and provides information on the various types of shuriken used by the historical samurai and ninjas. Fletcher's expert instructions, along with over 200 photographs and the enclosed DVD can help anyone become proficient with Japanese throwing techniques. Weapons instruction includes: Shaken Shuriken--The most familiar of the shuriken family, this sharp-edged, star-shaped weapon is the one typically seen in martial arts film. Bo Shuriken--Shaped like a spike, easy to manufacture, economical, and convenient to carry, this simple weapon is a staple in the arsenal of the Japanese warrior. Teppan Shuriken--A multi-purpose weapon made from iron plates, it can take a variety of shapes and is used both for throwing or hand-to-hand combat.

The Ultimate Guide to Knife Throwing

The Ultimate Guide to Knife Throwing
Author: Bobby Branton
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 133
Release: 2015-07-21
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1632209128

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to throw knives or tomahawks, look no further than The Ultimate Guide to Knife Throwing. This comprehensive guide is perfect for everyone from novices who have never picked up a knife to seasoned knife and tomahawk throwers looking to compete in their first tournament. Bobby Branton has been a foremost expert in the field of knife throwing and handcrafting custom throwing knives for over thirty years and shares his expertise here with easy step-by-step directions. Branton shows readers two methods of throwing knives that are most popular with knife throwers today. He will also share his extensive knife-making experience by showing readers how to make a quality throwing knife on a budget. In addition to improving technical skills, this guide will also give readers a brief history of the sport—covering everyone from the pioneers of the sport to today’s modern impalement artists. This book will give you the tools needed to learn everything from the basics of knife and tomahawk throwing to how to start your own knife and tomahawk throwing club. Readers will learn how to construct targets, learn the basic stance, basic knife and tomahawk grips, and the mechanics of throwing knives and tomahawks. Branton’s guide gives an in-depth look at this fast-growing sport, with a strong emphasis placed on safety. The Ultimate Guide to Knife Throwing is a must for anyone interested in the sport of knife throwing. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Phil Simms on Passing

Phil Simms on Passing
Author: Phil Simms
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Total Pages: 205
Release: 1996
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780688141004

The former Giants quarterback presents theories and drills that break passing down to its simplest components, demonstrate fundamental steps and movements, and reinforce mechanics, strength, and flexibility