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Running with the Firm
by James Bannon'Of course I'm a f**king hooligan, you pr**k. I am a hooligan...there I've said it...I'm a hooligan. And, do you know why? Because that's my f**king job.'In 1995, a film called I.D., about an ambitious young copper who was sent undercover to track down the ‘generals’ of a football hooligan gang, achieved cult status for its sheer brutality and unsettling insight into the dark and often bloody side of the so-called beautiful game.The film was so shocking it was hard to believe the mindless events that took place could ever happen in the real world. Well, believe it now...Almost twenty years on, the man behind the film has explosively revealed that the script was largely a true story. That man, James Bannon, was the ambitious undercover cop. The football club was Millwall F.C. and the gang that he infiltrated was The Bushwackers, among the most brutal and fearless in English football. In Running with the Firm, Bannon shares his intense and dangerous journey into the underworld of football hooliganism where sickening levels of violence prevail over anything else. He introduces you to the hardest thugs from football’s most notorious gangs, tells all about the secret and almost comical police operations that were meant to bring them down, and, how once you’re on the inside, getting out from the mob proves to be the biggest mission of all.A disturbing but compelling read, this is the book that proves fact really is stranger than fiction.
Running with the Kenyans: Discovering the Secrets of the Fastest People on Earth
by Adharanand Finn"A dusty road stretches into the distance like a pencil line across the arid landscape. Lions, rhino, and buffalo roam the plains on either side. But I haven't come to Kenya to spot wildlife. I've come to run." Whether running is your recreation, your religion, or just a spectator sport, Adharanand Finn's incredible journey to the elite training camps of Kenya will captivate and inspire you. Part travelogue, part memoir, this mesmerizing quest to uncover the secrets of the world's greatest runners--and put them to the test--combines practical advice, a fresh look at barefoot running, and hard-won spiritual insights. As a boy growing up in the English countryside, Adharanand Finn was a natural runner. While other kids struggled, he breezed through schoolyard races, imagining he was one of his heroes: the Kenyan long-distance runners exploding into prominence as Olympic and world champions. But as he grew up, pursued a career in journalism, married and had children, those childhood dreams slipped away--until suddenly, in his mid-thirties, Finn realized he might have only one chance left to see how far his talents could take him. Uprooting his family of five, including three small children, Finn traveled to Iten, a small, chaotic town in the Rift Valley province of Kenya--a mecca for long-distance runners thanks to its high altitude, endless running paths, and some of the top training schools in the world. Finn would run side by side with Olympic champions, young hopefuls, and barefoot schoolchildren . . . not to mention the exotic--and sometimes dangerous--wildlife for which Kenya is famous. Here, too, he would meet a cast of colorful characters, including his unflappable guide, Godfrey Kiprotich, a former half marathon champion; Christopher Cheboiboch, one of the fastest men ever to run the New York City Marathon; and Japhet, a poor, bucktoothed boy with unsuspected reservoirs of courage and raw speed. Amid the daily challenges of training and of raising a family abroad, Finn would learn invaluable lessons about running--and about life. Running with the Kenyans is more than one man's pursuit of a lifelong dream. It's a fascinating portrait of a magical country--and an extraordinary people seemingly born to run.
Running with the Mind of Meditation
by Sakyong Mipham RinpocheA unique fitness program from a highly respected spiritual leader that blends physical and spiritual practice for everyone - regardless of age, spiritual background, or ability - to great benefits for both body and soul. As a Tibetan lama and leader of Shambhala (an international community of 165 meditation centers), Sakyong Mipham has found physical activity to be essential for spiritual well-being. He's been trained in horsemanship and martial arts but has a special love for running. Here he incorporates his spiritual practice with running, presenting basic meditation instruction and fundamental principles he has developed. Even though both activities can be complicated, the lessons here are simple and designed to show how the melding of internal practice with physical movement can be used by anyone - regardless of age, spiritual background, or ability - to benefit body and soul.
Running with the Pack
by Mark Rowlan&“Most of the serious thinking I have done over the past twenty years has been done while running,&” says philosophy professor Mark Rowlands, who has run for most of his life. And for him, running and philosophizing, are inextricably connected.In Running with the Pack, he reveals the most significant runs of his life—from the entire day he spent running as a boy in Wales, to the runs along French beaches and up Irish mountains with his beloved wolf, Brenin, and through Florida swamps with his husky-mix, Nina. Intertwined with this honest, passionate and witty memoir are the fascinating meditations that those runs triggered, from mortality, midlife, and the meaning of life. A highly original and moving book that will make the philosophically inclined want to run, and those who love running become intoxicated by the beauty of philosophy.
Running with the Pack: Thoughts From The Road On Meaning And Mortality
by Mark Rowlands"Most of the serious thinking I have done over the past twenty years has been done while running," says philosophy professor Rowlands, who has run for most of his life. And for him, running and philosophizing are inextricably connected.In Running with the Pack, he reveals the most significant runs of his life--from the entire day he spent running as a boy in Wales, to the runs along French beaches and up Irish mountains with his beloved wolf, Brenin, and through Florida swamps with his dog, Nina. Intertwined with this honest, passionate, and witty memoir are the fascinating meditations that those runs triggered, including mortality, midlife, and the meaning of life.A highly original and moving book that will make the philosophically inclined want to run, and make those who love running become intoxicated by the beauty of philosophy.
Running: An Inspiration
by Ali ClarkeRunning isn’t a hobby, it’s a way of life. Capturing the strength, the speed, the stamina and the pure exhilaration of a great run, these stunning photographs and inspiring quotations showcase the beauty of the world’s most enduringly popular sport.
Running: An Inspiration
by Ali ClarkeRunning isn’t a hobby, it’s a way of life. Capturing the strength, the speed, the stamina and the pure exhilaration of a great run, these stunning photographs and inspiring quotations showcase the beauty of the world’s most enduringly popular sport.
Running: The Autobiography
by Ronnie O'SullivanI used to rely on drugs and alcohol to keep me going, but now I've got the healthiest addiction going - running. This book explains how running has helped me to fight my demons - my addictive personality, depression, my dad's murder conviction, the painful break-up with the mother of my children - and allowed me to win five World Snooker Championships. It is also about all of the great things in my life - my kids, snooker, my dad's release from prison, great mates who have helped me, and the psychiatrist Dr Steve Peters, who has taught me how not to run away when things get tough. Finally, it's about what it's like to get the buzz - from running, from snooker, from life. Because when it comes down to it, everyone needs something to drive them on.g.This is a book about what it takes to be a champion - the sacrifices you have to make, the obsessive practice, the selfishness. Finally, it's a book about what it's like to get the buzz. and I hope anybody who's ever got the running buzz will relate to this.
Running: The Autobiography
by Ronnie O'SullivanWorld Snooker Champion Ronnie O'Sullivan's frank and honest account of his astonishingly dramatic life.I used to rely on drugs and alcohol to keep me going, but now I've got the healthiest addiction going - running.This book explains how running has helped me to fight my demons - my addictive personality, depression, my dad's murder conviction, the painful break-up with the mother of my children - and allowed me to win five World Snooker Championships.It is also about all of the great things in my life - my kids, snooker, my dad's release from prison, great mates who have helped me, and the psychiatrist Dr Steve Peters, who has taught me how not to run away when things get tough.Finally, it's about what it's like to get the buzz - from running, from snooker, from life. Because when it comes down to it, everyone needs something to drive them on.
Runs in the Family: An Incredible True Story of Football, Fatherhood, and Belonging
by Sarah Spain Deland McCulloughDiscover a powerful exploration of identity, family, and fatherhood through the true story of an adopted Black man searching for his biological family. Uncover the profound impact of the choices we make as fathers, sons, and individuals finding where we belong. A heartfelt read for anyone reflecting on the meaning of fatherhood and connection this Father&’s Day.Runs in the Family follows the remarkable true story of Deland McCullough, a football coach and father of four whose life was forever changed by the unsealing of his adoption records. His hidden past harbored an astonishing secret. In 1972, sixteen-year-old Carol Briggs gave birth to Jon Kenneth Briggs during a snowstorm in Pittsburgh and made the difficult decision to put him up for adoption, hoping he would land in a stable, two-parent household. Adopted by a well-known Youngstown, Ohio, radio DJ and his wife, Jon was renamed Deland McCullough. Deland&’s childhood was far from idyllic, disrupted by his adoptive parents&’ turbulent divorce and his mother&’s subsequent abusive relationships. Amid this uncertainty and instability at home, football became a sanctuary, providing Deland with mentorship and a sense of belonging. He learned to channel his insecurities and feelings of disconnection into an unrelenting drive to prove his doubters wrong and surpass the expectations others had for him. After making the transition from professional player to respected coach, Deland&’s longing to understand his origins intensified, driven by a desire to fill out his family medical history and piece together the fragmented parts of his identity. The search that ensued led to a life-altering discovery, an examination of family in all its forms, and an exploration of all the ways we inherit, learn, and disrupt generational trauma. Based on Emmy and Peabody Award–winning sports journalist Sarah Spain&’s viral ESPN article, Runs in the Family is an emotional examination of the sacrifices, choices, and nurturing that shape us and our loved ones. It offers a heartfelt testament to the profound impact of family and the kind of love and mentorship that can forge enduring bonds that transcend biology.
Rush
by Nyrae DawnThis heartbreaking, powerful New Adult male/male romance will be loved by fans of Jamie McGuire, Jessica Sorensen and Abbi Glines, as well as by all fans of Nyrae Dawn's The Games trilogy...What if you fell in love with your best friend? But no one could ever know...Brandon Chase has always defined himself by one thing: football. He's the star of the team, an idol to his teammates and surrounded by the hottest girls. But Brandon has a secret - how he really feels about his friend Alec Andrews. Rather than confront the truth, Brandon pushes Alec away. But when Brandon is seriously injured in a car crash, the only person who can get through to him is Alec. Against all odds, Alec helps Brandon train his way back to fitness and prepare for the NFL draft. As they spend the summer together, the two can't deny their attraction - the rush they feel when they're together is impossible to deny and neither wants to walk away. Will Brandon be brave enough to face the consequences of following his heart? No matter what the cost?
Rush for the Gold: Mystery at the Olympics (The Sports Beat #6)
by John FeinsteinNew York Times bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein dives headfirst into a scandal of Olympic proportions in this exciting sports mystery. Teen sports reporter Susan Carol is competing as a swimmer at her first-ever Olympic games. It's the opportunity of a lifetime, and her best friend Stevie is both amazed and envious. Usually they cover sporting events together, now he's covering her. But Stevie can't shake the feeling that something's not right. Everyone wants a piece of Susan Carol's success--agents, sponsors, the media. Just how far will they go to ensure that America's newest Olympic darling wins gold? John Feinstein has been praised as "the best writer of sports books in America today" (The Boston Globe), and he proves it again in this fast-paced novel.From the Hardcover edition.
Rush to the Altar
by Abby GreenRush to the Altar is a billionaire boss, marriage of convenience romance set in the fast-paced world of F1 by USA TODAY bestselling author Abby Green. Fast-tracked… up the aisle! When shy housekeeper Lili Spirenze overhears that her boss, Cassian Corti, needs a legitimate heir to secure his fortune, she makes an out-of-character proposal. She&’ll marry the racing legend! So long as she doesn&’t need to leave the peace and security of his Lake Como estate… Seeing his intriguing bride at the altar floors Cassian. He&’s used to running on adrenaline—not pure, unadulterated desire! He can&’t stop thinking about Lili… And with the press clamoring to know who the Italian has discreetly rushed to wed, there&’s only one solution: bring his wife with him into the spotlight! From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Rush: A passionately romantic, unforgettable love story
by Samantha TowleFrom Samantha Towle, New York Times bestselling author of Breaking Hollywood and Ruin, comes a new powerful, passionate and dramatic contemporary romance."With the first pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, the New York Giants select..." It's been three years since quarterback Ares Kincaid's NFL dream came true, and he's living the high life. The days of cleaning up after his drunk of a father are long gone, and he has no intention of going back. A car crash and DUI charge meant a lengthy stint in rehab for Arianna Petrelli, and her dream of being a professional artist slips further away when she's sacked from her position at a gallery. Her need for a job stronger even than her dislike of football, Ari goes to work for her father, the head coach of the New York Giants. Ares hates alcoholics, which is fine with Ari because she thinks he's a brainless jock. Yet when Ares rescues Ari from a situation with her ex-boyfriend, an unlikely friendship begins - one that quickly becomes more. But messing around with the coach's daughter can only lead to one thing...trouble.'A moving and fan-yourself-worthy love story' USA Today's Happy Ever After on Ruin
Rushing Amy: A Love And Football Novel (Love Football #2)
by Julie BrannaghA florist and former football star make an unlikely—yet winning—team in this sparkling sports romance from the author of Blitzing Emily. For Amy Hamilton, only three Fs matter: Family, Football, and Flowers. It might be nice to find someone to share Forever with, too, but right now she&’s working double overtime while she gets her flower shop off the ground. The last thing she needs or wants is a distraction . . . or help, for that matter. Especially in the form of gorgeous and aggravatingly arrogant ex-NFL star Matt Stephens. Matt lives by a playbook—his playbook. He never thought his toughest opponent would come in the form of a stunning florist with a stubborn streak to match his own. Since meeting her in the bar after her sister&’s wedding, he&’s known there&’s something between them. After she refuses—again and again—to go out with him, Matt will do anything to win her heart . . . But will Amy, who has everything to lose, let the clock run out on the one-yard line?
Russell Westbrook: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Premier Point Guards
by Clayton GeoffreysNewly revised for the 2017-2018 season, Russell Westbrook: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Premier Point Guards details the inspirational story of basketball's superstar point guard, Russell Westbrook. Russell Westbrook's ascent into the top point guards in the NBA amongst the likes of Chris Paul and Stephen Curry has definitely been a surprise. From once struggling to make his high school varsity team (he did not make it until his junior year) to spending his freshman year at UCLA as a benchwarmer, few would have predicted that Russell Westbrook would be selected as the fourth overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. The rest is history as the Oklahoma City Thunder continue their quest for a championship. <P><P> Russell Westbrook is easily one of the most exciting point guards to play the game of basketball. From flashy crossovers to high flying dunks, Russell Westbrook has a bright basketball career ahead of him. When Kevin Durant came down with a foot injury, Russell Westbrook rose as a primary leader for the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the first season since Durant's departure from Oklahoma City, Westbrook again rose to the occasion as he captured the MVP award while putting up forty-two triple doubles in the regular season, a historic record. <P><P> It will be exciting to see how Westbrook and the Thunder do in this year's NBA season as Paul George joins the team. More importantly though, it'll be interesting to see how Westbrook continues to mature as a leader. But don't delay, pick up your copy of Russell Westbrook: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Premier Point Guards today.
Russell Wilson (Amazing Athletes Ser.)
by Jon M FishmanWhen Russell Wilson played for the University of Wisconsin, many people thought he was too short to be a starting quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). But he proved these doubters wrong. This Seattle Seahawks quarterback led his team to victory in his very first season, winning the 2014 Super Bowl. Football fans cheer his passing power and leadership skills. Find out more about Russell's journey to the top.
Russia and the 2018 FIFA World Cup (Critical Research in Football)
by Richard ArnoldDespite many negative expectations of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Russia delivered one of the best World Cups in living memory. This book brings together leading scholars working in Russian studies, sociology and political science to analyse the 2018 World Cup and assess its significance for sport, Russia and the world. The book explores the connections between sport, soft power, populism, protest, and international politics, and investigates topics including security, surveillance, social media and patriotic mobilization, shining new light on key contemporary themes in the social sciences. It reflects upon the importance of sporting mega-events for public diplomacy, and considers what the 2018 World Cup can tell us about the current condition of Russian society and the Russian state. This is fascinating reading for anybody with an interest in soccer, sport and society, Russia, international politics, events, or post-Soviet societies.
Rusty the Trustworthy Pony: Book 15
by Pippa FunnellMeet Tilly Redbrow, who doesn't just love horses - she lives, breathes and dreams them too! When gentle pony, Rusty, arrives at Silver Shoe Farm, Tilly senses something special about him. Soon Rusty forms a close bond with a young autistic boy called Edward, and Tilly is sure this is the beginning of a lifelong friendship.From Pony Club to riding for the British team, and for every girl who has ever longed for a pony of her own, these delightful, warm and engaging stories are packed with Pippa Funnell's expert advice on everything you ever wanted to know about horses.
Rusty the Trustworthy Pony: Book 15 (Tilly's Pony Tails #15)
by Pippa FunnellMeet Tilly Redbrow, who doesn't just love horses - she lives, breathes and dreams them too! When gentle pony, Rusty, arrives at Silver Shoe Farm, Tilly senses something special about him. Soon Rusty forms a close bond with a young autistic boy called Edward, and Tilly is sure this is the beginning of a lifelong friendship.From Pony Club to riding for the British team, and for every girl who has ever longed for a pony of her own, these delightful, warm and engaging stories are packed with Pippa Funnell's expert advice on everything you ever wanted to know about horses.
Rutas (Hike): Senderismo para descubrir el mundo
by DK Eyewitness* Incluye mapas y perfiles de altitud.* Abarca 125 recorridos, desde sencillas caminatas de un día hasta grandes travesías.* Incluye la ruta del Camino de Santiago y la Garganta del Cares.* Cada capítulo explora un continente diferente.125 rutas para descubrir el mundo.Es hora de calzarse las botas y emprender una gran aventura. Asciende montañas, explora la costa o atraviesa densos bosques. Este libro te invita a recorrer las 125 rutas de senderismo más pintorescas y espectaculares del mundo y te ofrece información para todo tipo de recorridos, desde suaves paseos de un día hasta épicas marchas de larga distancia. Encuentra toda la inspiración para explorar el mundo a pie.—------------* Includes maps and elevation profiles.* Covers 125 hikes, from straightforward day walks to epic cross-country treks.* Each chapter covers a different continent.Compiled by a team of outdoor enthusiasts, this book is packed with ideas for your next hiking trip. Awe-inspiring images and compelling descriptions of each trail will have you itching to get walking, while handy maps, elevation profiles, and practical information. Hike is your ticket to the adventure of a lifetime.
Rx for Deer Hunting Success: Time-Tested Tactics from the Deer Doctor
by Peter J. FiducciaThis ground-breaking book is loaded with new scientific research that will help you become a better deer hunter.This comprehensive guide provides a compilation of in-depth coverage on all methods used to hunt whitetail deer consistently and successfully. Fiduccia’s real-world hunting strategies will benefit both the novice and the veteran deer hunter. Each chapter is specifically designed to provide readers with enhanced skills through innovative tips, as well as strategies to help take their deer hunting success to the next level.Many of the chapters include information rarely seen in print before. Fiduccia shares his five decades of whitetail hunting wisdom and experience in a manner that is easy to understand and apply. His tactics combine time-tested hunting strategies with the most up-to-date scientific research on white-tailed deer. Anyone who reads The Deer Doctor’s Rx to Whitetail Hunting Success will gain the edge in becoming a more effective deer hunter.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.
Ryan Howard
by Jeff SavagePitchers fear Ryan Howard. That's because the Philadelphia Phillies slugger is one of the strongest players in the major leagues. When he hits a baseball, it often flies over the outfield fence. Even as a kid, Ryan was a dangerous hitter and a top athlete. But Ryan has never just relied on his natural talent. He works hard every day to be the best, and his positive attitude and great sense of humor have made him a fan favorite. Learn more about this likable superstar.
Ryker: A Cold Fury Hockey Novel (Carolina Cold Fury Hockey #4)
by Sawyer BennettThe rugged men of the Carolina Cold Fury hockey team are winning hearts once again in another scorching novel from New York Times bestselling author Sawyer Bennett. The stakes have never been higher for Carolina Cold Fury goalie Ryker Evans. With his contract running out, he's got a year left to prove he's still at the top of his game. And since his wife left him, Ryker has been balancing life as a pro-hockey star and a single parent to two daughters. Management is waiting for him to screw up. The fans are ready to pounce. Everybody's taking dirty shots--except for the fiery redhead whose faith in Ryker gives him a fresh start. As the league's only female general manager, Gray Brannon has learned not to mix business with pleasure. And yet even this tough, talented career woman can't help breaking her own rules as she gives Ryker everything she's got. She hopes their hot streak will last forever, but with Ryker's conniving ex plotting to reclaim her man, the pressure's on Gray to step up and save a tender new love before it's too late.
Rückenschmerz und Sport: Evidenzbasierte Prävention und Therapie aus dem Forschungsprojekt "RanRücken"
by Christian Schneider Winfried Banzer Petra Platen Frank Mayer Adamantios ArampatzisUnspezifische Rückenschmerzen sind relevant für das Gesundheitssystem und zählen zu den häufigsten Volkskrankheiten. Neuromuskuläre und strukturelle Defizite, häufig begleitet von biopsychosozialen Faktoren, sind ursächlich für den Beginn und die Chronifizierung der Symptome. Körperliche Aktivität und Sport haben sich in der Therapie und Prävention als evident erwiesen, wobei Art und Dosierung sowie das Trainingsminimum für unterschiedliche Populationen bisher nicht abschließend geklärt war.Das Buch widmet sich den gesicherten Erkenntnissen der Diagnostik, Prävention und Therapie, die aus dem interdisziplinären Projekt „Ran Rücken“ durch das nationale Forschungsnetzwerk „Medicine in Spine Exercise“ (MiSpEx) gewonnen wurden. Zu Beginn führen Kapitel in die Grundlagen von Rückenschmerzen im Sport bzw. in der Allgemeinbevölkerung ein. Anschließende Kapitel befassen sich basierend auf der aktuellen Datenlage mit der strukturellen und funktionellen Diagnostik, sowie mitden präventiven und therapeutischen Zugängen in der Behandlung von unteren Rückenschmerzen. Ergänzt werden die Beiträge durch Schnittstellen zu einer multimodalen Diagnostik und Therapie. Die Vorstellung des MiSpEx Netzwerkes samt Ausführung der Projektergebnisse runden das Buch gelungen ab. Als Zielgruppe werden in Kliniken tätige und niedergelassene Ärzte, Physio- und Trainingstherapeuten, Sportwissenschaftler, Trainer und Übungsleiter sowie weitere Personen, die Patienten mit Rückenproblemen beraten, behandeln oder betreuen, angesprochen.