sprinting

"Set in a diverse neighborhood in Scarborough, Ontario, this book follows Michaela as she goes from a solitary runner to an athlete who contributes to the success of her cross-country team. Discouraged by an incident at her mostly-white summer camp, Michaela comes into her own as part of her racially diverse school track team. Focusing on themes of persistence, friendship and overcoming rivalries, this book illuminates traits of connection, empathy and forgiveness"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the Caribbean island of Jamaica's domination in sprinting, namely the role Olympic runner Usain Bolt has played in opening the door for others worldwide.

Describes the sprint technique which calls for the fastest, most efficient burst of speed possible, stressing that it is a skill anyone can learn.

Examines world-class sprinting and the skills necessary to become a skilled sprinter and covers the extensive training involved and profiles some of the world's most famous athletes and Olympic champions.

A biography of the United States Olympic track and field star known as "Flojo.".

Profiles the lives and careers of Evelyn Ashford, Florence Griffith-Joyner, Gail Devers, and seven other Olympic gold medalists who won the 100, 200, or 400 meter dash.

A biography emphasizing the running career of the Olympic gold medalist who set new records in the 1988 Games in Seoul.

A biography of the noted sprinter who won three gold medals at the 1988 Olympics.

Each title in this series will focus on one sport (or a group of related sports) that will give readers an overview of the sport, scientific principles and concepts related to the sport, biomechanics and physiology related to playing the sport, and relevant elements of related sports medicine.