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As the climbers of the 1996 Mt. Everest disaster vanished into thin air, one man had the courage to bring them down alive... On May 10, 1996, two commercial expeditions headed by expert leaders attempted to scale the world's largest peak. But things went terribly wrong. Crowded conditions, bad judgement, and a bitter storm stopped many climbers in their tracks. Others were left for dead, or stranded on the frigid mountain. Anatoli Boukreev, head climbing guide for the Mountain Madness expedition, stepped into the heart of the storm and brought three of his clients down alive. Here is his amazing story-of an expedition fated for disaster, of the blind ambition that drives people to attempt such dangerous ventures, and of a modern-day hero, who risked his own life to save others..

You may have heard people talking about exercising their "core." Your chest, back, and stomach muscles are your core. These muscles are some of the most important in your body. Keeping them in shape is a big part of staying in shape now and in the future. Learn how to stay safe while working out your core muscles--and how to stick with an exercise plan. Discover the connection between core workouts and overall fitness!

Endurance, the amount of time you can stay active, is a big part of staying in shape. Building your endurance by working out and pushing yourself can put you on a path to health and fitness for the future. Cardio training--whether running, biking, or swimming--is one of the best ways to build endurance and get a great workout. Learn about safety during cardio workouts, as well as how you can make a plan for cardio training--and stick to it!

Sports is a comprehensive reference to 125 amateur and professional sports, featuring classic Olympic athletic events (track and field, aquatics, gymnastics, combat sports, and equestrian events), as well as team, individual and motor sports (boxing, hockey, tennis, skiing, soccer, basketball, and Formula 1). With one thousand annotated illustrations and four hundred color photographs, this book explains the games' history, rules, strategies, facilities and equipment. In addition, there are highlights of the greatest players from the past and present, analyses of changes in technology and comparisons of performance over the years. The presentation of the information is fascinating for browsers and fans. How big is a soccer pitch? What are the four types of tennis court surface? How do you throw the hammer? It is all here, plus three indices (terms, symbols and illustrations). Athlete profiles that list physical and mental requirements for each sport are invaluable guides for young athletes choosing a sport. For a full table of contents and sample page spreads, visit: fireflybooks.com/books/sports.html

Many people love to watch sports--but getting off the couch and playing your favorite sport is a great way to lose weight and stay in shape. Whether you're racing down the soccer field on a breakaway or jumping to take a three-pointer on the basketball court, being active is the most important part of being fit now and in the future. Find out why physical activity is so important for your health, and how to find activities that work best for you. Learn how your favorite sports can be a great way to get active and stay fit, while also being a lot of fun. Discover how you can stay safe, have fun, and get a good workout by playing the sports you love!

With exciting dance music and lots of energy, step aerobics and aerobic dance have become more and more popular for people who want to workout while having fun. Aerobic activities classes offer a huge number of different workouts to try. Finding one that works for you can be a great way to get active. Find out what you need to do to stay safe during step aerobic and dance classes. Learn more about the world of step aerobics and aerobic dance, including how moving your body to a beat can help you lose weight, stay in shape, and have a lot of fun!

"Run, walk, swim, or cycle to get this book. The highly readable, fascinating history of women's sports in America ... Winning Ways will be an inspiration to today's athletes, both male and female." - Booklist, starred review

Around the world, millions of people love to work out using yoga or Pilates. These exercises help people to get in shape, lose weight, and keep a positive attitude. While yoga has been around for hundreds of years, and Pilates was only created a few decades ago, many people are combining yoga and Pilates today to push their bodies further. Learn more about how yoga and Pilates can improve your body, your mind, and your life. Discover how to live a fit and healthy life through yoga and Pilates!