"Training Basketball" is especially written for kids. It is easy to understand and offers a lot of fun while practicing and playing basketball. You are no longer a beginning basketball player and already have a number of training sessions and tournaments under your belt. You are familiar with the fundamental basketball techniques, enjoy playing with your teammates, and know the feeling of victory as well as defeat. And now you want to continue to learn more and play better. This book is the right training companion for you. The basic techniques are built upon, and there are many suggestions on how to correctly execute a technique, recognize mistakes and practice supplementary exercises. Here you also find out why endurance, strength, agility and speed are so important, and how you can improve your fitness level and keep track of your progress. And surely you are interested in how you and your team can play smart and cope with competitive pressure. In addition, there is lots of interesting information about the sport of basketball, tips on good nutrition, training and getting ready for a game....

Field hockey is an incredibly enjoyable sport for young people. Once you have mastered the basics of the game, how can you improve further? Do you concentrate on shooting techniques, do you try and refine your defence and control skills, or is there a better way to do it all? "Training Field Hockey" is the perfect companion for kids of all ages who want to improve their endurance, strength, speed, and skills. Accompanying the engaging text and easy-to-understand illustrations, are cartoon characters who offers practical advice, fun games and quizzes, as well as the chance to record and review your progress. This will become an essential resource for children who love hockey, as well as parents and coaches who want to keep kids active and motivated....