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Everything gymnastics / by Mcdougall, Chrös,author.(CARDINAL)500401;
Includes bibliographical references (page 63) and index."Every day, gymnasts test their skills as they leap, twist, and soar to new heights in competitions. Many of them hope to become Olympic heroes someday. This title teaches readers about the legends of the sport and the routines that made them famous. Readers can also learn the skills they need to compete"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Gymnastics; Gymnasts; Sports injuries; Artistic gymnastics; Gymnastics coaches; Gymnastics; Gymnastics;
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Snowboarding surprise / by Maddox, Jake,author.(CARDINAL)479715; Berne, Emma Carlson,1979-author.(CARDINAL)352645; Wood, Katie,1981-illustrator.(CARDINAL)427087;
Samira has never been the best gymnast on her team, but she has always worked hard and loved what she was doing; but when a torn rotator cuff sidelines her and six months later her shoulder just does not seem to feel right--she discovers snowboarding, a whole new world of speed and excitement opens up before her, and Samira has to decide which sport to commit to.Ages 8-11.Grades 4-6.590LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Sports fiction.; Snowboarding; Gymnastics; Sports injuries; Decision making;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Peaceful warrior [videorecording] by Amin, Mark.; Bernhardt, Kevin,1961-; Bruckner, Agnes.; Holmes, Ashton.; Mechlowicz, Scott,1981-; Millman, Dan.Way of the peaceful warrior.(CARDINAL)501082; Nolte, Nick.(CARDINAL)436981; Salva, Victor.; Schorr, Robin.(CARDINAL)300214; Smart, Amy,1976-(CARDINAL)848656; Welch, David.(CARDINAL)421428; Winikoff, Cami.; Inferno International (Firm); Lions Gate Films (Santa Monica, Calif.)(CARDINAL)340342; MHF Zweite Academy Film (Firm); Sobini Films (Firm);
Director of photography, Sharone Meir ; editor, Ed Marx ; music, Bennett Salvay ; costume designer, Lynette Meyer ; production designer, Bernt Capra.Scott Mechlowicz, Nick Nolte, Amy Smart, Ashton Holmes, Agnes Bruckner.A talented college gymnast with Olympic dreams is changed when he meets a mysterious stranger named Socrates who holds the power to tap into new worlds of strength and understanding. The gymnast suffers a serious injury, but with the help of Socrates and an elusive young woman, he discovers that he has much to learn and even more to leave behind before he can become a peaceful warrior and find his destiny.MPAA rating: PG-13; for sensuality, sex references and accident scenes.DVD ; region 1 ; anamorphic widescreen (2.35:1) presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround.
Subjects: Biographical films.; Feature films.; Feature films.; Film adaptations.; Melodrama.; Melodrama; Sports; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Fate and fatalism; Gymnastics injuries; Gymnasts; Gymnasts; Peace of mind; Strangers; Atletas; Fatalismo;
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Lessons in falling / by Gallagher, Diana,author.(CARDINAL)630396;
A girl afraid to take risks since a gymnastics injury must take charge of her future after her best friend's failed suicide attempt stains her view of the world, the people in it, and her future. (publisher)
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Fiction.; Gymnasts; Sports injuries; Best friends; Suicidal behavior; Interpersonal relations;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Gymnastics / by McIntosh, J. S.(CARDINAL)593146;
Includes bibliographical references (page 90) and index.Overview of gymnastics -- Mental preparation and safety -- Physical preparation -- Common injuries, treatment, and recovery -- Nutrition and supplements -- The dangers of performance-enhancing drugs.1070L
Subjects: Gymnastics.; Gymnastics;
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Gymnastics / by Schwartz, Heather E.(CARDINAL)480701;
Includes bibliographical references and index.An ancient sport -- Training and conditioning -- Somersaults, headstands, and other beginner moves -- Flying high -- Injuries and treatments -- The psychology of gymnastics.Provides an overview of the sport's origins and evolution, presenting the scientific principles and concepts relevant to gymnastics, the biomechanics and physiology involved, and the elements of sports medicine uniquely associated with gymnasts.
Subjects: Gymnastics;
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Dive right in / by Christopher, Matt,1917-1997.(CARDINAL)724527;
Forced to quit gymnastics to avoid serious injury, twelve-year-old Traci tries to fill the void in her life by taking up diving.700LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Fiction.; Diving;
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Dream to believe [videorecording] / by Kramreither, Anthonyproducer.; Lynch, Paul,1946-director.; Reeves, Keanuactor. (CARDINAL)341233; D'Abo, Oliviaactor.; Madacy Home Video (Firm) ; Miracle Pictures (Firm) ;
Cinematographer, Perci Young.Keanu Reeves, Olivia D'Abo.A feel good story about a teenage gymnast aiming for the championship despite an abusive stepfather, an ailing mother, and injury.MPAA rating: G.DVD, region 1; full screen presentation; 2.0 Dolby stereo.
Subjects: Feature films. ; Gymnasts; Teenagers' dreams; High school students;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Simone Biles : gymnastics legend / by Simons, Lisa M. Bolt,1969-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The "Biles" -- A difficult start -- Medals and misery -- Injury and recovery -- Making history -- The Olympics!"Simone Biles may be small in size, but she is larger than life in the sport of gymnastics! A coach recognized Biles's natural talent at just six years old. Since then, Biles has overcome many challenges to become the most successful gymnast of all time. Find out how she worked her way to the top of the Olympic podium in just 10 years and learn what she plans to do next"--Ages 8-11Grades 4-6820LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Biographies.; Biles, Simone, 1997-; Gymnasts; Women gymnasts;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 6
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It's all in how you fall / by Henning, Sarah,author.(CARDINAL)356225;
After an injury forces fifteen-year-old gymnast Caroline to quit competing, her older brother's best friend Alex promises to help her find a new signature sport, and, in return, she offers to set him up on a date with her former teammate.Ages 12 & up.
Subjects: Novels.; Young adult fiction.; Sports; Dating (Social customs); Ambition; Identity (Philosophical concept);
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 4
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