Month: June 2009

Look out for your new catalogue

Published by Human Kinetics

Calling all schools – your new PE Catalogue from Human Kinetics is on its way and is bursting at the seams with details of over 175 books, DVDs and e-books including 21 new titles. It also contains some excellent money saving offers and special promotional vouchers all designed to make your budget stretch further. You should receive your copy within the next few days but if it hasn’t arrived by the 19th June and you would like a replacement or an additional copy for a colleague, contact our Customer Services Department at hk@hkeurope.com

Demystify the athletic taper

Published by Human Kinetics

Tapering and Peaking for Optimal Performance explains current scientific data on tapering, physiological and psychological effects and how these effects relate to athletic performance.

Be a Pole Star

Published by Human Kinetics

The sport of Nordic Walking was only invented in Finland in the 1980s but is now one of the fastest growing recreational fitness sports in the world with over 8million walkers worldwide. But what exactly is it and what’s the appeal?

Nordic Walking

Published by Human Kinetics

Adaptable, effective and fun, Nordic walking is an outdoor adventure with something for everyone, whether you are looking for a new way to spend time outdoors or simply want an enjoyable new workout.

Congress on Research in Dance 2009

Published by Human Kinetics

Over the three days teachers, researchers and artists from all over the world will discuss key current issues about dance pedagogy

How effective is after burn after exercise?

Published by Human Kinetics

Edward Melanson, an exercise physiologist from the University of Colorado and lead author of the article said “To our surprise, we have found that moderate duration exercise has little, if any, effect on 24-hour fat oxidation (burning).”

NHS pinning hopes on acupuncture

Published by Human Kinetics

Tens of millions of pounds are being wasted by the NHS on useless treatments for back pain, money that should be diverted to alternative therapies such as acupuncture and spinal manipulation, according to the government watchdog.

Get into condition for the new season

Published by Human Kinetics

Complete with assessment tests for determining a players’ fitness status and specific programmes that improve balance, quickness, agility, speed and strength, this book will help players in every position on the pitch.