Figure Skating
Author | : Jennifer MacKay |
Publisher | : Greenhaven Publishing LLC |
Total Pages | : 104 |
Release | : 2012-06-12 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781420510133 |
ISBN-13 | : 1420510134 |
Rating | : 4/5 (134 Downloads) |
Download or read book Figure Skating written by Jennifer MacKay and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2012-06-12 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Figure skating, which is the world's most popular winter Olympic sport, is the subject of this volume. Though figure skaters are often known for their theatrical and artistic performances, author Jennifer MacKay outlines for readers the complex physical and biomechanical properties at work in this beautiful and demanding sport. From the development of the indoor ice rink, to the application of Newton's laws of motion, to the psychological challenges faced by many skaters, MacKay explores how these athletes achieve amazing physical accomplishments and perfect their art.