If you’d like to experience the thrills—but avoid the spills—of windsurfing, this is the book that will get you ready to set sail! From basic skills to descriptions of some of the world’s most popular windsurfing locales, Windsurfing provides all the information you need to get started in this exhilarating sport. Ken Winner, former world-champion windsurfer, shares the knowledge he has gained in two decades of windsurfing competition. His expert instruction, presented in an easy-to-read style, makes learning the basics so simple, you’ll want to head out on the water immediately! Filled with dozens of full-color photos, this comprehensive guide covers all the fundamentals beginners need so they can become competent windsurfers, including:

• how to determine which type of windsurfing is right for you,


• what to wear,


• where to get the equipment you need,


• how to find a good sailing site,


• how to perform basic turns,


• exercises to strengthen and stretch muscles and prevent injury,


• how to avoid problems and prepare for emergencies, and


• much more.

Now, you can join the growing number of people who are discovering the fun and fitness benefits of snowshoeing—this complete guide shows you how. Whether you’re a beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals or an experienced snowshoer who lacks formal instruction, Snowshoeing provides everything you need so you can enjoy this great winter fitness activity for many years to come. Sally Edwards, the woman responsible for popularizing triathlons in the 1980s, and Melissa McKenzie are avid snowshoers who developed a new user-friendly snowshoe design. Combining an engaging writing style with dozens of colorful photos, they explain what you need to know before you even set foot in the snow. You’ll learn how to:

• determine which type of snowshoe works best for you,


• choose the proper size of snowshoe for your needs, and


• select comfortable and safe clothing and accessories.