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  Powerlifting Prowess - Strength...

  Zane Ryder

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  Powerlifting is a strength sport that focuses on three core lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. These exercises form the foundation of powerlifting and test an athlete's maximal strength in a single, controlled repetition. Unlike bodybuilding, which emphasizes aesthetics, powerlifting prioritizes pure strength and the ability to lift as much weight as possible in each of the three lifts. 
  The origins of powerlifting date back to the mid-20th century, evolving from earlier strength competitions and "odd lift" contests. It was officially recognized as a sport in the 1970s, with the establishment of the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF). Over the decades, powerlifting has grown significantly, attracting athletes from various backgrounds who are united by their pursuit of raw power. 
  Powerlifting offers a range of benefits that extend beyond the competition platform. It is an excellent way to build muscle mass, improve bone density, and enhance overall physical resilience. The structured nature of powerlifting training fosters discipline and goal-setting, while the supportive community surrounding the sport often inspires camaraderie and mutual encouragement.

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  To the Gorge - Running Grief...

  Emily Halnon

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  When Emily Halnon lost her beloved mother to a rare uterine cancer at just sixty-six years old, she wanted to do something monumental to honor the person her mother had been. Emily's mom had taken up running in her late forties; she ran her first marathon at fifty. She even went skydiving to celebrate her sixtieth birthday. 
   
   
   
  Emily, already an accomplished ultrarunner, decided to try to break the record for the Fastest Known Time by a woman on the Pacific Crest Trail's 460 miles across Oregon. 
   
   
   
  To the Gorge takes the listener through her seven days, nineteen hours, and twenty-three minutes on the trail, covering nearly sixty miles a day on foot over rugged terrain, and battling all the issues that could arise during such a monstrous undertaking. All the while, she simultaneously struggles with how to get through the profound grief of losing her mom. 
   
   
   
  Interwoven with Halnon's eight-day effort are her remembrances from her mother's life and death, exploring the complicated experience of grief—and what shines through it. 
   
   
   
  Filled with adventure and heart, To the Gorge invites listeners to consider what our greatest losses can teach us about how to live the one life we get.

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  Survive and Thrive 2-In-1...

  Ted Riley

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  When you're properly prepared, your "worst-case scenario" is better than most people's. But there are two crucial possibilities you MUST be ready for… 
  Gone are the days when disaster preparedness was a preoccupation of the paranoid few.  
  Only a quarter of US citizens have a go bag ready for an emergency, and a very small number have considered what they’ll do if they’re suddenly without power. 
  This essential 2-in-1 survival collection is everything you need to ensure your plan is complete.  
  Inside, you’ll discover:Immediate short-term solutions to see you through the first few days of disasterA full range of emergency backups you can fall back on if you’re currently totally reliant on the gridWhat to do when cash means nothing How to get access to clean, safe water Everything you need to know about communicating with the outside world in a grid-down emergencyHow to recognize the signs that evacuation is your best optionHow to choose the perfect bug-out location for your familyYour guide to building the ultimate bug-out bag Everything you need to know about route planning and transportation in an emergencyThe extra details you must consider if you have children, elderly relatives, or petsPractical activities, easy DIY projects, essential skills, and top training tips  
  And much more. 
  If you’re not convinced that your family needs a bug-out plan or you can’t imagine life without the grid, all you need to do is look at the rising number of natural disasters creeping up across the globe.  
  Wouldn’t you rather be prepared to handle anything?

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  The Thinking Horse Breeder - A...

  Jeanette Gower

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  Set yourself up to succeed in your passion for horse breeding. 
  The Thinking Horse Breeder gives powerful insights into the industry and how you can reach your goals. It will challenge your thinking and give you the art, science, and tools for success. 
  ✓ Do you want to raise foals and train them well? 
  ✓ Do you want to make better choices, breed better horses, take breeding to the next level, or learn to be more successful in the industry? 
  ✓ How do you achieve satisfied buyers and grow your reputation? 
  ✓ How do you bring modern methods and technology into your operation? 
  The Thinking Horse Breeder discusses the selection of foundation stock, planning matings, breeding methods, genetic diseases, conformation and temperament, foaling down, young horse training, common problems, financials, marketing, promotion, photography, and ethical considerations in an easy-to-read, authentic style. 
  This book is a step-by-step treasure trove of practical information for those who want to thrive doing what they love. It has a wealth of information for serious students and beautiful photos for gifting the book to family or friends who want to breed a foal or two. 
  Everything you need to know is here in a simple, non-technical format based on the author’s unique experiences and reflections over 50+ years. For aspiring, hobby, or established breeders, this is an invaluable guide to be read over and over so you, too, can master the inevitable challenges and be successful.

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  Birdies Bogeys and Life Lessons...

  Os Hillman

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  Live with purpose on and off the course.
  
  
  In golf and life, you don't always hit a hole in one, but God uses all challenges to demonstrate his grace and mercy. In Birdies, Bogeys, and Life Lessons from the Game of Golf, writer and lifelong golfer Os Hillman shares reflections on golf and the spiritual realities that can be learned from it.
  
  
   
  
  
  Through fifty-two devotions, Os will encourage and challenge you with
  
  - inspiring stories of golfers and the golf experience,
  - personal insights about the joys and hardships of life and golf, and
  - spiritual truths that help renew your relationship with God.
  Discover how the lessons learned in golf reveal deeper truths about God.
  
  
   

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  Arnold Rothstein and the 1919...

  Editors Charles River

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  In the early 20th century, one of the most integral members of the criminal underworld was Arnold Rothstein, the archetype of the old school mobster. He was intelligent, charming, well-spoken, grotesquely wealthy, and a sharp dresser, often pictured with a patterned bowtie and a flat-top fedora snugly fit over his receding hairline. And yet, he was nothing like the stereotypical mobster; Arnold was not a drinker or smoker, and he was not one to be tempted by illicit substances. He was a notorious high roller, with pockets holding wads of $100 bills, but to the casual eye, he was just another dapper, well-mannered gentleman who frequented the tracks and casinos after a long day at the office. 
  Today, Rothstein is remembered for his murky association with the most notorious event in the history of American sports: the fixing of the 1919 World Series by the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox were favored 5:1 to beat the Cincinnati Reds, and for the first time since 1903, the Series would be a best-of-nine format. However, at a time when players were treated as second class, some sought a payday beyond what they made in the leagues, and the White Sox players were some of the most poorly paid in the league. The owner of the team, Charles A. Comiskey, was one of the cheapest owners in the game. 
  Around two weeks before the World Series, Chicago first baseman Chick Gandil met with a gambler in his Boston hotel room. During that meeting, Gandil told Joseph Sullivan that for $100,000, he and other members of the White Sox were willing to take a dive and make sure that the Reds won the World Series. Gandil was able to convince the team’s top two pitchers to go along with the plan, as well as five other players. With that, the plan to throw the World Series was put in motion, and rumors began to spread around the country prior to the start of the series as gamblers wagered large sums of money on the Reds.

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