Extreme Ironing


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"Extreme ironing is the world's newest adrenalin sport--combining the thrill of extreme outdoor activity with the satisfaction of a well-pressed shirt. From its humble beginnings in the English East Midlands city of Leicester in 1997, the sport has gone global, with the first Extreme Ironing World Championships being held in Munich 2002. This is the story of those first five years, written by the sport's founder Phil Shaw--Steam, as he is known by his fellow ironists. Detailing everything you need to know about taking up extreme ironing, the sport's various styles and the world's leading nations, this book also features in-depth coverage of the World Championships and the results of the 2003 Rowenta Trophy, with full-colour action photography throughout"--P. [4] of cover.




Extreme Ironing 101


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The world of extreme sports is evolving every day. Many of us are reinventing the parameters of tradition and creating new ways to do things. In 2016, skateboarding was among several new sports added to the 2020 Olympic line up. Quite impressive if you think about the startup days of skateboarding. In the late 40’s surfers wanted a way to “ride the waves” when there weren’t any. Now, it is the new Olympic sport. Extreme ironists all around the world have the same aspiration for their sport. The book, Extreme Ironing 101: A Quick Guide on How to Extreme Iron Step by Step from A to Z, goes in depth about what extreme ironing really is and the history behind this up-and-coming sport. The sport has already created quite a following, with thousands of extreme ironists worldwide. Ironists all over the world continue to invent new purpose for this extreme sport. Some are searching for exhilarating connections with the forces of nature. Some are wanting to send a message that they know how to iron. Other extreme ironists are examining and altering the framework of convention. Then, there are those that have made it their mission to get more people involved and make this the next Olympic sport. What makes extreme ironing so unique is that it has become a limitless extreme sport. It is about taking ironing outside the traditional setting of indoors, and there are no rules. The rules of engagement are not defined, and this is exactly how ironists want it. Ironists continue to push the limit with this sport by learning from each other and consistently challenging each other to conquer life outside of the existing parameters. The list has no end! Extreme ironing on your surfboard while catching some waves, on a motorcycle, cycling, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, skiing, scuba diving, parasailing, skiing, snowboarding, horseback riding, tree climbing, rock climbing, at the park, summiting the highest peaks. The list goes on. It is about continually challenging yourself. It is like a special defibrillator for all your fears. You are shocked out of your embarrassment. You are shocked out of your fear of the unknown, your fear of heights, your fear of extreme. There is no place to hide, you must face it. You must own it. That is when you start having fun! This book should help you skip all the trial and error moments extreme ironists have so you can focus on mastering your extreme ironing skills. If you want to become an extreme ironist, break out of your comfort zone, master another extreme sport, conquer your fears, or you are just curious - Extreme Ironing 101: A Quick Guide on How to Extreme Iron Step by Step from A to Z About the Expert Marie Claire Medina has spent over five years working as a freelance writer and editor. Born in Hiroshima, Japan, she spent her early childhood years living in between Japan and Okinawa. It was at this early stage in life, where Marie Claire discovered her passion for global cultures and writing. Since then, she has focused on traveling and using her travels to provide her writing with more authenticity and versatility. She is devoted to learning, experiencing, and having a sense of humor. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.




The Mirror of Pharos


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An action-packed, high concept, time-travelling adventure. Full of animal magic and with an epic wolf character. Linked to a website with ‘Meet the Character’ profiles, book excerpt and background stories




Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc


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This volume is the newest release in the authoritative series issued by the National Academy of Sciences on dietary reference intakes (DRIs). This series provides recommended intakes, such as Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs), for use in planning nutritionally adequate diets for individuals based on age and gender. In addition, a new reference intake, the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL), has also been established to assist an individual in knowing how much is "too much" of a nutrient. Based on the Institute of Medicine's review of the scientific literature regarding dietary micronutrients, recommendations have been formulated regarding vitamins A and K, iron, iodine, chromium, copper, manganese, molybdenum, zinc, and other potentially beneficial trace elements such as boron to determine the roles, if any, they play in health. The book also: Reviews selected components of food that may influence the bioavailability of these compounds. Develops estimates of dietary intake of these compounds that are compatible with good nutrition throughout the life span and that may decrease risk of chronic disease where data indicate they play a role. Determines Tolerable Upper Intake levels for each nutrient reviewed where adequate scientific data are available in specific population subgroups. Identifies research needed to improve knowledge of the role of these micronutrients in human health. This book will be important to professionals in nutrition research and education.




Extreme Ironing Adrenaline Rush


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Extreme Ironing is LIFE! Do you or someone you know enjoy Extreme Ironing? Want to surprise and WOW them with a gift that will make them laugh? This simple notebook is perfect for them. You can use it for note-taking, as a journal, planning, doodling, daily diary, anything! DETAILS: Convenient 6" x 9" size fits right in your purse or backpack! Premium Matte Soft Cover 100 college-ruled pages Made in the USA This is THE BEST choice for a Birthday, Christmas, upcoming competition, just because gift!




Tomorrow's Tourist: Scenarios & Trends


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By 2030, China will be the world’s largest tourism destination, holidays in Outer Space will be the ultimate luxury experience, extreme Swedish ironing will be an Olympic Sport, embedded technologies will be the norm in future tourists and skiing in the Alps will be no more. These are some of the changes that will occur between now and 2030 that will change world tourism. Tomorrows Tourist: Scenarios & Trends enables readers to imagine what a future tourist might be, where they will go and what they will do. This is the most comprehensive analysis of how world tourism is changing and what it means for destinations. Each chapter consists of a scenario about a future tourist, which is then is backed up with evidence and trends plus a number of assumptions about the future. The book is accompanied by its own website at http://www.tomorrowstourist.com which is owned and regularly updated by the author.




Survival of the Sickest LP


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Was diabetes evolution's response to the last Ice Age? Did a deadly genetic disease help our ancestors survive the bubonic plagues of Europe? Will a visit to the tanning salon help lower your cholesterol? Why do we age? Why are some people immune to HIV? Can your genes be turned on—or off? Survival of the Sickest is fi lled with fascinating insights and cutting-edge research, presented in a way that is both accessible and utterly absorbing. This is a book about the interconnectedness of all life on earth—and especially what that means for us. Read it. You're already living it.




Can't Hurt Me


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New York Times Bestseller Over 2.5 million copies sold For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare -- poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air Controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events, inspiring Outside magazine to name him "The Fittest (Real) Man in America." In Can't Hurt Me, he shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.




Encyclopedia of Extreme Sports


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Students and extreme sport enthusiasts will not only learn about the sports themselves, but also about the techniques, innovations, engineering, and physics behind them. How do ice yachters achieve speeds of up to 150 MPH? What does take to become a pro snowboarder? Other parts of the encyclopedia highlight key areas of study, such as extreme sports and the media, the controversies surrounding, and the impact of extreme sports on our culture. A resource guide of print and electronic sources, competitions, organizations offers students an insider's guide to all things extreme. Inside readers will discover BASE (Building, Antenna tower, Span, Earth) Jumping. What's more dangerous than leaping off of a tall building? Jumping off a structure that's much closer to the ground, and that's exactly what many BASE jumpers regularly do. The risks include malfunctioning parachutes, landing on rocks, into electrical wires and more. Readers will learn about Bhang Gliding, where experienced pilots perform full barrel rolls, inverted maneuvers and other stunt flying moves. It is no longer unusual for an experienced hang glider to travel 200 miles or reach altitudes above 10,000 feet. Coverage also includes information on caving, which involves exploring caves that travel deep into the earth, moutain biking, and many other sports.




Weekly World News


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Rooted in the creative success of over 30 years of supermarket tabloid publishing, the Weekly World News has been the world's only reliable news source since 1979. The online hub www.weeklyworldnews.com is a leading entertainment news site.