Bowling For Dummies

ISBN-13: 9780470601594 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 336 str.

Lisa Iannucci

Opis

The fast and easy way to perfect your bowling game Bowling is an inexpensive date, an affordable night out for the whole family, and a fun hangout activity for kids of all ages. Bowling For Dummies reveals the tips, tricks, and rules of play for this iconic American sport. While not every player can hope to bowl 300, you can improve your average and show off for friends, family, and bowling league teammates. Bowling For Dummies provides easy-to-understand instructions for improving your bowling game. The expert tips and advice take you through every step of the game, from selecting the right shoes to the proper way to yell, "Strike "

• Packed with photos and line drawings
• Step-by-step instructions and illustrations included for all techniques
• Covers beginner through more advanced techniques

Whether you're a casual bowler or on a bowling league, the practical, friendly advice in Bowling For Dummies will have you itching to hit the lanes to try out your new skills.

Spis treści

Introduction.

Part I: The Opening Frame.

Chapter 1: Welcome to the Wonderful World of Bowling.

Chapter 2: Getting Down to the Basics of the Game.

Chapter 3: Heading to the Center.

Chapter 4: Buying Your Own Ball, Shoes, and Accessories.

Part II: Body Basics: Throwing Yourself into the Game.

Chapter 5: Finding Your Form and Style.

Chapter 6: Positioning Yourself for a Smooth Approach.

Chapter 7: Throwing the Ball.

Chapter 8: Correcting Common Approach Problems.

Part III: Time to Get Rolling: Making Your Shot.

Chapter 9: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Hook Shots.

Chapter 10: Knocking Em All Down: The Secrets to Bowling Strikes.

Chapter 11: Picking Up Spares.

Chapter 12: Conquering Classic Splits.

Part IV: Staying on Your Game.

Chapter 13: Understanding the Ins and Outs of Oil on the Lanes.

Chapter 14: Staying in the Game, Physically and Mentally.

Chapter 15: Improving Your Game on Your Own or with a Coach′s Help.

Chapter 16: Bowling When You Have Special Health Conditions.

Part V: Joining Others at the Center.

Chapter 17: Taking the Kids Bowling.

Chapter 18: Playing in Leagues and Tournaments.

Part VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Add 10 Points (Or More) to Your Score.

Chapter 20: Ten Tricks to Throwing a Great Hook.

Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Make Bowling More Fun.

Glossary.

Index.

O autorze

A.J. Forrest is a former ranked amateur bowler and was a bowling coach at the high school and college levels for more than a decade.

As a professional writer, Lisa Iannucci has had articles published in USA Weekend, Shape, Parenting, the Los Angeles Times Travel Section, and many more.

Blurb

The fast and easy way to perfect your bowling game

While not every player can bowl a perfect game, you can improve your average and show off for friends, family, and bowling league teammates. Bowling For Dummies provides easy–to–understand instructions for bettering your bowling game. The expert tips and advice take you through every step of the game, from selecting the right shoes to the proper way to yell, "Strike!"

• Bowling 101 get an overview of the sport of bowling, from its many health and social benefits to the nuts and bolts of how it′s scored, equipped, and played

• Get in the game discover how the secret to bowling lies in your form, and follow along with step–by–step instructions to master the moves

• Take your best shot learn to perfect a hook shot and how to achieve high scores with strikes and spares

• Keep your head in the game understand how keeping a positive attitude and minimizing outside distractions will improve your game

• Play with others find out how people of all ages can get their game on, from throwing a bowling birthday party for kids to joining an adult league

Open the book and find:

• The basic rules of play

• The equipment you′ll need to get started

• How to throw the most common bowling shots

• Tips for correcting common errors

• Instructions for holding and throwing the ball and approaching the lane

• Guidance on picking up spares and converting splits

• Pointers on working with a bowling coach

• Advice on staying injury–free

Learn to:

• Understand the rules of the game

• Bowl like a pro with expert tips, tricks, and techniques

• Improve your average and impress your league teammates

• Become a better bowler by using step–by–step instructions, photos, and illustrations