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Today's dog training book Article
What is the difference between quality and trash ebooks?!
First of all I would like to thanks Gary Harvey ( http://1ClickProfitSt.com ) who actually gave me the idea to write about this... So thank you Gary!
Now let's go to the actual article!
The second reason because of which I decided to write this is because I have reviewed many ebooks. I'm not sure but I think they were about 100! I have been reviewing ebooks not only for NetProfitMap but even before this. So I consider myself something like an 'ebook review expert'
I will list the most common factors that form the quality ebook. And will try to explain them. Of course you understand that if you don't follow them your ebook becomes trash. That's why I have described what differs trash from quality ebook ONLY in the 1st factor:
Factor #1
Trash ebooks does not contain useful information. That's why they are called trash - their content is absolute trash i.e. it doesn't contain any new, fresh, unique or at least useful information. You will not ever learn something useful and real from them nor you will profit from them. The only thing they do is wasting your precious time.
The quality ebooks instead of the trash ones do contain useful, fresh & new, good, profitable and unique information. From which you will really profit in some way.
How to avoid:
1. Don't ever write an ebook about something in which you are not a professional. Don't improvise - instead try to write from an expert's point of view. Actually you must be an expert in your field in order to sit back and write an ebook!
2. Try to write about something unique and fresh.
3. Do a market research and see if people are interested in content that you can provide them with (the content, which you can write from a real expertise) and also whether there are other such ebooks or no. If the answer to the first one is 'yes' and to the second one 'no' then your ebook is more than quality for the first factor.
4. Last - do you think that if I read it I will profit from it? If no then it's not a good ebook!
Factor #2
Its length is a very essential factor, too. The faster the reader learns from it the better it is. If you can teach me on making my web site in one week - OK. But if you can tell me how to make the same web site in just one day - Great!
By length I don't mean that you must cut it down. Just follow two rules:
1. Tell what you want and do it straightly. I have a great article explaining this, which can be found at this link: http://www.profit-position.com/free_articles/tell_it_straightly.htm
2. Don't cut down the information your ebook must convey. I mean the information that must teach.
Factor #3
The format of the ebook is also a very important factor, which can't be overlooked. Although I rarely see ebooks that are not made like all standard EXE ebooks. An example of such ebook is the one that I'm reviewing today. It can also be found at: http://www.profit-position.com/reviews/scientific_avertising_hbp.htm
That's why I would recommend you my favorite and by far the best ebook creator which can be reached and downloaded for FREE here:
http://www.profit-position.com/cgi-bin/t/tracker.cgi?jtactics
There are no special criteria for PDF ebooks.
Factor #4
The design of the ebook. The first thing here is to be sure that it is easy to read. And here is how to understand that it is such:
1. Make sure that your text is not centered or 'rightened'. Make your text begin from left to right. Just like we write.
2. The text must be black and the background white.
3. The best fonts are Arial and Verdana 10 and 12. Times New Roman is hard to read in an ebook.
4. Make the words you want to stress on in BOLD. Or you can also make them read, read and bold. These are the 3 most used and on my opinion the best for the eye.
5. The best combination for links is underlined blue.
6. Be sure that the text does not go from the start to the end. Be sure that there are about 50 pixels white space between the text and the window at the left and at least 150 - 200 at the right.
The next thing that you must think about is the navigation. The basic thing here is that your main page (the one that opens first) must contain the table of contents. I hate ebooks, which are full of promotional links, dedications, etc. at the main page.
The 'advanced' thing is the navigation in the ebook. I've seen many types of ebooks (I have about 300MB full with ebooks) but I liked most, and think that it's easier to read, is when the navigation menu i.e the links, which lead to the next lesson or the main page, are at the top and at the bottom.
But be sure that they are average links. Or if they will be at the top you can make a frame there with the simple links within it. Here is what I mean by simple: Home | Lesson 1 | Lesson 2 | Lesson 3 | Lesson 4 ...
Now the graphics in your ebook. As long as it is not PDF ebook there are no special requirements. But if it IS a PDF ebook then I would recommend you not to use many and big graphics as the page loads very slow.
Factor #5
Don't make too many things in the ebook that work only when you are connected. Make a link to your web site, your ezine, etc. But don't equal the ebook to a simple web site. It's an ebook and that's why it must be possible to read it and use its whole resources offline. The ebook is an electronic, digital, BOOK. So make it such.
These are the 5 factors that if used will make your ebook a quality one and if not used - trash one.
Always with You towards Success! Dmitry Nanev
Dmitry@profit-position.com http://www.Profit-Position.com/
Featured dog training book Items
Jungle Book
Jungle Book
Customer Review: Jungle Book
In this book, a boy named Mowgli is taken away from the jungle to live in a village. He does not want to go to the village. He meets Baloo the Bear who agrees with him. But Bageera the Panther says Shere Khan the Tiger will eat him. Shere Khan does attack him but (spoiler warning)they fight him and Mowgli meets a beautiful girl from the village who lures him to the village.
Customer Review: A great Disney classic
The jungle book is about a human boy named Mowgli who is raised by a pack of wolves in the jungle, until it is decided that he can't stay in the jungle anymore. Bagheera has problems getting Mowgli back to the man village, because Mowgli dosen't want to leave the jungle. Then Mowgli meets baloo the bear. After an encounter with the mad King Louie of the apes, and pressed to return to the man village by Baloo and Bagheera, Mowgli runs away. Later on, Mowgli meets Shere Khan, the tiger. I can't tell you what happens at the end, you'll have to see for yourself. Unfortunately, halfway through the production of the jungle book, Walt Disney died. If you want more jungle fun, be sure to check out The Jungle book 2.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire brings back Harry, Ron, and Hermione for more adventure! Harry is mysteriously selected as the fourth contestant in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. Each competitor in the international competition must confront a fire-breathing dragon, rescue friends from the icy depths of the Black Lake, and navigate the twisting mysteries of a vast, dangerous maze. It may sound difficult, but Harry is older, wiser and more skilled now. Still, even he isn't ready for another show with the evil Lord Voldemort himself!
Customer Review: Controls not explained!
Let me start off with the good things:
-the graphics are phenomenal
-you can choose your character
Now, the bad things:
-unlike the other HP games, you CANNOT wander around the Hogwarts grounds, which I enjoyed.
-The mouse has NO action whatsoever, not even in the main menu!
-I get stuck on so many levels, because most controls are NOT EXPLAINED! Not even in the manual!
-your "friends" (whoever you're not playing with) are so slow in following you and are almost always occupied with sneezing or wandering around when you need help so badly!
-I tried to install this game for one full year and never got it to install until I did some tricky things
Overall, I would have rated this game five stars if the bad things were fixed.
I think that EA Games was just porting over a Play Station game (I can tell by the graphics style) and not bothering to make it anymore convenient. EA did a poor job here. I would sort of recommend this game.
Customer Review: The worst. Period.
I LOVED the first four (SS, CoS, TPoA, and QWC) games.
The first one was a little too easy (I beat it in three days after some practice), the second one being a bit too hard (I have a fear of fire snails), the Third one and Quiddich World Cup being perfect.
When I bought the first game I was expecting another GREAT game. But here is what I got: graphics that were grainy, NO exploring, and no fun trunks with goodies. it was a HARD game, and i'm still stuck on the second task. I can't believe I decided to buy PetVet later because I wanted this. Here's hoping you can explore in the fifth one.
~a very angry horsewhisperer360
>:(
Vintage Style Army Messenger Shoulder Bag
Vintage Style Army Messenger Shoulder Bag
Customer Review: Color is off
The compartments in the bag are great. I am going to resew all the little loops on the small compartment to make a pocket for my cell phone. The bag strap is comfortable enough for carrying large loads (like lots of school projects). The only disappointment I have is that the classic sage is darker than the represented photo.
Customer Review: Great bag.
This is a beautiful bag that serves very well. It has actually replaced my former bag as my primary tote. The one cmplaint I have is that in a few places the stitching has come loose. However, since none of these are in critical places (yet) I continue to use this bag nearly every day. It's my man-purse!
A Pilates' Primer : The Millennium Edition
A Pilates' Primer : The Millennium Edition
This edition combines two of Joseph Pilates published works in one volume. Contrology is the complete coordination of mind, body and spirit, wrote Joseph Pilates. In Return to Life, first published in 1945, Pilates defines the concept of Contrology with specific advice regarding posture, body mechanics, correct breathing, spinal flexibility and physical education. He demonstrates his original 34 mat exercises, which are now basic repertoire in Pilates training. Each exercise is demonstrated by Pilates himself at the age of 60 in a series of photos accompanied by detailed instructions. Your Health, originally published in 1934, explains Joseph Pilates early theories about health and fitness. Its a fascinating look into the mind of the man who revolutionized fitness, and whose teachings form the foundation of a discipline now embraced by fitness enthusiasts, health educators, rehabilitation specialists, and exercise trainers around the world. Black and white, paperback, 158 pages.
Customer Review: Real Pilates course
I learned my first pilates mat on a specialized gym with a teacher, third in line with Joseph Pilates. Classes were really expensive and I started searching on internet for a video with the original excercises as the ones I learned. I did not have too much luck, until I saw this video and order it. It was the exact same routine that I was taught; so I left the gym and do them at home now. For any pilates course, you should always go to a licensed teacher first because if you don't you might damage your spine. There are certain positions which need help at the beginning and you can't do them on your own. After that, you can buy this DVD with confidence is really good. The purpose of the pilates workout is for flexibility,back problems and posture correction. They are excellent for herniated disk, I have two and after six months practicing pilates the pain was gone for good.
Customer Review: Lays it out for you. (Also, a PC alert in this review.)
I have the DVD "Classical Pilates Technique - The Complete Mat Workout Series", which I love. But some of the stuff wasn't totally clear to me, such as when you start breathing in some of the exercises, even though it was touched on--maybe it's just me. So I got this book. When the book is open to an exercise, each exercise has a set of four pictures on the left page and on the right page there are complete instructions. I think it is useful as it is another view of what you are trying to do, so in complements the video I have. If I could only have either the book or the video, I would pick the DVD, but the book is nice to have.
A warning: Pilates, in a reference to the fact that a lot of other fitness teachers at the time were sick or had physical problems, referred to that incongruity as follows: "This is the '[N-word] in the wood pile.'" He used quotes to indicate that it was an expression, which it was at the time. This is on page 113, which is the second book within the book, originally published in 1934. Pilates himself had excellent health and was sure his system would give people excellent health.
The Reminder
The Reminder
Feist is the solo project of Canada's Leslie Feist, a prolific artist who has also played in one capacity or another with Broken Social Scene, Kings of Convenience and half a dozen other bands. The Reminder, her third release, comes from the same well of quiet, appealing songwriting, and delicate vocalizations that made 2004's Let It Die such a sweet treat. This one is a bit more hushed and ballad heavy, closer to Cat Power than Peaches (with whom Feist has also worked with in the past) but maintains an indie-minded blend of confessional pop, jazzy folk, and lo-fi torch songs. The comparatively upbeat single "My Moon My Man" splits her voice off into unexpected harmonies, just dissonant enough to stick in your head. It's hard to predict where her melodies are going to end up; "Brandy Alexander" starts with a simple snap-pulse, and gradually unfolds into a cathartic chorus of sweeping vocal overlays. Throughout, the record profits from a simple, unfussy aesthetic that keeps the production minimal and the emphasis squarely on Feist's cracking, wistful vibrato. Everything sounds deliberate, but not obsessed over, like an e-mailed wedding invitation. It's a low-pressure vibe, welcoming and content to linger. And linger you will. --Matthew Cooke
Customer Review: I love the music of Feist
This is an interesting album by Feist. "1234" is the highlight of this disc. It is a fun song that makes me feel good. "Brandy Alexander" is a song about a love for a cocktail drink. I love the piano playing and her vocals on this track. "My Moon My Man" is a groovy track with a good beat. She takes the Nina Simone tune "Sea Lion" and makes it her own. She rocks on the guitar on this track. "So Sorry" is a beautiful song with a romantic tone. "Past In Present" is another pleasant upbeat track. "I Feel It All" is a track with good musical arrangements. I love all the percussion instruments on this track. "The Park" is a very soothing sounding track. There is something about her guitar playing that puts my mind at ease on this track. This is a very enjoyable disc from Feist.
Customer Review: Love this CD!
I don't know how I've missed "discovering" this wonderful artist until last year, but I'm making up for lost time. This is one amazingly terrific album!
StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths
StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths
DO YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO WHAT YOU DO BEST EVERY DAY?
Chances are, you don't. All too often, our natural talents go untapped. From the cradle to the cubicle, we devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths.
To help people uncover their talents, Gallup introduced the first version of its online assessment, StrengthsFinder, in the 2001 management book Now, Discover Your Strengths. The book spent more than five years on the bestseller lists and ignited a global conversation, while StrengthsFinder helped millions to discover their top five talents.
In its latest national bestseller, StrengthsFinder 2.0, Gallup unveils the new and improved version of its popular assessment, language of 34 themes, and much more (see below for details). While you can read this book in one sitting, you'll use it as a reference for decades.
Loaded with hundreds of strategies for applying your strengths, this new book and accompanying website will change the way you look at yourself -- and the world around you -- forever.
AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY IN THE NEW & UPGRADED EDITION OF STRENGTHSFINDER 2.0
(using the unique access code included with each book)
* A new and upgraded edition of the StrengthsFinder assessment
* A personalized Strengths Discovery and Action-Planning Guide for applying your strengths in the next week, month, and year
* A more customized version of your top five theme report
* 50 Ideas for Action (10 strategies for building on each of your top five themes)
* The more user-friendly StrengthsFinder 2.0 companion website, with a strengths community area, library of downloadable discussion guides and activities, a strengths screensaver, and a program for creating display cards of your top five themes
Customer Review: Great insights!
Great insights!
First of all: quick, easy and clear assessment through internet. Results are presented to the point, detailed and personalized about one's strengths.
Each of 5 defined "strength themes' is accompanied with 10 action ideas.
This is a real must do!
Customer Review: The value-add of this book is minimal
I was disappointed by this book. I gained very little value or insights from it. The online test revealed nothing beyond what I've already learned through basic HR testing at my current job.
If you have never taken any sort of PAPI or skills inventory testing before, you might find a benefit in the online test. However, I suspect there are more valuable inventories available on the web FOR FREE. You just have to google around a bit to find them.
Garnishing for the Beginner (Packaged with Tools)
Garnishing for the Beginner (Packaged with Tools)
Customer Review: I would try another garnishing book
There was nothing here that really amazed me. I bought it because it came with the tools but they're not as cool as the tools I bought from Wal Mart.
Customer Review: It is a great book for beginners
It is a great book for beginners. Vey easy to follow the directions.
3" H Brushed Silver Monogram Letters - Letter "J"
3" H Brushed Silver Monogram Letters - Letter "J"
All 26 English Letters (capitals only) and "&" symbol available. Monograms can be created using different letter sizes if desired. These Brushed Silver Monogram Letters can also be used to personalize other decorations. Add to centerpieces, buffet tables, guest book tables, wherever... a perfect way to create a "signature" look.
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Today's dog training book Article
What is the difference between quality and trash ebooks?!
First of all I would like to thanks Gary Harvey ( http://1ClickProfitSt.com ) who actually gave me the idea to write about this... So thank you Gary!
Now let's go to the actual article!
The second reason because of which I decided to write this is because I have reviewed many ebooks. I'm not sure but I think they were about 100! I have been reviewing ebooks not only for NetProfitMap but even before this. So I consider myself something like an 'ebook review expert'
I will list the most common factors that form the quality ebook. And will try to explain them. Of course you understand that if you don't follow them your ebook becomes trash. That's why I have described what differs trash from quality ebook ONLY in the 1st factor:
Factor #1
Trash ebooks does not contain useful information. That's why they are called trash - their content is absolute trash i.e. it doesn't contain any new, fresh, unique or at least useful information. You will not ever learn something useful and real from them nor you will profit from them. The only thing they do is wasting your precious time.
The quality ebooks instead of the trash ones do contain useful, fresh & new, good, profitable and unique information. From which you will really profit in some way.
How to avoid:
1. Don't ever write an ebook about something in which you are not a professional. Don't improvise - instead try to write from an expert's point of view. Actually you must be an expert in your field in order to sit back and write an ebook!
2. Try to write about something unique and fresh.
3. Do a market research and see if people are interested in content that you can provide them with (the content, which you can write from a real expertise) and also whether there are other such ebooks or no. If the answer to the first one is 'yes' and to the second one 'no' then your ebook is more than quality for the first factor.
4. Last - do you think that if I read it I will profit from it? If no then it's not a good ebook!
Factor #2
Its length is a very essential factor, too. The faster the reader learns from it the better it is. If you can teach me on making my web site in one week - OK. But if you can tell me how to make the same web site in just one day - Great!
By length I don't mean that you must cut it down. Just follow two rules:
1. Tell what you want and do it straightly. I have a great article explaining this, which can be found at this link: http://www.profit-position.com/free_articles/tell_it_straightly.htm
2. Don't cut down the information your ebook must convey. I mean the information that must teach.
Factor #3
The format of the ebook is also a very important factor, which can't be overlooked. Although I rarely see ebooks that are not made like all standard EXE ebooks. An example of such ebook is the one that I'm reviewing today. It can also be found at: http://www.profit-position.com/reviews/scientific_avertising_hbp.htm
That's why I would recommend you my favorite and by far the best ebook creator which can be reached and downloaded for FREE here:
http://www.profit-position.com/cgi-bin/t/tracker.cgi?jtactics
There are no special criteria for PDF ebooks.
Factor #4
The design of the ebook. The first thing here is to be sure that it is easy to read. And here is how to understand that it is such:
1. Make sure that your text is not centered or 'rightened'. Make your text begin from left to right. Just like we write.
2. The text must be black and the background white.
3. The best fonts are Arial and Verdana 10 and 12. Times New Roman is hard to read in an ebook.
4. Make the words you want to stress on in BOLD. Or you can also make them read, read and bold. These are the 3 most used and on my opinion the best for the eye.
5. The best combination for links is underlined blue.
6. Be sure that the text does not go from the start to the end. Be sure that there are about 50 pixels white space between the text and the window at the left and at least 150 - 200 at the right.
The next thing that you must think about is the navigation. The basic thing here is that your main page (the one that opens first) must contain the table of contents. I hate ebooks, which are full of promotional links, dedications, etc. at the main page.
The 'advanced' thing is the navigation in the ebook. I've seen many types of ebooks (I have about 300MB full with ebooks) but I liked most, and think that it's easier to read, is when the navigation menu i.e the links, which lead to the next lesson or the main page, are at the top and at the bottom.
But be sure that they are average links. Or if they will be at the top you can make a frame there with the simple links within it. Here is what I mean by simple: Home | Lesson 1 | Lesson 2 | Lesson 3 | Lesson 4 ...
Now the graphics in your ebook. As long as it is not PDF ebook there are no special requirements. But if it IS a PDF ebook then I would recommend you not to use many and big graphics as the page loads very slow.
Factor #5
Don't make too many things in the ebook that work only when you are connected. Make a link to your web site, your ezine, etc. But don't equal the ebook to a simple web site. It's an ebook and that's why it must be possible to read it and use its whole resources offline. The ebook is an electronic, digital, BOOK. So make it such.
These are the 5 factors that if used will make your ebook a quality one and if not used - trash one.
Always with You towards Success! Dmitry Nanev
Dmitry@profit-position.com http://www.Profit-Position.com/
Featured dog training book Items
Jungle Book
Jungle Book
Customer Review: Jungle Book
In this book, a boy named Mowgli is taken away from the jungle to live in a village. He does not want to go to the village. He meets Baloo the Bear who agrees with him. But Bageera the Panther says Shere Khan the Tiger will eat him. Shere Khan does attack him but (spoiler warning)they fight him and Mowgli meets a beautiful girl from the village who lures him to the village.
Customer Review: A great Disney classic
The jungle book is about a human boy named Mowgli who is raised by a pack of wolves in the jungle, until it is decided that he can't stay in the jungle anymore. Bagheera has problems getting Mowgli back to the man village, because Mowgli dosen't want to leave the jungle. Then Mowgli meets baloo the bear. After an encounter with the mad King Louie of the apes, and pressed to return to the man village by Baloo and Bagheera, Mowgli runs away. Later on, Mowgli meets Shere Khan, the tiger. I can't tell you what happens at the end, you'll have to see for yourself. Unfortunately, halfway through the production of the jungle book, Walt Disney died. If you want more jungle fun, be sure to check out The Jungle book 2.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire brings back Harry, Ron, and Hermione for more adventure! Harry is mysteriously selected as the fourth contestant in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. Each competitor in the international competition must confront a fire-breathing dragon, rescue friends from the icy depths of the Black Lake, and navigate the twisting mysteries of a vast, dangerous maze. It may sound difficult, but Harry is older, wiser and more skilled now. Still, even he isn't ready for another show with the evil Lord Voldemort himself!
Customer Review: Controls not explained!
Let me start off with the good things:
-the graphics are phenomenal
-you can choose your character
Now, the bad things:
-unlike the other HP games, you CANNOT wander around the Hogwarts grounds, which I enjoyed.
-The mouse has NO action whatsoever, not even in the main menu!
-I get stuck on so many levels, because most controls are NOT EXPLAINED! Not even in the manual!
-your "friends" (whoever you're not playing with) are so slow in following you and are almost always occupied with sneezing or wandering around when you need help so badly!
-I tried to install this game for one full year and never got it to install until I did some tricky things
Overall, I would have rated this game five stars if the bad things were fixed.
I think that EA Games was just porting over a Play Station game (I can tell by the graphics style) and not bothering to make it anymore convenient. EA did a poor job here. I would sort of recommend this game.
Customer Review: The worst. Period.
I LOVED the first four (SS, CoS, TPoA, and QWC) games.
The first one was a little too easy (I beat it in three days after some practice), the second one being a bit too hard (I have a fear of fire snails), the Third one and Quiddich World Cup being perfect.
When I bought the first game I was expecting another GREAT game. But here is what I got: graphics that were grainy, NO exploring, and no fun trunks with goodies. it was a HARD game, and i'm still stuck on the second task. I can't believe I decided to buy PetVet later because I wanted this. Here's hoping you can explore in the fifth one.
~a very angry horsewhisperer360
>:(
Vintage Style Army Messenger Shoulder Bag
Vintage Style Army Messenger Shoulder Bag
Customer Review: Color is off
The compartments in the bag are great. I am going to resew all the little loops on the small compartment to make a pocket for my cell phone. The bag strap is comfortable enough for carrying large loads (like lots of school projects). The only disappointment I have is that the classic sage is darker than the represented photo.
Customer Review: Great bag.
This is a beautiful bag that serves very well. It has actually replaced my former bag as my primary tote. The one cmplaint I have is that in a few places the stitching has come loose. However, since none of these are in critical places (yet) I continue to use this bag nearly every day. It's my man-purse!
A Pilates' Primer : The Millennium Edition
A Pilates' Primer : The Millennium Edition
This edition combines two of Joseph Pilates published works in one volume. Contrology is the complete coordination of mind, body and spirit, wrote Joseph Pilates. In Return to Life, first published in 1945, Pilates defines the concept of Contrology with specific advice regarding posture, body mechanics, correct breathing, spinal flexibility and physical education. He demonstrates his original 34 mat exercises, which are now basic repertoire in Pilates training. Each exercise is demonstrated by Pilates himself at the age of 60 in a series of photos accompanied by detailed instructions. Your Health, originally published in 1934, explains Joseph Pilates early theories about health and fitness. Its a fascinating look into the mind of the man who revolutionized fitness, and whose teachings form the foundation of a discipline now embraced by fitness enthusiasts, health educators, rehabilitation specialists, and exercise trainers around the world. Black and white, paperback, 158 pages.
Customer Review: Real Pilates course
I learned my first pilates mat on a specialized gym with a teacher, third in line with Joseph Pilates. Classes were really expensive and I started searching on internet for a video with the original excercises as the ones I learned. I did not have too much luck, until I saw this video and order it. It was the exact same routine that I was taught; so I left the gym and do them at home now. For any pilates course, you should always go to a licensed teacher first because if you don't you might damage your spine. There are certain positions which need help at the beginning and you can't do them on your own. After that, you can buy this DVD with confidence is really good. The purpose of the pilates workout is for flexibility,back problems and posture correction. They are excellent for herniated disk, I have two and after six months practicing pilates the pain was gone for good.
Customer Review: Lays it out for you. (Also, a PC alert in this review.)
I have the DVD "Classical Pilates Technique - The Complete Mat Workout Series", which I love. But some of the stuff wasn't totally clear to me, such as when you start breathing in some of the exercises, even though it was touched on--maybe it's just me. So I got this book. When the book is open to an exercise, each exercise has a set of four pictures on the left page and on the right page there are complete instructions. I think it is useful as it is another view of what you are trying to do, so in complements the video I have. If I could only have either the book or the video, I would pick the DVD, but the book is nice to have.
A warning: Pilates, in a reference to the fact that a lot of other fitness teachers at the time were sick or had physical problems, referred to that incongruity as follows: "This is the '[N-word] in the wood pile.'" He used quotes to indicate that it was an expression, which it was at the time. This is on page 113, which is the second book within the book, originally published in 1934. Pilates himself had excellent health and was sure his system would give people excellent health.
The Reminder
The Reminder
Feist is the solo project of Canada's Leslie Feist, a prolific artist who has also played in one capacity or another with Broken Social Scene, Kings of Convenience and half a dozen other bands. The Reminder, her third release, comes from the same well of quiet, appealing songwriting, and delicate vocalizations that made 2004's Let It Die such a sweet treat. This one is a bit more hushed and ballad heavy, closer to Cat Power than Peaches (with whom Feist has also worked with in the past) but maintains an indie-minded blend of confessional pop, jazzy folk, and lo-fi torch songs. The comparatively upbeat single "My Moon My Man" splits her voice off into unexpected harmonies, just dissonant enough to stick in your head. It's hard to predict where her melodies are going to end up; "Brandy Alexander" starts with a simple snap-pulse, and gradually unfolds into a cathartic chorus of sweeping vocal overlays. Throughout, the record profits from a simple, unfussy aesthetic that keeps the production minimal and the emphasis squarely on Feist's cracking, wistful vibrato. Everything sounds deliberate, but not obsessed over, like an e-mailed wedding invitation. It's a low-pressure vibe, welcoming and content to linger. And linger you will. --Matthew Cooke
Customer Review: I love the music of Feist
This is an interesting album by Feist. "1234" is the highlight of this disc. It is a fun song that makes me feel good. "Brandy Alexander" is a song about a love for a cocktail drink. I love the piano playing and her vocals on this track. "My Moon My Man" is a groovy track with a good beat. She takes the Nina Simone tune "Sea Lion" and makes it her own. She rocks on the guitar on this track. "So Sorry" is a beautiful song with a romantic tone. "Past In Present" is another pleasant upbeat track. "I Feel It All" is a track with good musical arrangements. I love all the percussion instruments on this track. "The Park" is a very soothing sounding track. There is something about her guitar playing that puts my mind at ease on this track. This is a very enjoyable disc from Feist.
Customer Review: Love this CD!
I don't know how I've missed "discovering" this wonderful artist until last year, but I'm making up for lost time. This is one amazingly terrific album!
StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths
StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths
DO YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DO WHAT YOU DO BEST EVERY DAY?
Chances are, you don't. All too often, our natural talents go untapped. From the cradle to the cubicle, we devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths.
To help people uncover their talents, Gallup introduced the first version of its online assessment, StrengthsFinder, in the 2001 management book Now, Discover Your Strengths. The book spent more than five years on the bestseller lists and ignited a global conversation, while StrengthsFinder helped millions to discover their top five talents.
In its latest national bestseller, StrengthsFinder 2.0, Gallup unveils the new and improved version of its popular assessment, language of 34 themes, and much more (see below for details). While you can read this book in one sitting, you'll use it as a reference for decades.
Loaded with hundreds of strategies for applying your strengths, this new book and accompanying website will change the way you look at yourself -- and the world around you -- forever.
AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY IN THE NEW & UPGRADED EDITION OF STRENGTHSFINDER 2.0
(using the unique access code included with each book)
* A new and upgraded edition of the StrengthsFinder assessment
* A personalized Strengths Discovery and Action-Planning Guide for applying your strengths in the next week, month, and year
* A more customized version of your top five theme report
* 50 Ideas for Action (10 strategies for building on each of your top five themes)
* The more user-friendly StrengthsFinder 2.0 companion website, with a strengths community area, library of downloadable discussion guides and activities, a strengths screensaver, and a program for creating display cards of your top five themes
Customer Review: Great insights!
Great insights!
First of all: quick, easy and clear assessment through internet. Results are presented to the point, detailed and personalized about one's strengths.
Each of 5 defined "strength themes' is accompanied with 10 action ideas.
This is a real must do!
Customer Review: The value-add of this book is minimal
I was disappointed by this book. I gained very little value or insights from it. The online test revealed nothing beyond what I've already learned through basic HR testing at my current job.
If you have never taken any sort of PAPI or skills inventory testing before, you might find a benefit in the online test. However, I suspect there are more valuable inventories available on the web FOR FREE. You just have to google around a bit to find them.
Garnishing for the Beginner (Packaged with Tools)
Garnishing for the Beginner (Packaged with Tools)
Customer Review: I would try another garnishing book
There was nothing here that really amazed me. I bought it because it came with the tools but they're not as cool as the tools I bought from Wal Mart.
Customer Review: It is a great book for beginners
It is a great book for beginners. Vey easy to follow the directions.
3" H Brushed Silver Monogram Letters - Letter "J"
3" H Brushed Silver Monogram Letters - Letter "J"
All 26 English Letters (capitals only) and "&" symbol available. Monograms can be created using different letter sizes if desired. These Brushed Silver Monogram Letters can also be used to personalize other decorations. Add to centerpieces, buffet tables, guest book tables, wherever... a perfect way to create a "signature" look.
dog training book in the news
Amiable's classes closing - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:12:58 GMT
Amiable's classes closing Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, WI - By Jackie Loohauis-Bennett Amiable Dog Training School in Milwaukee will no longer offer a regular schedule of classes after the close of the current ... |
Portsmouth area community calendar (Portsmouth Herald)
Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:13:21 GMT
MUSIC IN MARKET SQUARE begins its 26th season July 11 to Aug. 29 in North Church, Market Square, Portsmouth. Concerts begin at noon and are free. Bring a lunch and a friend. (857) 225-1550. Handel, Gerschwin, and the kitchen sink, featuring Trillium...
Kids & family: A-maze-ing fun
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:54:00 GMT
Saturday through Monday, and weekends in September and October, Geisler Farms, 5251 N.E. 94th Ave., Bondurant Weave through the vast 10-acre corn maze at Geisler Farms, just five minutes from I-80 and I-35, ...
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