physiological aspects

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Spark

the revolutionary new science of exercise and the brain
2013
Discusses how exercise improves one's capacity to learn and handle stress, anxiety, depression, attention deficit, addiction, hormonal changes, and aging.
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Endure

mind, body, and the curiously elastic limits of human performance
"[Explores the] science of endurance and the secrets of human performance. Alex Hutchinson, Ph.D., reveals why our individual limits may be determined as much by our head and heart, as by our muscles"--Provided by publisher.
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Gymnastics

science on the mat and in the air
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Bad singer

the surprising science of tone deafness and how we hear music
2016
"Follows the ... journey of Tim Falconer as he tries to overcome tone deafness--and along the way discovers what we're really hearing when we listen to music"--.
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Endure

mind, body, and the curiously elastic limits of human performance
2018
"[Explores the] science of endurance and the secrets of human performance. Alex Hutchinson, Ph.D., reveals why our individual limits may be determined as much by our head and heart, as by our muscles"--Provided by publisher.
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Why we sleep

unlocking the power of sleep and dreams
Explores the unique role of sleep in human wellness from the standpoint of two decades of neuroscientific research, discussing what the human body and brain does in sleep and the power of good sleep to improve virtually every area of human life.
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Musicophilia

tales of music and the brain
Oliver Sacks explores the power of music in the lives of ordinary people, as well as individuals with neurological and other conditions.
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Awkward

the science of why we're socially awkward and why that's awesome
Interweaving the latest research with personal tales and real world examples, this offers reassurance and provides valuable insights into how listeners can embrace their personal quirks and unique talents to harness their awesome potential, and more comfortably navigate their complex world.

Anatomy, stretching & training for cyclists

a step-by-step guide to getting the most from your bicycle workouts

Top 10 worst injuries in football

2017
Looks at the top ten worst injuries in the history of football.

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