Bowling Fundamentals (Sports Fundamentals)

Bowling Fundamentals (Sports Fundamentals)
by Human Kinetics, Michelle Mullen

Bowling Fundamentals (Sports Fundamentals)
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Author: Human Kinetics, Michelle Mullen
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2003-09-12
ISBN: 0736051201
Number of pages: 144
Publisher: Human Kinetics

Book Reviews of Bowling Fundamentals (Sports Fundamentals)

Book Review: Learning To Bowl
Summary: 5 Stars

Bowling Fundamentals (Sport Fundamental Series)
I purchased this book (Bowling Fundamentals) and 2 DVD's ("The Right Approach To Bowling", and "Beyond The Bowling Basics"). This book has the most information and best breakdown of bowling technique compared to the DVD's. Ranking the 3 recourses above this book ("Bowing Fundamentals") is excellent, the DVD ("The Right Approach To Bowling") is also excellent, but not as good as the book, and the DVD (Beyond The Bowing Basics") is only good, but did contain some information that was not in the other resources.

It had been over 40 years since I was in a bowling league, but I recently joined one. The equipment of the '50s & 60s no longer exist (hard rubber ball and dry lanes). I had to learn how to bowl in today world, learn the language, learn new techniques, learn the new equipment. This book and the DVD ("The Right Approach To Bowling") really broke down what I needed to know. Type of material bowling balls are made of, equipment bowlers use and of course how to bowl. The 4 step approach was new to me -- I had been using a random 6 to 7 step what-ever worked approach. Lining up using the arrows and counting boards to adjust to lane conditions was also new. I took what I could from this book and the DVD to completely revamp my bowling technique and get me into the modern era. It has taken awhile to put these new techniques in to "muscle memory". However, I find my league average moving up a pin or two every week. Currently I have an average around 160, but have recently bowled many non-league games over 200. I keep working the fundamentals, someday I won't have to think about them -- it will be natural to bowl correctly.

Captain Crunch

Summary of Bowling Fundamentals (Sports Fundamentals)


Learning to bowl has never been easier?or more fun?than with Bowling Fundamentals. Students will enjoy using this resource because they will learn by doing, spending less time reading and more time on the lanes. With simple instructions and accompanying photographs, this book makes it easy to teach students to bowl.

Bowling Fundamentals begins by teaching students about the proper grip and stance. These chapters are followed by instructions on footwork, arm swing, timing, and release. Chapters also are devoted to hitting the pocket and mastering left and right side spares. Finally, readers will get specific information on league bowling.

Each chapter addresses a specific skill, leading the student through a simple, four-step sequence:


-You Can Do It: The skill is introduced with sequential instructions and accompanying photographs.

-More to Choose and Use: Variations and extensions of the primary skill are covered.

-Take It to the Lane: Readers learn how to apply the skill in competition.

-Give It a Go: Several direct experiences?such as drills, small-sided games, and self-tests?are provided to gauge, develop, and hone the skill.Writer Michelle Mullen won four national titles including one major as well as nine regional titles in the Professional Women's Bowling Association and has coached bowlers of all skill levels for more than 16 years. Her personal and professional experiences allow her to understand clearly what bowlers need and how to help them achieve success.

Part of the Sports Fundamentals Series, Bowling Fundamentals teaches the basic skills and tactics to help readers get rolling in the game and enjoying every frame.

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