Objectives of this bookTo explain which points are vital in given shapes.To show how good shape is achieved, and bad shape exploited, in fighting contexts.To integrate shape proverbs into your knowledge of go.To look behind the proverbs to another level of more explicit mechanism, to provide supporting material, and to explain exceptions.To break down the barrier between tesuji and joseki points of view, connecting pure intuitions with learned knowledge.To demystify many common tesuji.To help the reader to visualise how and where a tesuji might happen in thefuture, a requirement for a dan player.To discuss the choice of variation at a point in a joseki, when tactical reasonsalone aren't a sufficient guide.To address as we go along questions about suji, or correct style, covering some of the content of the many texts on 'kata and suji' in the Japanese literature.To contribute to the local, critical theory of go, by attempting a systematic listing of possibilities in a pattern, with criteria for choosing amongst them.To develop an ingrained respect in the reader for the principles of good shape (for example: connect but remain light and flexible, don't fill in your own liberties without very good reason, develop rapidly but also take into account eye shape).To provide a reference on shape (there are an index of shapes and a proverb index at the end, to help you refer to particular patterns).To show in action the comparative method of go study.

An engaging, multilayered book that helps little ones identify shapes on their favorite construction-site vehicles

Good shape is a subject that has received scant attention in Japanese go literature. Although references to shape are made in most books, there is no one book devoted exclusively to this subject. However, understanding and recognizing good shape is important for becoming a strong player and developing intuition that will instantly guide you to find the strongest moves in the opening and the middle-game fighting. Shapes are the building blocks of your groups. They determine whether your stones are working together efficiently or are sitting in each other's way. Good shape is a source of strength to build on, while bad shape often comes back to haunt you. There are two aspects of shape. One is to make good shape for your own stones; the other is to spoil the shape of your opponent's stones. However, good shape is more than a static form; it is dynamic in the way it builds eye shape and stays ahead of the opponent in running battles while building up more eye shape. This book provides an extensive theoretical introduction to shape, beginning with the efficient placement of stones. It illustrates various techniques for making good shape and gives its readers practical experience by presenting 245 problems so that they can hone their skills to find the shape move in their games.

A hands-on introduction to polygons that takes the fear out of math and puts the fun back in! Draw three dots on a piece of paper. Or maybe-- draw three dots on a slice of cheese. What happens when you connect the dots? With bright, colorful illustrations and a simple, funny text, Shape Up! introduces triangles, quadrangles, and other polygons to young readers, encouraging them to play along, and learn everything there is to know about shapes. Explaining basic geometric concepts and offering definitions for important vocabulary, this introduction to shapes, lines, and angles is to good to miss-- even if the jokes can be a little . . . cheesy. Created by a respected children's nonfiction author and former math teacher, this is a perfect grounding in basic shapes-- and a lot of fun, too.

Skippyjon has an overactive imagination. And he is pretty active himself. Here he shapes up with shapes: he runs in a circle, tap-dances on a square, orbits an oval. And then the great sword fighter shows his muscles.

Straight talk and a simple, no-fail diet and exercise plan for those who think they don't have the money or time to lose weight Linda Fondren, one of 11 children born to a single mother in the poorest and fattest state in America, watched the consequences of obesity ruin her sister's life—and was moved to open a gym in her hometown of Vicksburg, Mississippi with the motto "positively reshaping women." Then, witnessing how many middle- and low-income Vicksburg residents were brought up short in their fitness and health efforts by limited budgets and time, Fondren responded by striking at the root problem. In 2009, she spearheaded Shape Up Vicksburg, a City Hall–supported program in which she convinced the local hospital to offer free health screenings, restaurants to create low-cal menu options, and Wal-Mart to host weigh-in stations. Fondren signed up 10 percent of Vicksburg's 25,000 residents, most of who were taking charge of their health and nutrition for the first time. They lost over 15,000 lbs. in just 17 weeks. Shape Up Sisters! is a get-healthy prescription for regular people with jobs, budgets, and real-life challenges. Here are tactics for sedentary readers to become physically active with advice, recipes, and meal plans for improving eating habits on a budget. Fondren wraps it all in her empowering personal story and the uplifting tales of women who have changed their lives by following her simple strategies. With Fondren's approachable personality and practical advice, Shape Up Sisters! is both an easy-to-use guide and a bold statement in the greater national narrative about improving health and weight loss across socioeconomic lines.

Shape up as you sit, stand, walk is a small self-help fitness guide that includes an amazing way to gain energy, flexibility, strength and even self-confidence by improving your posture, no matter the age of the reader. It describes A MIRACLE DIAMOND, an instant slouch-to-stretchposture reminder that our muscles can remember! It includes a composite of sound advice relating to factors that are within our control and influence our achieving a healthy and long life. It also includes wisdom that can make a positive impact on our lives. The format of the book is easily readable and many illustrations help to make the text more cognitive. Imagery is used throughout the book to enhance better understanding of some of the text. The book focuses on three of the most critical elements that help us to live well and live longer; attitude, lifestyle and the ability to relax tension when we are under stress. The first chapter contains an overview of all elements and levels of fitness such as diet, exercise and stress management. Explains how and why we need to include in an exercise regime, specific techniques that will keep our heart strong, muscles toned and spine flexible. We can do this at home and can fit comfortably into our daily lifestyle. The information is basic, simplified and appropriate for the average readers' needs and skills. It explains why physical and mental activities influence longevity and why, as we age, we need to stretch and tone muscles that will help us to maintain balance, flexibility and agility so that we can remain active and self-reliant, even into our senior years. Spine alignment, or posture, is the theme of the second chapter called The Miracle Exercise. This chapter is what makes this book so unique. The author explains and illustrates why, without proper posture, we can't be physically fit, as it influences our health and fitness level and every move we make. Since we all have a problem focusing on our posture; remembering to sit and stand tall without slouching; in this chapter the reader will learn how and why one amazing image, called the miracle diamond will do it for us! The image describes and explains the one simple exercise, based on the principles of Yoga and Pilates that can not only eliminate slouching, but strengthen core muscles and align the spine. The Miracle Exercise image page can be cut apart and posted in places should as the car, bathroom mirror or computer as a posture-reminder. Within weeks, as posture improves, the result gained will be increased energy, vitality and flexibility. It will prove to be a gift that keeps on giving. The third chapter, called Shower Power, illustrates how the readers can include as many as eighteen simple but powerful stretching exercises while showering or after a shower with a towel. Each exercise is illustrated and can be even more effective when rhythmic breathing is included. It demonstrates how, when muscles are warm and resilient we can relax, realign and revitalize our body, preparing it for the day's activities. The book includes two meditation exercises that can be done lying down or sitting in a chair. As deep rhythmic breathing is not only used in meditation but makes every stretching exercise more powerful, the author uses imagery to describe how to deep breathe as an exercise. This book was written to help the reader understand that it's what we do consistently, as part of our lifestyle, that is the secret to successfully becoming fit and able to live a full and active life."