SAS Active Library S.

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Fitness Training

by Barry Davies

Published 4 June 2001

Part of an exciting new series which presents a range of SAS skills for a civilian readership, The SAS Active Library: Fitness is a compact but detailed manual for improving your fitness, based on the training techniques of the elite of the British Army.

The training regimes featured have been adapted for a wider audience from those issued to members of the armed forces preparing for SAS selection. They are not just about heaving weights and grunting but also cover diet-management, improving stamina and avoiding injury – elements that are relevant to anyone undertaking an exercise or fitness programme.

Throughout the book, the emphasis is on progressive and cumulative exercise regimes, following on from a realistic self-assessment of current fitness levels. The training routines are re-inforced with dietary and weight-reduction advice. The book also provides a detailed insight into SAS selection processes and suggests typical training programmes that build to enable the reader to achieve the level of fitness required by the regiment.

The SAS Active Library: Fitness has something for everyone seeking to improve their fitness and lifestyle from whatever level.

Emergency Medic

by Barry Davies

Published 2 July 2001

An compact but authoritative manual on emergency medical techniques and procedures, designed for the treatment of injuries when professional medical care is not readily available

As part of an exciting new series aimed a presenting a range of SAS skills adapted for a civilian readership, The SAS Active Library: Emergency Medic provides a detailed reference for managing illnesses and injuries with confidence when professional assistance is not at hand. The information is based on the techniques taught to SAS medical specialists who often operate in extreme conditions. Topics covered include

The human system, vital signs and emergency life-saving techniques
• Maintenance of breathing
• Blood loss and body damage
• Burns
• Broken bones
• Wound infection and treatment
• Common and infectious diseases
• Surgical preparation
• Management of gynaecological and obstretric emergencies

The SAS Active Library: Emergency Medic is a key addition to the rucksacks of independent travellers and everyone involved in outdoor pursuits.

Mountain Skills

by Barry Davies

Published 4 June 2001

Part of a new series which presents a range of SAS skills for a civilian readership, "The SAS Active Library: Mountain Skills" is a compact and portable guide to the skills and techniques necessary for the safe pursuit of hillwalking and a variety of other outdoor activities. Features include: helpful guidance on walk preparation, basic navigation and route selection; detailed advice on coping with specific emergencies ranging from getting lost to dealing with hypothermia and broken limbs; describes search-and-rescue techniques and suggests ways of making it easier to be found if you are the target; a handy and durable format, that fits easily into a rucksack; and is written by a former member of the regiment.

Self Defence

by Barry Davies

Published 4 June 2001

As part of a new series which presents a range of SAS skills in various fields adapted for a civilian readership, "The SAS Active Library: Self Defence" makes sure that you are equipped, mentally and physically, to cope with a wide variety of threatening circumstances and confrontations. General sections on fitness and the law lead into the basics of self-defence and using everyday objects as defensive weapons. Attacks on public transport, in your own car or by animals are all covered, as are sections on medical emergencies and tips especially for women to deal with occurences such as gang attacks, stalking and malicious phonecalls. All defence techniques covered are illustrated with clear, step-by-step photographs.