Educational institutions, religious organizations, municipal and national governments are considering means to prevent racial degeneration and taking steps to have future generations of men healthful, strong and well-formed physical and mental beings. To preserve present health and to insure the future welfare of the race it is necessary that we build up a strong, virile youth. The American youth is successfully combating the degenerating influences of modern civilization in a large way through engaging in the many forms of athletic exercise and Sports. More and more the young men and women of our race will have to be led into these paths to health and strength, and it is up to our leading men, women and institutions to provide means for and to support these wholesome, health giving sports and diversions. It is hoped that this book will get to the hands of many young men and boys of our race. Throughout these pages will be found references to other books, notably those of Spalding's Athletic Library. These books can be obtained at ten cents each, and are invaluable to athletic managers, coaches, athletes and those interested in any branch of physical education.

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