Ageing successfully means learning how to make and maintain positive lifestyle changes to remain in the best of health. Not just living longer, but better, and embracing ageing, rather than dreading it. Regular Pilates practice can enable a fulfilling and active later life, helping to lower blood pressure and remove the causes of aches and pains, which can support independent living and good health. Pilates for Living combines simple and effective exercises, suitable for all levels and abilities, with expert advice and motivational interviews with those who testify to the transformative powers of Pilates.

Many people are drawn to a physical yoga practice as a way to reduce stress and move more. However, because most of their time is spent at a desk, their bodies are often not prepared to perform many of the traditional physical poses. Additionally, naturally flexible people will be drawn to the practice, because it comes easily to them. However, they frequently lack the stability needed to support their joints in these positions, which makes them vulnerable to pain and repetitive stress injuries. Yoga Deconstructed(R) offers the experience of yoga with an interdisciplinary approach that integrates other movement modalities and modern movement science. This approach helps students become more well-rounded in their movements, which better prepares them for asana and improves their ability to function in everyday life. This book teaches: How to help students move better and reduce their risk of injury within the scope of yoga, Pilates or any other movement modality. Regressions and progressions for human movement and yoga asana to fit the unique needs of the student. Critical thinking skills to help students safely transition from physical therapy to group classes. Strategies to introduce variability and neuromuscular re-education that help facilitate tissue resiliency, neuroplasticity, and new motor patterns. How to apply a skills-based approach, instead of a lineage-based approach Modern movement applications, including somatics, sensory feedback methods, and corrective exercise. How to deconstruct and expand yoga asana beyond static, two-dimensional shapes to reduce the risk of hypermobility and repetitive stress injuries.

Get rolling! Your body will ask for more.
Created by veteran yoga teacher Yamuna Zake, body rolling is a revolutionary fitness technique that uses six- to ten-inch inflatable balls to strengthen, tone, and realign the body, while providing sensations that can surpass the bliss of a massage. Now, in the first book devoted to body rolling, Zake shares the routines that she has imparted to thousands of clients across the country, and shows you how to get on the ball--and get the body you've always wanted.
The next step for fans of yoga and Pilates, body rolling is the ultimate way to streamline your figure and promote physical wellbeing without the bulked-up results of conventional workout methods. Like yoga and Pilates, these easy-to-follow, fully illustrated routines will condition and lengthen your muscles, improve core strength, and enhance posture, flexibility, and balance. But unlike those practices, body rolling also realigns your spine and joints, relieving pain and muscle tension and providing a workout, a massage, and a chiropractic session all at once. The routines can be combined for a full body workout, or abbreviated for instant relief--to ease shoulder tightness after a long workday or to enhance bedtime relaxation. The result: You will be not only stronger and more fit with a long, lean shape--you'll stand taller, you'll move more easily, and best of all, you'll feel terrific.

The Army assesses, plans, prepares, and executes training and leader development through training based on tasks, conditions, and standards. Knowing the task, assessing the level of proficiency against the standard and developing a sustained or improved training plan is the essence of all Army training. Army training overall prepares Soldiers, leaders, and units to fight in the full spectrum of operations. Combat readiness is the Army's primary focus as it transitions to a more agile, versatile, lethal, and survivable force. Physical readiness training prepares Soldiers and units for the physical challenges of fulfilling the mission in the face of a wide range of threats, in complex operational environments, and with emerging technologies. Part I, Philosophy, covers approach, system, and leadership. Part II, Strategy, covers types of programs, planning considerations, and special conditioning programs. Part III, Activities, covers execution of training, preparation and recovery, strength and mobility, and endurance and mobility. Appendix A is the Army Physical Fitness Test. Appendix B discusses climbing bars. Appendix C discusses posture and body mechanics. Appendix D discusses environmental considerations. Appendix E discusses obstacle negotiation

Just because you're exercising doesn't mean you're working out! Why do so many people slog away at the gym getting nowhere? It's simple; they're not doing effective workouts! "I like to compare a workout to a work of art," says Damien Kelly, one of Australia's top fitness programmers. "A good artwork is not just paint thrown on the canvas with no thought, emotion or skill. Just as a workout is not a bunch of exercises thrown together with no thought, emotion or skill ...a workout should have balance, intrigue, excitement and maybe even a touch of fear. Every day, people waste their time and hard efforts by doing a random bunch of exercises that in isolations are okay but that just don't work together to give maximum benefit." In The Little Book of Big Workouts, Damien gives you 31 bespoke workouts to maximise your fitness fast. His unique fitness programs are challenging but achievable for all levels of fitness.

Pilates for Life is the ideal guide to Pilates for anyone over 40. In addition to providing clear information and step-by-step instructions for a specially tailored workout, there are also sections on how specially developed exercises can help with a number of conditions. From gentle exercises suitable for recovering from a hip replacement to coping strategies for the symptoms of Parkinson's, this is in depth and carefully researched guide is essential reading. Written by two Pilates experts with a wealth of experience and in consultation with a chartered Physiotherapist, the exercises and tips in Pilates for Life can help to prevent or reduce the development of some issues and conditions associated with ageing. This book is full of inspiring guidance for anyone wanting to explore the benefits of Pilates.

The Swim Deck Cards system is a swimming workout system designed for selecting a variety of swimming workouts to improve physical fitness and swimming skill. The Swim Deck Cards swimming workout system is designed to be used at all levels of swimming including Recreational, Age Group, and Masters. The workouts are arranged in a system similar to a deck of playing cards. Workouts can be selected intentionally or randomly using the cards.

UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL TO LIVE THE LIFE YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED.

Kundalini yoga engages your unique sources of energy -- those that empower your spirit as well as your body. Drawing from the riches of ancient yogic tradition, The Kundalini Yoga Experience offers a system of physical poses, breathing techniques, and focused meditations that, when practiced together, will bring you

Unlike any other yoga guide, The Kundalini Yoga Experience encourages you to develop a practice that suits your needs. At the start, a simple numerological profile based on your birth date reveals your strengths and weaknesses. From there, you'll learn which exercises and meditations will be most effective in helping you balance each energy center (or chakra) in your body. Clear instructions and photographs guide you through each step, and as you move from one to another, you'll see how physical movement and spiritual reflection go hand in hand to heal and strengthen every part of you.

With regular practice, you'll be surprised at how strong, healthy, and fulfilled you feel. Experiencing the power of Kundalini is your birthright -- embrace it!

Whether you've been a regular at the gym for years or are just getting started, " Fitness Weight Training" contains proven programs for attaining the body you want

Expanded, enhanced, and improved, this new edition of the perennial best-selling guide provides an overview of weight training. From equipment selection to exercise technique, "Fitness Weight Training" has the information you need to get to work quickly, safely, and correctly.

Best of all, you will find 75 programs for muscle toning, body shaping, and pure strength training. Just determine your objective and use the color-coded six-week-long workout zones--or levels of difficulty and intensity--to achieve your goal. With more than 60 of the most effective exercises to choose from, you can tailor your routine to the time, energy, and equipment available.

Make every minute in the weight room count. Make "Fitness Weight Training" your workout guide and achieve your goals for training.

Running: Maximize Performance & Minimize Injuries is a comprehensive guide to the prevention and management of running related injuries. Dr. Donald A. Ozello DC of Championship Chiropractic in Las Vegas, Nevada provides easy to implement guidelines for beginners and experienced runners. Prevention and management of common running injures such as shin splints, iliotibial band syndrome, sciatica and hamstring strains are discussed in detail. Whether you are a novice runner or seasoned veteran runner. Whether you are a sprinter, walker, vertical runner, tri-athlete or ultra-marathoner. Whether you are a recreational or competitive runner, Dr. Donald A. Ozello DC provides general and specific guidelines to preventing running injuries. Learn how to prevent and better manage common running-related injuries. Discover techniques to enhance your running performance, boost your overall fitness and lower the potential for injury. Learn techniques to strengthen your feet, stretch your calves, recover from ankle sprains, decompress your spine and develop nutritional strategies to support injury recovery. Improve your health, set new personal records and amplify running results by averting and better managing running-induced injuries. Increase your training enjoyment and become a stronger, fitter runner by avoiding common training mistakes. Dr. Donald A. Ozello DC provides a comprehensive explanation of training strategies to reduce the risk of acquiring common running injuries. Learn methods to prepare your body for running to prevent injuries. Educate yourself on training techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, health and fitness to better prevent the occurrence of injury. Chapters include: Benefits of Running, Injury Prevention, Lower Back Pain, Sciatica, Hamstring Strains, Hip Flexor Strains, Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS), Patello-Femoral Syndrome (Runner's Knee), Patellar Tendonitis, Shin Splints, Calf Muscle Strains, Achilles Tendonitis, Ankle Sprains, Plantar Fasciitis, Stress Fractures, Proper Running Footwear, Custom Fit Orthotics, Basic Foot Exercises, Advanced Foot Exercises, Proper Running Warm-Up, Nutritional Strategies for Injury Recovery, Hydration Strategies, Rest & Recovery, Chiropractic Care for Runners and Health & Fitness Training. Life a healthier, fitter, more functional life and become a better runner by preventing and more efficiently managing common running injuries.

Evolving from the author's personal experience as a competitive bodybuilder and his many years of committed research and testing, the Biomechanically Correct (BMC) Training System-as outlined in this 250-page book-is a completely new way of thinking about resistance training. It optimises the substantial benefits for body and mind of unilateral training: exercising one muscle on one side of the body at any one time. Through its direct targeting of the prime moving muscle, the BMC Training System is an imperative training regime for anyone concerned to safely optimise muscle development and joint efficiency, while minimising wear and tear of body structures. In so doing, the BMC Training System moves beyond the traditional bilateral training approach, which so often sees unintended harm done to the body. Key features Clear and methodical presentation of the principles, components and benefits of unilateral resistance training that: - create awareness of physical functionality to help preserve mental and structural well-being and prevent injury - empowers participants with the knowledge needed for peak development of body and mind - breaks down natural defences often put up by those challenged to learn new things - encourages participation by a wider audience-beginner and experienced athlete alike, of all ages-by removing the stigma of intimidation and fear often associated with traditional bilateral training Simple, common-sense answers to simple questions - How do I exercise a muscle in a safe and efficient manner? Why is this system so important for achieving this? Series of extensively illustrated exercises for the prime moving muscle that detail step-by-step guidelines on how to execute each so as to develop, strengthen and condition the muscle and associated structures with minimal risk of injury The author has a simple philosophy for maintaining longevity for those committed to reaping the benefits offered by his BMC Training System: 'Train smart - think about what you are doing.'"

Sie halten dieses Buch in den Handen, weil fur Sie persoenlich Fitness, oder das Altern an sich ein Thema sind. Vielleicht haben Sie sich schon mit Hilfe von Buchern, Kursen, oder auch persoenlicher Beratung Unterstutzung gesucht, wenn es darum ging, Ihr persoenliches Wohlbefinden, Ihre Belastbarkeit, oder einfach die Lebensqualitat in der kommenden Zeit zu verbessern. Das bedeutet, dass Ihr Interesse an den modernen und wissenschaftlich begrundeten Methoden, gesund und fit ins Alter zu wachsen, gross genug ist, um dieses Buch zu lesen. Ganz gleich, wie alt Sie sind, wenn Sie koerperlich inaktiv, vielleicht etwas ub- gewichtig sind, einen oder mehrere Risikofaktoren fur Zivilisationserkrankungen aufweisen, hier finden Sie Loesungen fur einen Weg zur Besserung Ihres Zustandes. Sind Sie vielleicht schon chronisch von einer dieser Erkrankungen betroffen dann wird dieses Buch eine Unterstutzung sein. Je untrainierter Sie sind, desto mehr werden Sie von diesem Buch profitieren, da es Ihnen Stra- gien zur Wiedererlangung bzw. Festigung der Gesundheit im Rahmen eines gesunden und erlebnisreichen Alterns aufzeigt. Auch wenn Sie regelmassig koerperlich aktiv sind, joggen, schwimmen, be- steigen, Ski fahren und Tennis spielen, und sich nach Ihrer Pensionierung noch einmal ein grosses "Erlebnis" goennen wollen, wie z.B. den Kailash zu umrunden, einige 4000er zu bezwingen, einen Marathon zu laufen oder Helikopter Ski fahren zu gehen - auch dann sollten Sie in diesem Buch blattern, da auch die wichtigsten Grundlagen fur eine gezielte Leistungssteigerung vermittelt werden.

For over sixty years, I have taught and studied Shotokan Karate, Aikido, Kwong Sai Jook Lum Mantis Kung Fu, Yang Tai Chi; Qigong and helped teach Yoga. During this time these arts have become mere shells of their original system, simplified and mixed, like chop suey. One reason is that in modern times few people have the time, interest or perseverance to study a classical art. Another is that to make a profit, you cannot criticize students, make them perform many boring repetitions, but must amuse them, Even prestigious medical centers, hospitals and universities offer these simplified activities for health, like Yoga, Tai Chi and Qigong (pronounced Chi Kung). They seem to have little knowledge of these original arts or know how to find genuine masters for teachers. Many teachers are well-meaning and follow their teacher's methodology, not realizing that their teachers really have little knowledge of their art. One purpose of this book is to describe classical Yoga, Tai Chi and Qigong to encourage interested teachers to further their knowledge in order to preserve these systems and prevent further degradation. Medical professionals should read this book in to learn about Yoga, Tai Chi and Qigong not only to be able to find competent teachers, but also to know which art to recommend. For example, few Yoga teachers are versed in anatomy and physiology and so a physical therapist rather than a Yoga teacher should be recommended. Also, modern Yoga is not suitable for many seniors. A Medical Qigong Doctor should be recommended for serious illnesses and not the feel good Qigong class conducted at many hospitals. Finally, seniors and non-athletes will learn that vigorous and long duration exercises are not necessary for health. There are non-strenuous activities that can preserve health and also help cure illness - like Tai Chi and Qigong. Students will learn about these arts to help them find knowledgeable teachers. For example, read the Appendix on basic Tai Chi principles and see if a class is doing these.

Most of us sit still for the majority of the day at our desks, not to mention hours binge watching Netflix. No self-respecting cat gets up without stretching, but humans have forgotten this need for regular movement. Back ache, migraines, RSI and even digestion issues can be aggravated by sitting still for too long. Move More At Your Desk shows you how to improve your sitting posture, strengthen, stretch and improve flexibility, to counter the issues caused by too little movement. Illustrated throughout, the book is divided into 5 sections presenting movement snacks you can choose throughout your day: Neck and shoulders * Moving your spine * Legs and hips * Hands and wrists * Breathing. Each section provides exercises, tips and tricks targeting areas that are badly affected by stiffness and pain. Build new habits, learn how to move just a bit more each day, and within four weeks aches and pains will be gone, you will feel more energized, positive and alive at work. Move More At Your Deskwill give you everything you need to improve your overall health, posture and core strength.

How to Strengthen a Runner's Body and Skyrocket Performance in Just a 30 Minutes? Are you looking for an easy, quick, and efficient strategy that will strengthen your body while at the same time increase your performance levels on the running track? If your answer is yes, then keep reading. You don't need to Spend Countless Hours Each Week in Order to improve your Running Strength There a huge misconception amongst runners that suggests the only way to improve running strength is to spend hours and hours at the gym each week. As a runner myself, I'm reporting this from personal experience. I also believed once that the only way to improve strength on the track meant lots of hours at the local gym. I can now say with confidence that this is NOT the case. In reality, all you need is to devote 2-3 days a week on your strength training. Better still, these workouts only require around 30 to 40 minutes per session. Get a Customized Strength Workout Plan in This Book In this book, I am giving you three types of customized strength workouts; namely beginner, intermediate and advanced. This means that you too will be able to increase your strength simply by following the suggested exercises. All the movements presented within are carefully selected by me, a runner, for "runners." This means you will not waste time working on muscles that do not contribute to your running performance; a common mistake made by so many. In my ignorance, I used to be one of those athletes that squandered away the hours working on all the wrong areas. Read my book and you will not have to make the same mistakes as I did - guaranteed My extensive research and firsthand experience has enabled me to put together this practical How-To Guide on strength training. It's a book specifically for runners looking to improve their overall performance. Anyone can evolve with the right techniques, irrespective of their current level. Do You Really Want to Increase Your Strength and Skyrocket Your Running Performance? If you're serious about improving your running performance, then my book can help. Cut to the chase and start to increase your running strength without further delay. Prepare to move up to the next level by simply scrolling to the top of this page and clicking on the "Buy Now With 1-Click" button