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1,500 Stretches--the follow-up book to the New York Times
bestseller 2,100 Asanas-- compiles all stretching poses in one
place, organized by body part, with stunning photographs,
easy-to-follow steps, and the health benefits of each pose. Does
your lower back ache from sitting all day? Can you barely walk
after your cycling class? Do you stretch your back and feel only
more tension? Stretching is vital for chronic pain, building muscle
tone, and full movement. 1,500 Stretches has the complete
collection of stretches organized by body part--back, calf,
hamstrings, chest and many more. They are demonstrated in beautiful
full-color photographs. The steps are easy to follow and explain
what muscle groups are targeted and its benefits for pain relief
and physical appearance. There are additional chapters on yoga and
partner stretches and the importance of stretching correctly. 1,500
Stretches celebrates the beauty of the body through photography,
while providing practical advice to feel and look better.
Over 35,000 copies have been sold of this essential guide for the
burgeoning over 50 population. The exercises in Anatomy of Exercise
for 50+ will support good health at any age, but for those over
fifty they can help in the prevention of specific age-related
problems like joint mobility, balance and fatigue, as well as
medical conditions like heart disease, colon cancer, diabetes,
osteoporosis, arthritis and Alzheimer’s disease. This book
follows the successful format of the “Anatomy of” books, which
have sold more than 500,000 copies. The series’ revolutionary
approach is the combination of photographs and lifelike anatomical
drawings that reveal in colourful detail exactly which muscles are
engaged and how, and which muscles benefit from each exercise. For
those who want to take control of their health, at whatever age,
and for fitness trainers, physiotherapists and activity managers in
community care facilities, retirement homes and nursing homes
Anatomy of Exercise for 50+ is an instructive and practical
resource.
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