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.