by Christopher M . Norris (Author)
The Complete Guide to Stretching is the definitive practical handbook for: - sports participants and recreational exercisers who are keen to achieve a level of flexibility that will enhance their performance - sports coaches and fitness instructors who are seeking a thorough understanding of the principles and practice of this often neglected component of physical fitness - sport and exercise therapists who could use stretching as an important part of a balanced rehabilitation programme A reasonable level of flexibility is essential to the healthy functioning of joints and muscles, which in turn facilitates performance and reduces the risk of injury. The Complete Guide to Stretching provides an accessible overview of the scientific principles that underpin this form of training and offers more than 70 exercises designed to safely increase range of motion right across the body. New chapters in this 2nd edition discuss yoga and fascia stretching, and there are over 30 new exercises.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: 2
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 06 Sep 2004
ISBN 10: 0713669942
ISBN 13: 9780713669947
Book Overview: the new edition contains over thirty new exercises, as well as new chapters new areas of interest such as fascia stretching and nerve stretching sales of previous editions are over 10,000 since publication in 1999 the definitive stretching handbook - increasing substantially in length from 160 pages up to 240 pages Christopher Norris is an acknowledged authority in the field of stretching and physiotherapy. 'recommended' Top Sante