by Graeme Marsh (Author)
The perfect book for anyone wishing to improve their fitness - from regular exercisers looking to change their routine, to those who just wish to make everyday activities a little less of an effort. It is particularly useful for older readers (50+) and those who do not wish to spend huge sums on gym memberships and specialist equipment. The book guides the reader through the following process: a series of simple tests to assess current state of fitness - each is simple to perform and will then guide you to the areas of the book where you should focus your training over 50 exercises addressing the body's core functions: mobility, core stability, balance, strength - each exercise if fully explained and is also offered with an easier and more difficult variation to allow it to be tailored to the reader guidance on warm-up, stretching and cardiovascular training a step-by-step guide to developing a personalised 12-week training programme. At the end of each programme the reader returns to the self-tests to marvel at their progress and to create a new programme. In this way, the book is the reader's very own personal trainer.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 01 Aug 2007
ISBN 10: 0713682248
ISBN 13: 9780713682243
Book Overview: Suitable for anyone wishing to improve their well being - regardless of age, sex and current state of fitness. Simple self-tests help the reader to create the perfect training plan for their specific needs. No specialist equipment required for the exercises, so workouts can be done anywhere. Every exercise supported by colour photographs which show how it should be done, plus variations to make it harder and easier.