Summaries of books about Exercise & Workout Guides:
Movement
Gray Cook
The book provides a systematic approach to evaluating and improving movement patterns to prevent injuries and enhance athletic performance, introducing the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) and offering corrective exercises. It emphasizes the importance of functional movements in physical conditioning and rehabilitation, bridging the gap between the fitness and medical communities.
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Anatomy of the Voice
An Illustrated Guide for Singers, Vocal Coaches, and Speech Therapists
Theodore Dimon
The book provides a detailed visual guide to the structure and function of the vocal mechanism, using clear illustrations and accessible explanations. It serves as a resource for understanding how the voice works and offers practical advice for vocal development and therapy.
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Treat Your Own Shoulder
Robin McKenzie|Grant Watson|Robert Lindsay
The book provides readers with a comprehensive self-help guide for managing shoulder pain through exercises and preventive strategies. It includes detailed illustrations and instructions for rehabilitation techniques designed to alleviate discomfort and improve shoulder function.
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Treat Your Own Hip
Robin McKenzie|Grant Watson|Robert Lindsay
The book provides readers with a self-help program designed to alleviate hip pain through a series of exercises and stretches that promote proper posture and movement. It also offers guidance on how to identify the causes of hip discomfort and implement strategies for long-term relief and improved hip function.
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Chair Yoga for Seniors
Stretches and Poses that You Can Do Sitting Down at Home
Lynn Lehmkuhl
The book provides a collection of yoga exercises and stretches specifically designed for seniors, which can be performed while seated to accommodate limited mobility and balance issues. It includes step-by-step instructions and illustrations to ensure safe and effective practice for improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being from the comfort of one's home.
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The Breathing Book
Good Health and Vitality Through Essential Breath Work
Donna Farhi
The book offers a comprehensive guide to improving health and well-being through conscious breathing techniques. It provides practical exercises for enhancing the capacity to breathe deeply and efficiently, aiming to reduce stress, increase energy, and improve physical and emotional health.
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No Sweat
How the Simple Science of Motivation Can Bring You a Lifetime of Fitness
Michelle Segar.
The book presents a science-based approach to redefining the concept of exercise and fitness, emphasizing the importance of finding personalized and enjoyable forms of physical activity to foster long-term motivation. It offers practical strategies for integrating sustainable exercise habits into one's lifestyle by focusing on immediate rewards and intrinsic motivation rather than guilt or obligation.
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The Joy of Movement
How exercise helps us find happiness, hope, connection, and courage
Kelly McGonigal
The book explores the psychological and physiological benefits of physical activity, highlighting how exercise can enhance emotional well-being, foster social connections, and build resilience. It presents scientific research and personal narratives to illustrate how movement can lead to a more fulfilling and joyful life.
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Master Your Core
A Science-Based Guide to Achieve Peak Performance and Resilience to Injury
Bohdanna Zazulak
The book provides evidence-based strategies for strengthening the core muscles to enhance athletic performance and prevent injuries. It includes explanations of core anatomy, exercises, and training programs tailored to improve stability, balance, and overall physical resilience.
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Heal Your Aching Back
What a Harvard Doctor Wants You to Know About Finding Relief and Keeping Your Back Strong
Jeffrey N. Katz
The book provides evidence-based advice and strategies for managing back pain, including diagnostic approaches, treatment options, and preventive measures. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the causes of back pain and offers a comprehensive guide to rehabilitation exercises and lifestyle changes to maintain a healthy back.
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