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  • Stretching Anatomyby Arnold G. Nelson; Jouko J. Kokkonen

    Human Kinetics 2007; US$ 19.95

    See inside every stretch?and maximize flexibility! Stretching Anatomy will arm you with the knowledge to increase range of motion, supplement training, enhance recovery, and maximize efficiency of movement. more...

  • Playdancingby Diane Lynch Fraser

    Princeton Book Company 2004; US$ 10.95

    Playdancing is a creative movement program developed to foster confidence, creativity and problem-solving skills in children aged three to eight. The book is written primarily for teachers' use in the classroom. The book is geared toward educators and the activities do not require experience with dance. The only prerequisite for its contents is a desire to discover the creative potential children possess and to guide them in their ability to utilize their creativity. Playdancing discusses the developmental stages of early childhood and the specific skills necessary for creativity to flourish. Lesson plans and examples of activities are outlined for each stage of development. Each activity listed includes an objective, the materials needed,... more...

  • The New Rules of Liftingby Lou Schuler; Alwyn Cosgrove

    Penguin Group Inc. 2008; US$ 14.99

    Ten unique programs for fat loss, muscle gain, and strength improvement for beginners and elite lifters. Want to get more out of your workout and spend less time in the gym? Many guys devote so many hours to lifting weight yet end up with so little to show for it. In many cases, the problem is simple: They aren?t doing exercises based on the movements their bodies were designed to do. Six basic movements?the squat, deadlift, lunge, push, pull, and twist?use all of the body?s major muscles. And, more important, they use those muscles in coordinated action, the way they were designed to work. The New Rules of Lifting , now in paperback and with more than one hundred photographs, gives you more than a year?s worth of workouts based on these... more...

  • Advanced Max Contraction Trainingby John R. Little

    McGraw-Hill 2006; US$ 18.95

    ''Human progress hinges on the commitment of a select few to not accept current knowledge as a final truth, to continue to strive to constantly improve their methods, their knowledge base, their skill set. John Little questioned conventional strength training methods and has created a system that takes traditional results to the next level. As a well-established innovator in fitness and strength training, his methods have been employed by hundreds of thousands of individuals around the world. His methods have been touted as the impetus for 'physiology books to be rewritten,' and can save hours of unnecessary time in the gym, and will open your eyes to the most up-to-date research and information available--a tremendously potent technology that,... more...

  • The Gold's Gym Guide to Getting Started in Bodybuildingby Ed Housewright

    McGraw-Hill 2004; US$ 18.95

    The Gold's Gym Guide to Getting Started In Bodybuilding provides newcomers with a sound,. systematic approach to realizing their muscular potentials through proper weight lifting. Designed. to get beginners motivated and keep them motivated while providing them with a solid foundation on which to build, it:.:.; Coaches readers in bodybuilding fundamentals, such as proper form and the best numbers of reps and sets.; Describes specialized routines for different muscle groups.; Provides step-by-step instructions and dozens of charts, graphs, and checklists. more...

  • Beginning Bodybuildingby John R. Little

    McGraw-Hill 2007; US$ 18.95

    Prepare to look, feel, and perform better than you ever have before!. Why bodybuilding? Put simply, lifting weights--or resistance training--is one of the best ways to achieve total body health and fitness. Research has shown time and again that pumping iron provides a host of benefits: Bigger muscles, of course, but also greater strength, higher bone density, and deeper cardiovascular capacity. Adding muscle also naturally ignites your body's internal fat-burners, increasing your metabolism while lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol. Oh yeah, and you'll look terrific . Here's all you need to start building serious muscle, including crucial information on: Complete workouts and techniques to maximize results; Specific tips... more...

  • 10-Minute Toughnessby Jason Selk

    McGraw-Hill 2008; US$ 19.95

    A powerful and proven three-phase system for athletes and competitors at every level who want to achieve a winning state of mind You develop your muscles to be physically strong, but exercising the mental edge is just as crucial for peak performance. 10-Minute Toughness gives effective tools to take control of your success through a personalized mental training system. Following the author's five-stage daily mental workout, along with his goal-setting activities and solution-focused tools, you'll use mental imagery, positive self-talk, controlled breathing, and more to increase confidence and beat the competition. more...

  • Body by Scienceby John Little; Doug McGuff

    McGraw-Hill 2008; US$ 19.95

    Building muscle has never been faster oreasier than with this revolutionary once-a-weektraining program. In Body By Science , bodybuilding powerhouse John Little teams up with fitness medicine expert Dr. Doug McGuff to present a scientifically proven formula for maximizing muscle development in just 12 minutes a week. Backed by rigorous research, the authors prescribe a weekly high-intensity program for increasing strength, revving metabolism, and building muscle for a total fitness experience. more...

  • The New Rules of Lifting for Womenby Lou Schuler; Cassandra M.S. Forsythe

    Penguin Group Inc. 2008; US$ 13.99

    In The New Rules of Lifting for Women , authors Lou Schuler, Cassandra Forsythe, and Alwyn Cosgrove present a comprehensive strength, conditioning, and nutrition plan destined to revolutionize the way women work out. All the latest studies prove that strength training, not aerobics, provides the key to losing fat and building a fit, strong body. This book refutes the misconception that women will "bulk up" if they lift heavy weights. Nonsense! It's tough enough for men to pack on muscle, and they have much more of the hormone necessary to build muscle: natural testosterone. Muscles need to be strengthened to achieve a lean, healthy look. Properly conditioned muscles increase metabolism and promote weight loss-it's that simple. The program... more...

  • Teaching Yogaby Mariel Hemingway; Mark Stephens

    North Atlantic Books 2011; US$ 22.95

    Teaching Yoga is an essential resource for new and experienced teachers as well as a guide for all yoga students interested in refining their skills and knowledge. Addressing 100% of the teacher training curriculum standards set by Yoga Alliance, the world's leading registry and accreditation source for yoga teachers and schools, Teaching Yoga is also ideal for use as a core textbook in yoga teacher training programs. Drawing on a wide spectrum of perspectives, and featuring more than 150 photographs and illustrations, the book covers fundamental topics of yoga philosophy and history, including a historical presentation of classical yoga literature: the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras of Pataljali, and the main historical... more...