"This useful title, which will also work well as a circulating item, presents that something extra for fitness enthusiasts who want to become serious about their conditioning."
— Library Journal (starred review)
The revolutionary series Anatomy of Exercise includes eight specialized titles that followed the first title,
Anatomy of Exercise
, each focusing on a specific sport or exercise program. Since the release of the first book, the titles in this innovative series have sold 250,000 copies in North America.
Compiling content from all nine titles,
Encyclopedia of Exercise Anatomy
enables the reader to tailor a personalized and professional program that will meet specific needs. A runner can dip into yoga to improve his breathing; a muscle builder can shape her legs with cycling workouts; a gymnast can combine yoga with core stability and strength exercises, and a woman over 50 can design a program that fits into her busy life.
Comprehensive and informative, this big compendium includes these standard features:
Full-body anatomy illustrations, front and back
Annotated full-color anatomical illustrations for all exercises
Full-color photographs of exercises
Visual identification of active and stabilizing muscles
Concise step-by-step how-to instructions and guidance
Level-of-difficulty modifications
"Best For" information boxes
Safety tips boxes
Pre-designed workouts
Visual index of exercises
Glossary of anatomical terms.
For anyone who works on their fitness routines, whether at a gym, health club or in a sport personally, professionally or academically,
is the ideal resource for a lifetime of healthy living.