176 pages; 265 mm x 194 mm; 320 colour illustrations; paperback
Takes the reader inside the body to show exactly what is happening during a stretch. 300 full-colour illustrations show the primary and secondary muscles worked in 115 key stretches arranged by body area.
Author Brad Walker looks at stretching from every angle, including physiology and flexibility; the benefits of stretching; the different types of stretching; rules for safe stretching; and how to stretch properly. Aimed at fitness enthusiasts of any level, as well as at fitness pros, The Anatomy of Stretching also focuses on which stretches are useful for the alleviation or rehabilitation of specific sports injuries.
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Upper Body Stretches
Lower Body Stretches
Neck, Back and Core Stretches
£10.99 (each); 995 mm x 740 mm
Using drawings taken from the best-selling The Anatomy of Stretching, these beautifully illustrated wall charts show exactly what is happening during a stretch. Each of the 16 key stretches illustrates the primary and secondary muscles worked, showing how to perform each stretch and highlight sports injuries for which each stretch will be beneficial.
Aimed at fitness professionals, physical therapists, sports scientists, or anyone involved in sport, these charts will help explain what is happening during a stretch, how the stretch can assist in recovery from injury, and add colour to any gym or treatment room wall.
The Anatomy of Stretching
