“I believe this book to be of great value to medical professionals who treat figure skating injuries day-to-day. Regardless of a skaters age or skating level, this book can help identify the source of a problem and offers step-by-step options and solutions to solving the problem”. John Harmata, aka: Mr. Edge

The multiple stresses of contemporary life—whether from excessive sports play, overwork, or overuse of technology—are increasingly taking a toll on the body. Symptoms range from muscle soreness and pain to pinched nerves to potentially more permanent disabilities, including serious body injuries. One safe, quickly productive way to address the problem is through a simple therapy that can be done anywhere, anytime, and without special equipment: stretching. This new edition of Brad Walker’s...

Running has become more and more popular in recent years, with thousands of people entering marathons, buying new running shoes with the latest technology, and going for a daily jog, whether on the track or on a treadmill. Unfortunately, with running comes injuries, as a result of wrong information and improper training. Author Jay Dicharry was tired of getting the same treatments from doctors that didn’t heal his joint and muscle pain from running, so he decided to combine different field...

Foreword by Chris HemsworthA proven program that teaches you how to harness the body’s natural movement patterns in daily activities to get fit, healthy, and pain-free for lifeHunching over a keyboard, commuting long hours, slouching on the couch—poor postures resulting from our sedentary lifestyle have thrown our bodies out of balance, causing unnecessary stress and strain that compromise our joints, restrict organ function, and weaken our...

In the seven years since the publication of his first book, Functional Training for Sports, new understanding of functional anatomy created a shift in strength coaching. With this new material, Coach Boyle presents the continued evolution of functional training as seen by a leader in the strength and conditioning field.

Live pain free! Now fully updated and revised throughout, this million-copy bestseller will help you feel and move better.“This book is extraordinary, and I am thrilled to recommend it to anyone who’s interested in dramatically increasing the quality of their physical health.”—Tony RobbinsWith a new foreword by John Lynch, Hall of Fame NFL safety and general manager of the San Francisco 49ersCan gentle exercise help...

A fully revised and updated edition of the program that’s sold more than 5.5 million copies worldwide—plus a new chapter addressing shoulder painSince the McKenzie Method was first developed in the 1960s, millions of people have successfully used it to free themselves from chronic back and neck pain. Now, Robin McKenzie has updated his innovative program and added a new chapter on relieving shoulder pain. In 7 Steps to a Pain-Free Life, you’ll learn:· Common causes ...

Tom Danielson's Core Advantage offers a simple, highly effective core strength program for cyclists. This comprehensive approach shows the 50 essential core workout exercises that will build strength and endurance in the key core muscles for cycling--no gym membership required.Tom Danielson's Core Advantage offers a simple, highly effective core strength program for cyclists. This comprehensive approach shows the 50 essential core workout exercises that will build strength and endurance in...

RAISE YOUR GAME WITH THIS REVOLUTIONARY STRETCHING PROGRAMToday's fitness experts have discovered that both stretching and how you stretch can affect how well you perform on the field, court, or track. That is why so many top trainers recommend dynamic stretches. Dynamic Stretching teaches how to effectively prepare your body for physical activity while simultaneously improving strength, power, speed, agility, and endurance. With more than 50 exercises—fully illustrated with step-by-step p...

Tools For Developing Good Form And Running Injury-Free. A Practical Guide To Understanding And Using Minimalist Running Shoes To Develop Good Running Form. Learn how to use minimalist running shoes as tools for improving your running form and run injury-free for life. Understand what the latest footwear manufacturers technology offers and decide which works for your situation. Learn what's wrong with traditional running shoes and how you can prevent injuries in the future.

Clear information and effective exercises to end pain, regain range of motion, and prevent future injury—includes over 300 photos.Shoulder problems can be debilitating, whether they come from sports injuries or just daily stresses and strains. Healthy Shoulder Handbook outlines the causes for common shoulder conditions, including shoulder impingement, rotator cuff, tendinitis, dislocation, and repetitive motion injuries. Illustrated with over 300 step-by-st...

Raise your game to a higher level with this guide to a cutting-edge strength training method.Successful athletes combine great skill with explosive power. If you want to improve your skills: practice, practice, practice. If you want to improve your power: do PLYOMETRICS.With over seventy exercises specially designed to enhance your speed, power, jumping and agility, ***Plyometrics for Athletes at All Levels***gives you the winning advantage...