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A reasonable level of flexibility is essential to the healthy functioning of joints and muscles, which in turn facilitates performance and reduces the risk of injury. This guide provides an accessible overview of the scientific principles that underpin this form of training, and offers more than 70 exercises designed to safely increase the range of motion right across the body. It features important sections on measuring flexibility and devising sport-specific programmes. All guidance is in line with the latest scientific research.
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'it is aimed at sports people and others who enjoy exercise who are keen to achieve a level of flexibility to enhance their performance' Cheshire Life
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Christopher M. Norris is a Chartered Physiotherapist, sports scientist, highly successful author and established lecturer and consultant. He has over twenty years experience in treating soft tissue injuries and specialises in sports injuries and exercise therapy. As Norris Associates he runs two private clinics in Manchester and provides consultancy services to blue-chip industries and several leading sports clubs.
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Condition: Muy bueno. : Esta guía completa ofrece una visión detallada de los principios científicos que sustentan el entrenamiento de estiramiento, combinando la biología con la práctica. La primera parte del libro explora el funcionamiento de los músculos y la interacción de las fuerzas con los huesos, las articulaciones e incluso los nervios, proporcionando una base sólida sobre la postura y la fisiología.La segunda sección es eminentemente práctica e incluye más de 70 ejercicios diseñados para mejorar la flexibilidad y el rendimiento físico. Cada ejercicio está técnicamente descrito, cubriendo movimientos como el desplazamiento lateral del tronco y la flexión lateral, lo que lo convierte en un recurso indispensable tanto para entusiastas del fitness como para profesionales de la salud. EAN: 9780713667790 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Salud y Bienestar|Deportes y Recreación Título: The Complete Guide to Stretching Autor: Christopher M. Norris Editorial: A & C Black Publishers Ltd Idioma: en Páginas: 193 Formato: tapa blanda. Seller Inventory # Happ-2026-03-17-18a1b62e