Stella Weller
The Better Back Book (Könyv)
ára: 4 995 Ft volt)
Szerző: | Stella Weller |
Kiadó: | Hamlyn Publishing Group |
Kiadás éve: | 2005 |
Oldalszám: | 112 |
ISBN: | 9780600612889 |
Aranykártya: | 42 pont |
If you are one of the millions of occasional or chronic back pain sufferers, these simple but effective exercises based on Pilates, yoga and Alexander technique will help you to improve your posture, strengthen your muscles and relieve discomfort.Table of Contents:INTRODUCTION 6; UNDERSTANDING YOUR SPINE 8; Overview of the bones, muscles, ligaments and nerves of the back; Who is at risk and what can go wrong; Symptoms questionnaire to help you identify your back problem; MANAGING BACK PAIN 30; Self-help for acute and persistent pain, including; Emergency pain relief; Massage; Hot and cold compresses; Finding a comfortable position; Relaxation techniques; Keeping mobile; Other treatments such as surgery, osteopathy, chiropractic, physiotherapy; PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE 50; Correct posture; How to bend, lift, work and play safely; Back attacks during pregnancy; Top tips for home, the office and travelling; EXERCISES FOR A BETTER BACK 60; Warm ups; Neck Stretches; Shoulder Circles; Arm Circles; Foot Circles; Butterfly; Single Knee Hug; Lying Twist; Rolling like a Ball; Seal Strengthening exercises, including; Chest Expansion; Lateral Stretch; Spine Twist; Abdominal Curl; Pelvic Tilt; Single Leg Raise; Bridge; Hamstring Stretch; Cool downs, including; Roll Down; Progressive Muscle Relaxation; Rhythmic Diaphragmatic Breathing; BACK PROGRAMMES 96; Plan the programme that is right for you - depending on your level of fitness, try spending 2 weeks on each of the following 10- and 15-20-minute routines; Beginners; Intermediate; Advanced; QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 104; Common queries concerning the dos and don'ts of back care.
Stella Weller: The Better Back Book könyv ára: 4 995 Ft