Anatomy
Stretching Anatomy
by Arnold G. Nelson and Jouko Kokkonen
Flexor Carpi Radialis- it's not a political slogan of Caesar, it's one of the muscles on the forearm that you've felt but (probably) never seen. In Stretching Anatomy, you get to have those rare visions into the human body that all your friends with x-ray vision have, and which make their asanas so precise.
Different from other anatomy books, this one shows specifically how the muscles lengthen or contract when we are stretching, and gives detailed instructions on how to isolate particular sets of muscles. Helpful for the practitioner and vital for the instructor, Stretching Anatomy is a great resource for anyone who wants to understand what really happens when we are on the mat.
High Praise for Stretching Anatomy
”The beautiful, highly detailed illustrations in Stretching Anatomy are the best I've ever seen, and the book's advice and exercises are simple, clear, and easy to follow. It's an invaluable resource for anyone—from novice exercisers to fitness professionals."- Sara Kooperman, Owner and Executive Director of SCW Fitness Education
”Stretching Anatomy is the most complete guide to stretching I've seen. Its illustrations, tips, and explanations inspired me to stop procrastinating and start getting limber.” - Janet Lee,
Deputy Editor, Shape |
