Encyclopedia of Exercise Anatomy -- Hollis Lance Liebman

<p> <i>This useful title, which will also work well as a circulating item, presents that something extra for fitness enthusiasts who want to become serious about their conditioning. </i> -- Library Journal (starred review) </p><p> The revolutionary series Anatomy of Exercise includes eight specialized titles that followed the first title, <i>Anatomy of Exercise</i>, each focusing on a specific sport or exercise program. Since the release of the first book, the titles in this innovative series have sold 250,000 copies in North America. </p><p> Compiling content from all nine titles, <i>Encyclopedia of Exercise Anatomy</i> enables the reader to tailor a personalized and professional program that will meet specific needs. A runner can dip into yoga to improve his breathing; a muscle builder can shape her legs with cycling workouts; a gymnast can combine yoga with core stability and strength exercises, and a woman over 50 can design a program that fits into her busy life. </p><p> Comprehensive and informative, this big compendium includes these standard features: </p><p><ul> <li> Full-body anatomy illustrations, front and back </li> <li> Annotated full-color anatomical illustrations for all exercises </li> <li> Full-color photographs of exercises </li> <li> Visual identification of active and stabilizing muscles </li> <li> Concise step-by-step how-to instructions and guidance </li> <li> Level-of-difficulty modifications </li> <li> Best For information boxes </li> <li> Safety tip