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- When Bob Anderson first published his Stretching Book in 1975, the science of fitness awareness was in its infancy. Today, with over 3 million copies sold, the Stretching Book has become one of the most popular fitness works of all time.With 224 pages that feature.
- For additional information on stretching, please take a look at an excellent resource called “Stretching”, by Bob Anderson. This book covers much of the material you see here and also provides illustrative examples of a large variety of stretching exercises, including exercises specific to particular sports and recreational activities.
The truth about stretching without stretching the truth! (By that time, the game is over!) 3) Stretching will reduce soreness. Static stretching can increase muscle soreness and damage as indicated by elevated creatine kinase in blood. Stretching before and after exercise has no effect on muscle soreness.
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The book Stretching was first published in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. Stretching has since sold over two million copies in the USA and has been published in 24 foreign editions worldwide. Now after twenty-one years and with many other books on the market, it has become the most widely-used and recommended book on stretching and its popularity continues...more
Published July 3rd 2000 by Shelter Publications (first published 1975)
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Oct 04, 2012Shannon rated it it was amazing Shelves: borrowed, 2012, buy-hard-copy, health, reference, buy-used
It feels silly to review a book about stretching, but I gave it five stars so I figured what the heck. I got this book out from the library because I have lower back and leg pain. I watch videos on Youtube for yoga, exercises, and stretches to try to ease this pain, but sometimes I just want something straight to the point and I don't want to watch a ten minute video trying to remember a specific move. This book is perfect for this and I'm going to buy a copy just so I can refer to it in the fut...more
Aug 04, 2017Brices Mice Christian Book Reviews rated it it was amazing
Used this well illustrated guide when I suffered from back problems. Easy to follow with suggested routines to get you back to shape for any sports or just everyday living.
A woman with a black belt in karate recommended this book to me years ago, saying it 'changed her life'. I couldn't believe it was that good but damn it, it's that good! Pretty simple really: a section with stretching instructions and tips, a set of stretches for everyday situations (computing, gardening, back pain...) and the best part - complete stretching programs for specific sports and activities (kayaking, table tennis, rodeo!). All easy to absorb with cute little line drawings of people s...more
Aug 27, 2018Cherie Palmer rated it really liked it
The older you get, the more you tighten up. This leads to pain, balance issues, and loss of mobility. This book will teach you how to remain flexible.
Jul 28, 2013Keith rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
This is the first book that I got on stretching, and still the oft mentioned classic. I have read and own several other books that are often overwhelming in their complexity & as I look at the routines, I think that perhaps someday I will get around to learning part of a routine and then get to the rest later, but I never do. This book has simple stretches, and simple illustrations that are doable by someone who is an ordinary person with limited time for this necessary activity.
Anyone can...more
Apr 02, 2008DeAnna rated it it was amazingAnyone can...more
Recommends it for: Anyone that is looking for a comprehensive stretching manual
I love this book because of its thoroughness and its simple organization. It is really useful for anybody that wants to increase their flexibility.
There are two different ways to access information in the book, both of which are very useful.
First, you can look stretches up by the area of the body. For example, if you want to increase the flexibility in your hips, back, or wrists you can just go to the appropriate section and review the stretches. There is a summary at the end that can be copied...more
May 18, 2009Shellie (Layers of Thought) rated it really liked itThere are two different ways to access information in the book, both of which are very useful.
First, you can look stretches up by the area of the body. For example, if you want to increase the flexibility in your hips, back, or wrists you can just go to the appropriate section and review the stretches. There is a summary at the end that can be copied...more
Shelves: genre-cooking-health, genre-reference, genre-non-fiction
My shoulder has been bothering me from too much computer stuff, then I remembered this book which is an excellent yet simple and comprehensive guide that gives the reader easily understood drawings of how to do many different kinds of stretches. The book has a simple to use index making it easy to find the kind of stretch you need quickly. It also has pages for specific kinds of stretching for different activities. For example, you can copy a page for computer desk stretches and put it in your d...more
Oct 05, 2009Suzanne rated it really liked it
Great book-- has tons of 4-9 min. stretching routines that I've been doing and they feel so good! There are routines for before or after certain sports, while watching TV, first thing in the morning, computer and desk stretches...
Feb 16, 2008Alex rated it it was amazing
This book can make you feel better everyday. I feel like I'm already more aware of my body; however, this is a person who is unfamiliar with yoga. Anyways, the methodology of stretching was new to me, and I highly recommend this book to anybody.
It's also good for not feeling sore.
It's also good for not feeling sore.
Dec 15, 2009Elle rated it it was amazing
This book is good.
It's great.
I gave it to my brother for christmas. So much information. The last part of the book has pages and pages of every day stretches that are all on one page (depending on the activity your stretching for)
GREAT BOOK
Highly recommended for ownership.
Jan 21, 2017Pilar rated it really liked it · review of another editionIt's great.
I gave it to my brother for christmas. So much information. The last part of the book has pages and pages of every day stretches that are all on one page (depending on the activity your stretching for)
GREAT BOOK
Highly recommended for ownership.
Shelves: translation, sport-and-physical-exercise
This edition is a Spanish translation from the original English.
An easy, useful, and complete guide to stretching, with helpful illustrations by Jean Anderson.
In my opinion, highly recommendable.
An easy, useful, and complete guide to stretching, with helpful illustrations by Jean Anderson.
In my opinion, highly recommendable.
OK, this may not be your typical book to pick to read, however I bought it this week-end and it is a great stretch book. Very easy to follow and very beneficial!
Oct 28, 2016Juli Anna rated it really liked it
This is an excellent resource for anyone for exercises regularly, and even for those who don't. I am not big on working out (at ALL), but I do try to stretch a few times a week for flexibility, back health, and relaxation, a practice I recommend for even the exercise-allergic like myself. Anderson's manual is suitable for all ages and abilities; I love that he gives standing, sitting, and floor versions of most of the major stretches, and I also love the collections of stretches he puts together...more
Jul 05, 2017Danielle rated it it was amazing
A Classic. I appreciate how there are pages of stretches that are grouped by warm-up or cool-down after a particular activity like Biking or Running (or Equestrian Sports). Everything is in picture format so minimal reading needed when you are actually doing them. The face stretching and office stretches are my favorite. Still relevant today!
My Dad had the original and he photocopied and shrunk down/laminated the relevant pages for his preferred exercises to a 3x5 card so he could take it with h...more
My Dad had the original and he photocopied and shrunk down/laminated the relevant pages for his preferred exercises to a 3x5 card so he could take it with h...more
I was told this was the bible of stretch. I think it's a fine reference book but no the gospel on the subject. I wish it were written by muscle instead of activity. As an example, instead of giving stretched for rhomboids it's listen to give stretches if your bowling or fishing or about to run. I'll keep it for reference.
The original and classic book on how to stretch. Every stretch imaginable is covered in this book, which is richly illustrated. Yes, the illustrations are a little dated - but the material isn’t. Every athletic should have this book on their bookshelf for reference.
Great book that provides insight into the importance of stretching and supplies various stretching routines that can be incorporated into anyone's lifestyle.
I loved the emphasis on the utility of stretching being to feel good, not to increase flexibility and compete with those more flexible.
I loved the emphasis on the utility of stretching being to feel good, not to increase flexibility and compete with those more flexible.
Have referred to this book consistently
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Yup, highly recommend.
Great handbook to guide anyone through ‘stretching’, not only as a collection of exercises but a mindset centred around self-improvement.
After suffering in the 80's from being over enthusiastic while stretching during martial arts practice I was over careful for six years until a friend shared this book with me. I never bought the book, just photocopied pages that I neeeded for specific sets of stretches, but the basic information has stayed with me all these years. In certain areas of knowldge there are books that say everthing there is to be said in a way that makes it hard for anyone else to say anything else. This is that kin...more
Dec 30, 2010Laura (Kyahgirl) rated it it was amazing · review of another edition Shelves: non-fiction, favorites, health-fitness, how-to, books-i-hope-my-kids-read
This book was recommended to me by an acquaintance who runs long distance, cross country skis, and generally is very active. He told me that stretching and flexibility are critical factors in fitness. Stretching also helps prevent injury to muscles and joints. This book explains a lot of different stretches, sport specific stretches, strength training stretches and even has a bit on nutrition and back care. Its a book I think everyone should have in their library.
Nov 03, 2014Spyros Chiotakis rated it it was amazing
This book contains almost any exercise you will ever need for every part of your body. The illustrations are clear and the techniques/howto's are easily understood. On the upside is also that the book can be printed so you can have your stretching routine with you or placed on a wall where you mostly do your exercises.
Feb 07, 2015Adriana rated it it was amazingRecommended to Adriana by: I found and searched this book out on my own, prior to getting it.
I read this book agesssss ago and it still resonates with me. We are always so concerned with aerobics and weights, that we often forget that flexibility is very important as well. This book explained its importance and the importance of movement and stretching on ones body as well. Great read.
A life saver. I read through the whole thing. It shows you the stretches that work and are safe with tons of diagrams broken up by muscle group. Not too technical, which was nice.
Not all stretches are created equal, so if you have muscle pains, check it out!
Not all stretches are created equal, so if you have muscle pains, check it out!
Sep 16, 2011GardenSinger rated it liked it · review of another edition
A little outdated, but the content is sill very user friendly and would benefit everyone in today's society. If you're doing it correctly, then you're breathing. That's what we all need more of...time to just breathe. This book is basically a user-guide...read of it what you want when you want.
Dec 19, 2010Virginia rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Great book about stretching and physical fitness. The pictures of each stretch are clear and very helpful. I love all the categories and routines provided in the book and also the section on learning to jog and run.
Sep 16, 2011mairywoStretching Bob Anderson Pdf
rated it liked it · review of another edition Shelves: office, non-fiction, reference, shelf, partly, illustrated, health, sport, fitness, exercise
I know why I don't have a lot of sports books, especially of the do-it-yourself variety. I buy them, am full of good resolutions, put colored bookmarks all over the place and then never use it again.... Same here. It's a good book, just very unused.
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Jan 09, 2017Amber rated it it was amazing
I checked this book out from a library and I like it so much I'm going to buy it.
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Bob Anderson Stretching Book
This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to people just starting to get back in shape. Stretching first appeared in 1980 as a new generation of Americans became committed to running, cycling, aerobic training, and workouts in the gym — all of which are commonplace now.
It features stretching routines specific to a variety of people, including sports enthusiasts, travelers, children, gardeners, and people in wheelchairs. There is also an abbreviated version of each routine for people in a hurry, new information on the stretching vs. warming up debate, and new and improved drawings. This 30th anniversary edition features two-color inks to better define the muscle groups helped by each stretching exercise. A new section focuses on office fitness exercises, helpful for both home and office computer users.
It features stretching routines specific to a variety of people, including sports enthusiasts, travelers, children, gardeners, and people in wheelchairs. There is also an abbreviated version of each routine for people in a hurry, new information on the stretching vs. warming up debate, and new and improved drawings. This 30th anniversary edition features two-color inks to better define the muscle groups helped by each stretching exercise. A new section focuses on office fitness exercises, helpful for both home and office computer users.