Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisCompletely practical and easy to use, the book advises in 24 chapters on how to recall names and faces; remember appointments; find keys, glasses, valuables; give speeches without notes; learn foreign words and phrases; memorise lists of items, quotations, facts and figures; and regain (or maintain!) the confidence that comes with having a sharp, active mind.Trade ReviewA never fail system for remembering everything. - Time MagazineHarry Lorayne is the Muhammad Ali of the memory business. - Los Angeles Times

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Book SynopsisLow self-esteem can impact on many areas of your life such as your relationships, work life and general wellbeing. This invaluable self-help guide will help you to understand what has led to your poor self-esteem, what keeps it going and how to improve your self-image, gaining a more balanced and positive view of yourself. This self-help guide is based on clinically proven cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to help you improve your confidence. You will learn:- How low self-esteem develops- How to challenge negative predictions- How to improve self-acceptance

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Book SynopsisA fascinating and thought-provoking journey into the problematic world of our digital afterlife.

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Book SynopsisThe world is getting harder for young people, and for the people who care about them: parents, teachers, school counsellors and concerned relatives. Generation Next is an organisation that gathers experts in several fields to provide information for professionals - now that expertise is gathered in this volume for everyone else. Each chapter contains easily accessible information, along with more detail and resources for those who wish to find out more. In this comprehensive volume there will be the latest information on many topics, including: Helping young people get help for mental health problems Bullying Anxiety Depression Understanding self-harm Child sexual abuse Alcohol and Drugs and how to communicate with young people about them Teens, Parties and Alcohol: A practical guide to keeping them safe Eating Disorders Body Image Resilience and Positive Psychology Understanding the Teenage Brain Online Time Management

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Book SynopsisA provocative and entertaining scientific exploration of the self, and what it actually constitutes our sense of self.Trade Review"[Robert Levine] offers an intriguing set of examples of how frequently we experience multiple identities without recognizing them as such. . . . Out of these varied examples, Levine creates an engaging tapestry that illustrates how, often, what we think of as our fixed identity is an illusion. A provocative and convincing case of the malleability of what we think of as 'our self, which in reality is a multiplicity of characters' developed through time and circumstances." Kirkus Reviews"Robert Levine's exhilarating journey in his classic A Geography of Time is amplified and nuanced in his new enchanting search for multiplexivity of the self. Witty, wise and wonderfully entertaining reading from its opening challenging paradox to its inspiring closing. It is surely a "must read" now selection." Philip G. Zimbardo, Professor Emeritus at Stanford University and author of The Lucifer Effect? "In this fascinating exploration of the human self, Robert Levine--one of psychology's great writers-blends mind-bending case stories (à la Oliver Sacks) with the insights of psychological science. Read this and prepare to have your self-understanding challenged and expanded." David G. Myers, Hope College and coauthor of Psychology, 11th Edition"Combining solid research with charming anecdotes, Levine has provided us with a wise, witty, and provocative analysis of the many selves we each walk around with but often fail to understand." Elliot Aronson, author of The Social Animal and coauthor of Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me)"From page one, Robert Levine opens a fascinating and thoroughly engaging window on scientific research on the self. His recounting of the science is state of the art while being spellbindingly human. Time and again, I wanted to shout 'yes, that's it!' I found this a deeply enriching and remarkably real book." Harry Reis, University of Rochester"Stranger in the Mirror is the most engaging book I have encountered in a long time. The content is thoroughly delicious and Robert Levine writes with compelling clarity." David Dunning, University of Michigan

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Book SynopsisTeach computing concepts without computers! How to Raise a Tech Genius makes the computing curriculum accessible for parents and families.We live in a digital world - one in which our children are surrounded by technology. It''s a part of their lives in a way that even the most tech-savvy adults aren''t fully able to comprehend. What we do know is that the workplace of tomorrow will require our children to harness the power behind the technology, to be able to understand key concepts and apply them. Logical reasoning, creativity and problem solving are skills that are becoming increasingly essential in the world of work. How can we best prepare our children to enter this world? How to Raise a Tech Genius is a practical book that assumes no prior knowledge or understanding of computing and enables parents to learn skills and concepts alongside their children. The quick, easy and fun fifteen-minute activities within the book have been developed using

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Book SynopsisStress is an unavoidable part of life that we will all encounter at various times, be it due to a one-off event such as losing a job or the break-up of a relationship, or from facing long-term difficulties such as working in a stressful environment or caring for someone who is ill. How well we deal with stress will influence the extent to which it affects our lives.Maureen Cooper explains why humans are designed to respond to stress in a certain way and why this can even be helpful at times. She goes on to show how to transform our habitual way of responding to stress by training ourselves in compassion and thereby improving our sense of control and wellbeing.In this workbook, you can learn to manage stress better: Using tried and tested compassion techniques Via case studies and practical exercisesTrade Review'The Stress Workbook is an incredibly useful resource for those wanting to cope more effectively with their stress. It is well-grounded in the research and uses the latest empirically supported techniques to help readers find resilience in the face of difficulty. Highly recommended' - Kristin Neff, bestselling author of Self Compassion'Want a happier, less stressful life? The Stress Workbook ... is like having a wise, compassionate helpful friend at the ready to take our hand and guide us through the seeming minefield of today's challenges. Using examples from everyday life, science and time-proven contemplative techniques, Maureen lovingly gives the reader the tools and the wherewithal to meet head on nearly anything that life throws our way' - Erric Solomon, co-author of Radical Happiness'This important and very timely book ... is open, accessible, positive and immensely practical. All of its advice and exercises are suffused with the sincerity and wisdom of Maureen Cooper's experience and deep connection with her subject ... and it is through this connection that the book's gentle transformative power flows ... Read this book. Follow its guidance, advice and exercises, and you will connect with "the wellspring of love, kindness, joy and compassion within us"' - Jefferson Cann, Fearless Culture'Sometimes I come across books I wish someone had given me much earlier in life, sensing it would have saved me a lot of trouble. This is one of them ... It is steeped in contemplative wisdom, modern psychology and neuroscience, but at the same time it is written in everyday English which makes the material accessible and easy to understand. Maureen Cooper writes in a way which shows deep understanding and empathy for the human condition ... It is a book you can go back to again and again, a book that leads you deeper and wider into your own life and the life of others ... The Stress Workbook is a trustworthy guide and a great resource, desperately needed in our culture. It should belong to every one who wants to understand their own stress better, and every one who works to relieve the stress of others. I can't think of anyone who won't find guidance and help in this book' - Tor Magne Handeland, certified mindfulness facilitator at UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center'Maureen Cooper takes us gently, but firmly, by the hand and shows us a clear path to transforming stress. With a dynamic interplay of ancient wisdom, applicable psychology and defined, practical steps, we are empowered to actually get some traction on ourselves and make sustainable change happen. What's wonderful about this approach is that it calls upon something that is very close to us - our very own heart - as the chief driver of this adventure' - David Rycroft, Mind with Heart

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Book SynopsisA practical, empowering guide to navigating your partner''s diagnosis of a terminal or life-limiting illness, or death. Receiving the news that your partner has a terminal or life-limiting illness, or has died unexpectedly, is among the worst experiences in life. At a time when you are least able to cope, you are faced with a multitude of difficult decisions, some of which must be made quickly. What you need is a friend who has experienced everything you are about to face, who can support you as you navigate some tough, important choices. This book is that friend. There is plenty of information out there but where to start looking? What information is needed and how can it be accessed? What decisions are essential in the immediate term and what can be left until later? Throughout the book, the emphasis is on protecting and supporting those left behind by presenting almost every choice you may need to make and the possible implications of each decision.

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Book SynopsisIncredibly simple, delicious recipes that encourage healthy ageing and boost immunity, based on Manju Malhi''s popular Open Age cookery classes.Whatever your age, it is beyond doubt that an active lifestyle and eating a balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health. It helps to reduces risk of disease, infection and other illnesses. But, above all, it can help you feel your best. As we get older, many of us find our appetite shrinks because our energy output lessens. However, our fundamental needs haven''t changed. Even if you have a smaller appetite and require fewer calories, your body still needs the right vitamins, minerals and nutrients to sustain you. Manju Malhi wants to inspire people of all ages to enjoy the time they spend in the kitchen and view cooking as a joy instead of a chore, and she has been awarded the British Empire Medal for her work with Open Age. The Seasoned Foodie is a collection of dishes that are easy

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Book SynopsisDiscover the natural strength of the female body, awaken your inner power and enjoy a happy, healthy, confident pre and postnatal experience with this inspiring, stereotype-shattering book.In The StrongLikeMum Method, pre and postnatal fitness expert and mum of four Shakira Akabusi accompanies you on your pregnancy journey and throughout the first year of motherhood to help you tap into the full power of your body and mind with accessible exercise and wellness advice.The benefits of leading an active lifestyle are so much greater than the aesthetic goals we''re bombarded with almost everywhere we turn. This book will unlock secrets that have been hidden in history and show how the female body has adapted and changed to become the powerful force it is today. As well as easy-to-follow exercises, Shakira''s empowering StrongLikeMum Method provides advice on nutrition, the power of sleep, language and ways to adopt a positive mindset.Whether Trade ReviewI wish this book was out when I was pregnant for the first time, especially for all the tips about dealing with pre-natal morning sickness and post-natal exhaustion. Shakira's cheerleading voice would have helped me understand why my body - and mind - were struggling with some of the changes motherhood brings, and given me the power and purpose to be my strongest and healthiest for my baby and, most importantly, me! -- Sarah Ivens, author of The Zen MamaMotivational and inspirational - everything you need to keep your body and mind fit and healthy throughout your pregnancy and beyond! -- Stephanie Anthony * Mother & Baby *

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Book SynopsisStress is a nasty infectious rash, but it''s how we deal with it that counts. This books gives you forty ways to manage it and stop it spreading.You''ll learn how smashing plates works wonders, that watching lambs (not eating them) can help, and that you should always, always listen to someone called Gina.It''s for anyone who has woken up at four o''clock in the morning dreading the day ahead. It''s for anyone who feels like the world is piling up on them with family arguments, an unmanageable workload, money worries and the dog doing lethal farts in the kitchen again.If it feels as though stress is taking over your life, it''s time to smash it.Trade ReviewHow to Smash Stress will be your go-to guide on the days when it all feels 'a bit too much'. It won't ask you to delve deep into family trauma and the cycle of your stress, it will instead give you actionable things to try right now (with lovely real life examples!). A perfect antidote to our crazy busy lives -- Holly Matthews, author of The Happy Me ProjectWritten with warmth and humour, this is a fun, practical guide to a more peaceful existence -- Woman's Own

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Book Synopsis''Quietly devastating writing'' The Observer''Commitment is a majestic novel'' Yiyun Li, author of The Book of GooseA masterful and engrossing novel about a single mother''s collapse and the fate of her family after she enters a California state hospital in the 1970s.When Diane Aziz drives her oldest son, Walter, from LA to college, it will be her last parental act before falling into a deep depression. A single mother who believes that her children can attain all the things she hasn''t, she''s worked hard to secure their future. But when she enters hospital, her closest friend must keep the children safe and their mother''s dreams for them alive.At Berkeley College, Walter discovers a passion for architecture just as he realises his life as a student may end for lack of funds. Back home in LA, his sister Lina works in an ice-cream parlour while her wealthy classmates prepare for Ivy league schools, as she wagTrade ReviewQuietly devastating writing . . . [Simpson] carves out distinctive and memorable multigenerational characters, each with their own compelling stories, motivations and locations * The Observer *Few novelists write about America as Mona Simpson does, with her acute understanding of the tension between external forces-economy, technology, society-and individual dreams, between nostalgia and the future, between yearning and deception. Commitment is a majestic novel about an American family and an American century, its vision and scope bringing to mind the work of Tolstoy, Stendahl, and Balzac -- Yiyun Li, author of The Book of GooseMoving . . . [Simpson] is up there with Anne Tyler and Barbara Kingsolver when it comes to great chroniclers of American families * The Spectator *A sweeping family epic that took me from one American coast to another, through a difficult but unforgettable time period, and through the growing pains of three remarkable siblings. I was immersed in their world and in Simpson's masterful vision for them. Simpson is so attuned to the family heart and oh dear Walter, Lina, and Donnie, have you forever moved mine -- Weike Wang, author of Joan Is OkayMoving . . . [Simpson] is up there with Anne Tyler and Barbara Kingsolver when it comes to great chroniclers of American families * The Spectator *Quietly devastating writing . . . [Simpson] carves out distinctive and memorable multigenerational characters, each with their own compelling stories, motivations and locations * The Observer *

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Book SynopsisCharlotte Crosby''s healthy lifestyle guide is bursting with all her favourite tips and tricks for what to eat when you''re out and about, that can fit into even the busiest of schedules.Charlotte shares 80 simple and delicious recipes, including cocktails and hangover cures that don''t contain thousands of calories, proving that you can eat healthily to look great while still having loads of fun!Charlotte is everybody''s favourite down-to-earth reality star. When it comes to losing weight her mantra is: if she can do it, anyone can. In LIVE FAST LOSE WEIGHT she shares the recipes she cannot live without.

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Book SynopsisThe Lean Machines are genuine experts in health and happiness and have helped thousands of people get lean and strong through their work as personal trainers and on their hugely popular YouTube channel. Champions of balance, moderation and individuality, their advice is sensible, accessible, and not at all intimidating - eat well, move better and feel awesome! Our aim is to help as many people as possible get healthy and understand that getting in great shape doesn''t have to be hard or depressing. Here, they share their secrets in their first book; a fun, fully illustrated guide for becoming the best version of yourself. Featuring easy nutritious recipes, as well as simple workouts, toning tips and mindfulness techniques, the boys prove that having a healthy lifestyle is achievable and fun. #leanmachines

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Bryony Gordon and Dolly Alderton, The Sisterhood is an honest and hilarious book which celebrates the ways in which women connect with each other.''My five sisters are the only women I would ever kill for. And they are the only women I have ever wanted to kill.''Imagine living between the pages of Pride And Prejudice, in the Bennett household. Now, imagine how the Bennett girls as they''d be in the 21st century - looking like the Kardashian sisters, but behaving like the Simpsons. This is the house Daisy Buchanan grew up in,Daisy''s memoir The Sisterhood explores what it''s like to live as a modern woman by examining some examples close to home - her adored and infuriating sisters. There''s Beth, the rebellious contrarian; Grace, the overachiever with a dark sense of humour; Livvy, the tough girl who secretly cries during adverts; Maddy, essentially Descartes with a beehive; and Dotty, the joker obsessed with RuPaul'Trade ReviewWhimsical and brilliant observations on the female sex are explored through her own family tree... it's her natural and self-aware voice that makes this read a sharp, funny and relatable experience. * Magic Radio Bookclub *

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Book SynopsisDitch the fad diets. Step away from the treadmill. There''s another way to get results, and it''s all about balance.Being in great shape doesn''t mean depriving yourself or running your body into the ground. In STRONG, personal trainer and Instagram star Zanna Van Dijk busts these myths and reveals her no-fail formula for a powerful, lean physique and lasting health and happiness. STRONG gives you all the motivation and practical tools you need to get started on your fitness journey. Zanna''s inspiring and achievable approach to eating well and training effectively features a comprehensive guide to lifting weights, detailed workout routines, sustainable nutrition tips and simple principles of health and wellness. After you''ve worked up a sweat, her mouthwatering, easy recipes prove that nourishing food isn''t just fuel - it can be absolutely delicious and bursting with flavour too.Make your body STRONG. Move it. Nourish it. Thrive.

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Book Synopsis~ NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ~ From the creator of Hamilton: The Musical and star of His Dark Materials, this beautifully illustrated book of pep talks will inspire you at the beginning and end of each day.When the world is bringing you down, Gmorning, Gnight! will remind you that you are awesome. - BooklistA perfect choice for anyone who wants to blow away negativity and avoid getting stuck in the comments section of life. - The HeraldWhether you want to change your morning mindset or calm your head before you sleep, Lin-Manuel Miranda has just the right pep talk for you. He wrote these original sayings, aphorisms, and poetry for himself as much as for others. But as Miranda was catapulted to international fame and his audience grew, these messages began to delight thousands across the world.Now, GMORNING, GNIGHT! gathers the best of his daily greetings into a beautiful collection illustrated by acclaimed artiTrade ReviewWhen the world is bringing you down, Gmorning, Gnight! will remind you that you are awesome. - BooklistA perfect choice for anyone who wants to blow away negativity and avoid getting stuck in the comments section of life. - The Herald

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Book SynopsisThe perfect guide for resuscitating and renewing relationships. In a love relationship each partner should feel Connected, Protected and Respected - yet it can be difficult to sustain amidst a busy life in a busy world. Whether you are in the early stages of love or whether you''ve been married for years you will gain the knowledge and tools to help improve and maintain a successful relationship. From how to breathe new life into an old relationship, how to not get divorced and even how to walk away from a bad relationship, Andrew gives you the practical tools to ensure you have a happy and fulfilled life and find the right relationship for you.Complete with easy to follow diagrams, questionnaires and personality analysis, this is an easy to follow guide to getting your relationship back on track.Trade ReviewThe relationship revivers that could save your marriage... couples counsellor Andrew Fuller explains how to breathe new life into even the most dysfunctional romance. * New You Magazine, Sunday Post *

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Book SynopsisIf you love Holly Martin, Sarah Morgan and Jill Shalvis, you''ll love Jaci Burton!What readers are saying about The Engagement Arrangement!''What a lovely summer read! The vineyard setting was so idyllic and romantic''Don''t miss The Best Man Plan - out now! A ''sweet and hot friends-to-lovers story'' set in a gorgeous vineyard!''Always sexy, romantic and charming'' Jill Shalvis ''The characters leap off the page and the romance sparkles'' Romantic TimesWhat do you do when you develop feelings for your fake fiancé? Jaci Burton''s next Boots and Bouquets novel is an accidentally-in-love romance sure to warm your heart.Brenna Bellini is never going to get married again. She''s thrilled to be her friend''s bridesmaid though - that is, until she realizes who else is in the wedding party. Brenna''s going tTrade ReviewIt's the perfect combination of heat and romance that makes this series a must-read * Heroes and Heartbreakers *Plenty of emotion and conflict in a memorable relationship-driven story * USA Today *Strong characters, an exhilarating plot, and scorching sex . . . You'll be drawn so fully into her characters' world that you won't want to return to your own * Romantic Times *A beautiful romance that is smooth as silk . . . leaves us begging for more * Joyfully Reviewed *A strong plot, complex characters, sexy athletes, and nonstop passion make this book a must read * Fresh Fiction *Hot, hot, hot! . . . Romance at its best! Highly recommended! * Coffee Table Reviews *[She] has a way of writing intense scenes that are both sensual and raw . . . Plenty of romance, sexy men, hot steamy loving, and humor * Smexy Books Romance Reviews *A wonderful contemporary erotic romance that I recommend! * The Romance Dish *Spy the name Jaci Burton on the spine of a novel, and you're guaranteed not just a sexy, get-the-body-humming read, but also one that melds the sensual with the all-important building of intimacy and relational dynamics between partners * Romance: B(u)y the Book *The characters are incredible. They are human and complex and real and perfect * Night Owl Reviews *

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Book Synopsis''Completely original, raw and warm'' Evening Standard Books of the Summer''Poignant... written with intelligence and tears'' Ben Okri''Nuanced, absorbing and moving... extraordinary'' Observer''Raw, poetic, beautifully formed'' Daisy JohnsonWhen Xanthi Barker''s father died when she was in her mid twenties, she could make no sense of her grief for a man who had been absent for most of her life. Her father, poet Sebastian Barker, had left Xanthi, her mother and her brother to pursue writing and a new relationship, when Xanthi was a baby. Growing up she had always struggled to reconcile his extravagant affection - a rocking horse crafted from scavenged wood, the endless stream of poems and drawings and letters, conversations that spiralled from the structure of starlight to philosophy to Bruce Springsteen - with the fact that he could not be depended upon for more everyday things. Tho

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Book Synopsis''''When faced with the endless ''But Whys?'' look no further than this brilliant & essential parenting compendium. It is laugh-out-loud AND educational. We are grabbing for it from the toilet, to the dinner table and all places in between, when cornered without an answer.'' Laura and Russell BrandBut Why? aims to help you tackle those awkward questions that can floor the best of us. Imagine the scene: you''re trying to put the kids to bed, your brain has checked out for the day and suddenly, from nowhere, all manner of unrelated, but potentially important, questions are flung into the night-time routine as you''re trying to get them to brush their teeth properly:* But why are humans ruining the planet?* But why don''t boys wear dresses? * But why do people get married? * But why do we have feelings? * But why can''t I look like everyone else? * But why do you have to work? With a foreword by leading psychotheTrade ReviewA bloody brilliant book. Clemmie is a very clever, very sensitive, very thoughtful woman who has put all of her brilliance into But Why? It's what we've been waiting for. Back of the net! -- Cherry HealeyThe way Clemmie pulls together people and knowledge and then delivers her findings in such an accessible way is quite the talent! A thoroughly informative and enjoyable read. I learnt LOADS! -- Giovanna FletcherWhen faced with the endless 'But Whys?' look no further than this brilliant & essential parenting compendium. It is laugh-out-loud AND educational. We are grabbing for it from the toilet, to the dinner table and all places in between, when cornered without an answer. * Laura and Russell Brand *The constant questions that parents face can be hard going when kids are tiny tots - but it gets even harder as they get older. This book will help you answer some of the trickiest. * The Sun *

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Book Synopsis''Mental illness has led to some of the worst times of my life... but it has also led to some of the most brilliant. Bad things happen, but good things can come from them. And strange as it might sound, my mental health has been vastly improved by being mentally ill.''From depression and anxiety to personality disorders, one in four of us experience mental health issues every year and, in these strange and unsettling times, more of us than ever are struggling to cope. In No Such Thing As Normal, Bryony offers sensible, practical advice, covering subjects such as sleep, addiction, worry, medication, self-image, boundary setting, therapy, learned behaviour, mindfulness and, of course - as the founder of Mental Health Mates - the power of walking and talking. She also strives to equip those in need of help with tools and information to get the best out of a poorly funded system that can be both frightening and overwhelming. The result is a lively, honest anTrade ReviewBryony Gordon shares practical advice. . . to help us feel a little bit less alone * Happiful *Journalist Bryony Gordon has inspired millions with her honesty and frankness about her mental health. . . this lively, accessible guide is comforting, reassuring and insightful. * Independent *Bryony offers sensible, practical advice. . . [a] brilliant book * S Magazine *Brilliant * OK! *An easy, accessible read and should help anyone struggling right now to feel less alone * Good Housekeeping - 10 best books to read if your mental health needs a boost *Bryony Gordon has a knack of speaking about some of the toughest topics in mental health with a normality that encourages others to open up too * Happiful *If you've found yourself in a bit of a rut of late, these warm, wise words could be just what you need. She's properly funny, too * Women’s Health *Bryony Gordon is a fabulous writer and a great mental health advocate and this is a timely entry on the virtual bookshelves. . . she covers a myriad of subjects from sleep to self-image, and offers tools and advice to build readers' resilience and tackle their issues head-on. * Muddy Stilettos *provide[s] readers with practical advice on coping with mental health effects. The book targets subjects such as sleep, addiction, worry, medication, self-image, boundary setting, therapy, learned behaviour, mindfulness, walking, and talking. * West Wales Chronicle *

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Book SynopsisEven before 2020, chronic loneliness was a private experience of profound anguish that had become a public health crisis. Since then it has reached new heights. While we can''t cure loneliness the way we can cure strep throat or even cancer, there are concrete, actionable and effective things we can do to manage it and keep it from becoming chronic. For an individual lonely reader, or for anyone who loves, serves, treats, or employs people vulnerable to loneliness in community, work or educational settings, this book will clarify how meaningful reconnection between the self and others begins, and how it can be nourished and sustained.Loneliness assumes many forms, from enduring physical isolation to feeling rejected because of difference, and it can have devastating consequences for our physical and mental health. As the founder of Project UnLonely, Dr. Jeremy Nobel unpacks our personal and national experiences of loneliness to discover its roots and to Trade ReviewIn this powerful book, Jeremy Nobel shows us how using the arts and creativity as 'a gateway to imagination and empowerment' can not only empower us to combat loneliness and isolation, but also profoundly change our minds and bodies. -- Susan Magsamen, New York Times bestselling author of Your Brain on ArtLoneliness is a silent epidemic that no one talks about (because there is no one to talk to about it). Jeremy Nobel is the best friend and confidante we all need. Project UnLonely offers practical guidance and scientific context on to how to fight loneliness in individuals and societies. His evidence-based approach elevates artistic expression to its rightful position of being as important as diet, exercise, and sleep. -- Daniel J. Levitin, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Successful AgingJeremy Nobel not only digs into what causes the terrible anguish of loneliness in a wide variety of contexts, he also gives us a framework for reconnecting with ourselves and others in a meaningful way. We need this book now more than ever! -- Dr Judson Brewer, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding AnxietyNobel puts us in the middle of current, high stakes conversations that recognize how loneliness undermines health, as well as our chances for intimacy and democracy. Here he argues a path to connection that includes personal artistic connection - something no chatbot can provide. -- Sherry Turkle, MIT Professor, New York Times bestselling author of Reclaiming Conversation and The Empathy DiariesThis grand tour of loneliness visits the pain of subjective experience, the insights of science, the threat of technology, and the promise of art to discover solutions to one of the great public health issues of our time. In our hyper-connected but ultra-isolated world, we all need Project UnLonely. -- Thomas Insel, former director of the NIH and author of Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental HealthLoneliness and isolation threaten our very existence as social creatures. Jeremy Nobel offers a clear, lucid, and hopeful path toward greater connection through self-acceptance, self-expression, and creativity. This book is essential reading as we recover from the pandemic. -- Dr Robert Waldinger, New York Times bestselling author of The Good LifeJeremy Nobel has done us all a great service: He's written a book that destigmatizes loneliness. With ample research and an array of stories, he explains why loneliness is not a private weakness but a public problem. Then shows how curiosity, creativity, and conversation can help cure what ails us. Project UnLonely is a vital read for our times. -- Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Drive, When and The Power of RegretA brilliant book about the most profound of all human challenges facing us today. -- Steve Leder, New York Times bestselling author of For You When I Am Gone'In this powerful book, Jeremy Nobel shows us how using the arts and creativity as 'a gateway to imagination and empowerment' can not only empower us to combat loneliness and isolation, but also profoundly change our minds and bodies.' - Susan Magsamen, New York Times bestselling author of Your Brain on Art'Loneliness is a silent epidemic that no one talks about (because there is no one to talk to about it). Jeremy Nobel is the best friend and confidante we all need. Project UnLonely offers practical guidance and scientific context on to how to fight loneliness in individuals and societies. His evidence-based approach elevates artistic expression to its rightful position of being as important as diet, exercise, and sleep.' - Daniel J. Levitin, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Successful Aging'Jeremy Nobel not only digs into what causes the terrible anguish of loneliness in a wide variety of contexts, he also gives us a framework for reconnecting with ourselves and others in a meaningful way. We need this book now more than ever!' - Judson Brewer, MD, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety'Nobel puts us in the middle of current, high stakes conversations that recognize how loneliness undermines health, as well as our chances for intimacy and democracy. Here he argues a path to connection that includes personal artistic connection - something no chatbot can provide.' - Sherry Turkle, MIT Professor, New York Times bestselling author of Reclaiming Conversation and The Empathy Diaries'This grand tour of loneliness visits the pain of subjective experience, the insights of science, the threat of technology, and the promise of art to discover solutions to one of the great public health issues of our time. In our hyper-connected but ultra-isolated world, we all need Project UnLonely.' - Thomas Insel, former director of the NIH and author of Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental Health'Loneliness and isolation threaten our very existence as social creatures. Jeremy Nobel offers a clear, lucid, and hopeful path toward greater connection through self-acceptance, self-expression, and creativity. This book is essential reading as we recover from the pandemic.' - Robert Waldinger, MD, New York Times bestselling author of The Good Life'Jeremy Nobel has done us all a great service: He's written a book that destigmatizes loneliness. With ample research and an array of stories, he explains why loneliness is not a private weakness but a public problem. Then shows how curiosity, creativity, and conversation can help cure what ails us. Project UnLonely is a vital read for our times.' - Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Drive, When, and The Power of Regret'A brilliant book about the most profound of all human challenges facing us today.' - Steve Leder, New York Times bestselling author of For You When I Am Gone

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Book Synopsis''A powerful reframing of anxiety'' Anna Mathur, author of The Uncomfortable Truth''Compassionate, thoughtful and nuanced . . . I loved this beautiful, brilliant book'' Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence ''A transformative and compassionate exploration of anxiety'' Galit Atlas, Ph.D., author of Emotional InheritanceMost of us are intimately familiar with anxiety, and with its increasing hold on our minds, our hopes and plans, and our bodies. But how well do we really understand it, and what can we do to transform it into something new - into resilience, or courage, or creativity?In this extraordinary book, Dr. Alexandra Shaker, a clinical psychologist, takes us on a journey through the body - from brain to blood to heart to guts - to examine the connections between our emotional, psychological, and physical lives. She unravels what the body can teach us about anxiety, and what we can learn from our long cultural history of the anxious impulse.Melding psychology, neuroscience, history, and literature, she considers why-despite all the checklists and scientific advancements-we are still struggling to outrun our oldest terrors, and how a new approach focused on accepting anxiety as part of the human condition can help revolutionise our relationship with it.

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Book Synopsis80 recipes that are very simple, quick to prepare and above all, nutritious and delicious. Many new parents find weaning daunting and confusing and are keen to make sure their baby eats healthily. But they often forget to look after themselves, and can end up grabbing unhealthy calories on the go. Sharing ingredients like avocado or butternut squash means both you and your baby can eat well, there is less waste and takes less time. Find out everything you need to know to create healthy, sugar free meals it's much easier than you think.Trade ReviewTake some inspiration from My Sugar Free Baby and Me. It’s packed with nutritious, sugar-free meal ideas that your baby will love, and you can share, so you’ll both get delicious goodness at the same time * Mother and Baby *Table of ContentsCook's Notes Starting Solids How To Begin The Next Steps Fast Track Weaning Finger Foods And Chunkier Textures Nutritional Needs Spoon Fed Vs Baby Led Weaning Why You Should Eat Together Looking After You Preparing Food For You And Your Baby Purées Breakfasts Shared Lunches Dinners Family Meals Naturally Sweet Treats Conversion Table Acknowledgements Index

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Book Synopsis''Dr Anna Dixon has written a must-read for anyone interested in the future of ageing. Learn from one of the best informed about an issue, and opportunity, that is facing us all.'' - Andy Briggs, Head of FTSE 100 life insurer Phoenix Group ''A very important book'' - Sir Muir Gray The Age of Ageing Better? takes a radically different view of what our ageing society means. Dr Anna Dixon turns the misleading and depressing narrative of burden and massive extra cost of people living longer on its head and shows how our society could thrive if we started thinking differently. This book shines a spotlight on how as a society we're currently failing to respond to the shifting age profile and what needs to change.Examining key areas of society including health, financial security, where and how people live, and social connections, Anna Dixon presents a refreshingly optimistic vision for the future that could change the way we value later life in every sense.Trade ReviewReading this book will help you prepare and understand better for your own future and make you realise that better ageing starts now. -- Andrew Scott * co-author of The 100 Year Life and The New Long Life *This is a very important book. -- Sir Muir GrayThis thoughtful and eminently readable book sets out a compelling vision for the future. It shows how the seismic 'age shift' we are experiencing can be a force for good if society adapts. -- Baroness Sally Greengross, Chief Executive, International Longevity Centre UKWith scarily prescient timing, Dr Anna Dixon has produced not just an incredible evidence-based survey of the reality of ageing in Britain today, but also a thought-provoking prescription of what a society that allowed us all to age well would look like. -- Jill Rutter, Senior Fellow, Institute for GovernmentDr Anna Dixon offers a must-read - powerfully argued clarion call for urgent action on all fronts including health, paid work, social care and what we value as citizens to build a society in which ageing in the 21st century is a bonus not a burden. -- Yvonne Roberts, Fellow of The Young FoundationDr Anna Dixon has written a must-read for anyone interested in the future of ageing. Learn from one of the best informed about an issue, and opportunity, that is facing us all. -- Andy Briggs, Head of FTSE 100 life insurer Phoenix GroupIn this important book for policymakers and informed citizens alike, Dr Anna Dixon makes clear that ageing has huge implications for every aspect of our lives. She lays out a strong vision for successful ageing and makes it clear that we have a choice. How we respond will determine whether we are all able to make the most of our longer lives. -- Deb Whitman, Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer, AARPA sobering view of a barren future, but one Dr Dixon believes can be avoided if we as a nation start planning now * The i *Table of ContentsForeword by Matthew Taylor Introducing the Age of Ageing Better 1 The changing face of the population 2 We're all doomed 3 Money, money, money 4 The world of work 5 What we do with our time 6 Healthy, longer lives –is it all downhill from here? 7 Who cares? 8 Home sweet home –or is it? 9 The loneliness myth and why the place we live matters 10 Creating the Age of Ageing Bette References Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE HEALTH & WELLBEING AWARDS 2022''Anna is THE go-to on all things dating and relationships. There is just no one with better knowledge, balanced wisdom and experience than her.'' - Katie Piper''''Whether you are single, dating or in it for the long haul, tips and solutions for all the common dating and relationship problems are here.'' - Louise Pentland''''Straight-up, professional and practical advice.... where has this book been all my life!?'' - Dr Ranj Singh''Anna manages to balance speaking openly about matters of the heart without preaching. It's a 21st century bible for anyone - singles, couples, throuples - looking for love.'' - Anna Whitehouse''A brilliant bible for anyone at any stage of their relationship.'' - Lucie Cave----From Celebs Go Dating''s relationship expert Anna Williamson comes the must-read guide to navigating love.Whether you''re fed up of the sinTrade ReviewAnna is THE go-to on all things dating and relationships. There is just no one with better knowledge, balanced wisdom and experience than her -- Katie PiperAnna manages to balance speaking openly about matters of the heart without preaching. It’s a 21st century bible for anyone - singles, couples, throuples - looking for love -- Anna Whitehouse, @mother_pukkaAnna’s knowledge and expertise shine through in such a relatable way. There are so many practical tips to help you build and nurture positive relationships in your life. -- Paul Carrick Brunson * relationship expert, Married at First Sight, UK *A brilliant bible for anyone at any stage of their relationship -- Lucie Cave * Chief Content Officer, Bauer Media *Nobody is more qualified than Anna to write this – whether you are single, dating or in it for the long haul, tips and solutions for all the common dating and relationship problems are here. * Louise Pentland *Like sitting down with a wise and kind friend – Anna gives you brilliant guidance and comfort on relationships - and reassures you that whatever path you take - single or coupled, you are going to be loved. -- Helen Thorn * The Scummy Mummies *Straight-up, professional and practical advice.... where has this book been all my life!? We could all do with an Anna to help us navigate this tricky world of dating and relationships! -- Dr Ranj SinghA 21st-century tome of advice for the tough days of relationships, whether you’re dating or a long-term veteran of love * Psychologies *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Single and ready to mingle 2. Easing off the L-plates 3. From bicker to barney 4. The curse of the kids 5. For better, for worse 6. The S word 7. Knowing me, knowing you 8. When all is said and done Resources Acknowledgements About the author Index

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Book SynopsisManaging stress just got easierThis book is written for managers as a simple, practical guide to the principles and techniques for managing stress at work. It looks at stress from an organizational perspective as well as highlighting practical steps individual managers can take to enable them to gain competitive advantage through effective management of their most valuable asset - their people. Even if you have no direct line-management responsibilities now, you can use what you have learnt to influence decision-makers,perhaps even your own line manager, to better manage stress in the workplace.This book will help you understand what stress is, why we get stressed and some of its physiological and psychological symptoms. You will learn about some of the background research into the psychology of stress and consider a variety of theories and models. More importantly, with this simple guidance, practical techniques and some relevant examples you will be able to Table of Contents : Sunday: What is stress? : Sunday: What is stress? : Monday: Psychological and physiological aspects of stress : Monday: Psychological and physiological aspects of stress : Tuesday: Job roles, responsibility and level of control : Tuesday: Job roles, responsibility and level of control : Wednesday: Workload, work pressure and work environment : Wednesday: Workload, work pressure and work environment : Thursday: Behaviours, conflict and support : Thursday: Behaviours, conflict and support : Friday: Stress and change management : Friday: Stress and change management : Saturday: Personal responsibility and actions : Saturday: Personal responsibility and actions

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Book SynopsisPublic Speaking In A Week is a simple and straightforward guide to mastering the art of public speaking, giving you everything you need to know in just seven short chapters. From writing and delivering the content to handling your nerves and avoiding common mistakes, you''ll discover how great presentation and public speaking skills can open doors for you in your career. This book introduces you to the main themes and ideas of public speaking, giving you a knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, together with practical and thought-provoking exercises. Whether you choose to read it in a week or in a single sitting, Public Speaking In A Week is your fastest route to success:- Sunday: Write a speech to which people will want to listen that is well-researched, uses stimulating content and is tailored to the needs of the audience- Monday: Learn how to use effective speaking techniques such as projection, commanding the space and interaction withTable of Contents : Sunday: Writing your speech : Sunday: Writing your speech : Monday: The basics of public speaking : Monday: The basics of public speaking : Tuesday: Advanced public speaking techniques : Tuesday: Advanced public speaking techniques : Wednesday: Practising your speech : Wednesday: Practising your speech : Thursday: Dealing with nerves : Thursday: Dealing with nerves : Friday: Delivering your speech for maximum impact : Friday: Delivering your speech for maximum impact : Saturday: Common mistakes and how to avoid them : Saturday: Common mistakes and how to avoid them

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Book SynopsisA practical handbook to improving your personal and professional life by addressing your motivation, confidence and outlook. This new edition is full of helpful tips, is updated with a 'Third Wave' coaching perspective and is designed to appeal to those who want to be coached to reach both business and personal goals.

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Book Synopsis''Brian Draper is Britain''s foremost popular spiritual thinker; he has no equals in linking the inner with the political and personal outer. This is a remarkably practical exploration of elusive yet core elements of our existence.'' - Oliver JamesThe beauty of mindfulness is that it''s incredibly simple both to ''get'' and to practise. And the results - increasingly backed by neuro-scientific evidence - are priceless: calmness and reduced stress, more creativity, greater awareness, compassion. . . And yet there''s a danger that mindfulness can be used in a purely consumerist and self-serving way to help people to become better adapted cogs in a still-toxic model of work and life. Brian Draper challenges us to live not just mindfully but soulfully. Not merely to be less stressed, but to flourish, dynamically and creatively - to be present - through living intentionally and compassionately.Trade ReviewWell researched... readable, accessible and user-friendly... I found Soulfulness the ideal treatment for my addiction to smartphones, and possibly to society's focus on a multi-tasking, non-stop working existence. * Families First *Brian Draper argues in Soulfulness that, beyond learning a few techniques for disconnecting from the real world, we need to learn to live not just mindfully but soulfully. * Church of England Newspaper *The author challenges us to live not just mindfully, but also soulfully. * Methodist Recorder *

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Book SynopsisWhat''s the secret to appreciably raising your performance in life? It''s easy to feel the pressure to do better means you have to accelerate to keep in touch with your ambitions, but what if the secret to success was not hurtling forward with ever increasing urgency, but learning how to tweak your approach to get better results.10% Better, by bestselling psychologist Dr Rob Yeung, will show you how to slow down, think twice, and change your habits for the better. With proven methods for improving your decision making, your creativity, your mood and your motivation, Rob will show you that simple every day changes can make all the difference. If you could learn to do life differently and see a 10% improvement in all that you do, why wouldn''t you?

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Book Synopsis''Modern, punchy and fresh'' Sunday Times''A positive and fascinating read'' Stylist ''A collection of unexpectedly revealing interviews with mould-breaking women... This optimistic volume also includes an intimate memoir from Davidson herself'' Guardian ******************************************************************The woman who trains Indian special forces in armed and unarmed combat, the IMF Chair, the UK''s most capped footballer, a dotcom millionaire, the BBC''s first female political editor, a member of the Royal Household, an eminent forensic scientist, an Olympic gold-medallist, a prime minister... this book is for every daughter, every mother, every aunt and every niece, as eighteen of the world''s mould-breaking women share the life lessons they''ve learned. Every single one of them has shown that yes, she can. Revealing, enthralling, informing, in Yes She Can Ruth DaTrade ReviewNotable for brave admissions about her past... focuses on a revealing series of interviews with other women - Guardian, Political Books of the Year

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Book SynopsisGet Fit, Get Happy isn't about just transforming the way you look. It's about transforming the way you feel.Trade ReviewGet Fit, Get Happy is less a shouty set of instructions and more like a chat with your best mate, and, in the massively oversaturated health and fitness market, it's a true breath of fresh air. * Heat *

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Book SynopsisSunday Times top ten bestseller Forever Outnumbered is real life parenting through the eyes of a modern day dad by Simon Hooper, aka Instagram's Father of Daughters

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Book SynopsisSheriff Alastair Brown draws on his extensive experience in practice to present a clear and up-to date overview of the conduct of criminal cases, taking into account updates relating to the law of arrest, the treatment of vulnerable witnesses, the sentencing powers for non-harassment orders and the First Diet procedure.

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Book SynopsisIn SARS Stories, Belinda Kong delves into the cultural archive of the 2003 SARS pandemic, examining Chinese-language creative works and social practices at the epicenters of the outbreak in China and Hong Kong. As the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted issues of anti-Asian racism and sinophobia, Kong traces how Chinese people navigated the SARS pandemic and created meaning amid crisis through cultures of epidemic expression. From sentimental romances and Cantopop songs to raunchy sex comedies and crowdsourced ghost tales, unexpected and minor genres and creators of Chinese popular culture highlight the resilience and humanity of those living through the pandemic. Rather than narrating pandemic life in terms of crisis and catastrophe, Kong argues that these works highlight Chinese practices of community, care, and love amid disease. She also highlights the persistence of orientalism in anglophone accounts of SARS index patients and global reporting on COVID-era China. Kong shows hTrade Review“As we still come to grips with the COVID-19 pandemic, Belinda Kong’s SARS Stories provides a powerful testament to the ways in which cultural discourse—fiction, film, and digital media—shape our understanding of pandemic narratives. In the process, Kong reveals the often tenuous line between the truths conveyed through ‘fiction’ and the lies that sometimes haunt the ‘facts.’” -- Michael Berry, author of * Translation, Disinformation, and Wuhan Diary: Anatomy of a Transpacific Cyber Campaign *“As our contemporary pandemic commonsense swings from jingoism to denialism, reading Belinda Kong’s incredibly learned and daring book has been not just enlightening but, dare I say, therapeutic. Kong has taught me to think anew about pandemic epistemologies in relation to race, empire, and power while giving name to my own desire for ‘pandemic prosociality.’ Written with warmth, curiosity, and verve, SARS Stories will speak to anyone and everyone who has tried to make sense of the past several years of pandemic life.” -- Sunny Xiang, author of * Tonal Intelligence: The Aesthetics of Asian Inscrutability During the Long Cold War *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments vii Introduction 1 1. Pandemic Ordinariness: Epidemic Romances and Female Sentiments 33 2. Pandemic Humor: Digital Prosociality for the Epidemic Socius 77 3. Pandemic Resilience: Deextinction and the Hong Kong Cantophone 112 4. Pandemic First Patients: Deperilizing the Anglophone SARS Archive 180 Afterword 238 Notes 241 Bibliography 267 Index 285

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Book SynopsisNOURISH is not another health or diet book; the message of this book is unique as it addresses all three aspects of health: spirit, soul, and body. The practical and spiritual tools provided in this book are what sets it apart from the rest of its kind. Too many people give up on their journey to health because they have a plan that addresses only the physical aspect of health. However, this book encourages the reader to first pursue health at a heart level, bringing lasting change that comes from the inside out.In this book, you will discover how the health of your soul is the foundation to your overall health. Katie shares how to renew your mind and study God''s word, which will change the perspective on how you see yourself, making loving yourself (and your body) possible.You will learn how to replace lies with the truth and shift your focus from what the world says to what God''s Word says. In addition to the spiritual truths, you will learn how to nourish

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Book SynopsisNutrition and portion-size expert Lisa R. Young shows readers how to use portion control to eat what they want while losing excess weight.

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Book Synopsis Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription, Eighth Edition With Online Video, provides a comprehensive approach to physical fitness appraisal and customized exercise prescription. The text synthesizes research and practice with concepts and theories from exercise physiology, kinesiology, measurement, psychology, and nutrition to clearly convey how assessments from physical fitness testing inform the design of individualized exercise programs. The eighth edition of Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription reflects the latest exercise testing and prescription guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as well as physical activity recommendations from the U.S. government and American Heart Association. It also takes into account recent ACSM guidelines for medical exam and exercise testing requirements to consider before beginning exercise programs. Additional updates to the eighth edition include the following: Table of Contents Chapter 1. Physical Activity, Health, and Chronic Disease Physical Activity, Health, and Disease: An Overview Cardiovascular Disease Hypertension Hypercholesterolemia and Dyslipidemia Tobacco Diabetes Mellitus Obesity and Overweight Metabolic Syndrome Cancer Musculoskeletal Diseases and Disorders Aging Cognitive Performance Exercise as Medicine Review Material Chapter 2. Preliminary Health Screening and Risk Classification Preliminary Health Evaluation Testing Procedures for Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, and Electrocardiogram Review Material Chapter 3. Principles of Assessment, Prescription, and Exercise Program Adherence Physical Fitness Testing Basic Principles for Exercise Program Design Exercise Program Adherence Using Technology to Promote Physical Activity Review Material Chapter 4. Assessing Cardiorespiratory Fitness Definition of Terms Graded Exercise Testing: Guidelines and Procedures Maximal Exercise Test Protocols Submaximal Exercise Test Protocols Field Tests for Assessing Aerobic Fitness Exercise Testing for Children and Older Adults Review Material Chapter 5. Designing Cardiorespiratory Exercise Programs The Exercise Prescription Aerobic Training Methods and Modes Personalized Exercise Programs Review Material Chapter 6. Assessing Muscular Fitness Definition of Terms Strength and Muscular Endurance Assessment Muscular Power Assessment Sources of Measurement Error in Muscular Fitness Testing Additional Considerations for Muscular Fitness Testing Muscular Fitness Testing of Older Adults Muscular Fitness Testing of Children Review Material Chapter 7. Designing Resistance Training Programs Types of Resistance Training Developing Resistance Training Programs Common Questions About Resistance Training Effects of Resistance Training Programs Muscular Soreness Review Material Chapter 8. Assessing Body Composition Classification and Uses of Body Composition Measures Body Composition Models Reference Methods for Assessing Body Composition Field Methods for Assessing Body Composition Review Material Chapter 9. Designing Weight Management and Body Composition Programs Obesity, Overweight, and Underweight: Definitions and Trends Obesity: Types and Causes Weight Management Principles and Practices Designing Weight Management Programs: Preliminary Steps Designing Weight Loss Programs Designing Weight Gain Programs Designing Programs to Improve Body Composition Review Material Chapter 10. Assessing Flexibility Basics of Flexibility Assessment of Flexibility Flexibility Testing of Older Adults Review Material Chapter 11. Designing Programs for Flexibility and Low Back Care Training Principles Stretching Methods Designing Flexibility Programs: Exercise Prescription Designing Low Back Care Exercise Programs Review Material Chapter 12. Assessing Balance and Designing Balance Programs Definitions and Nature of Balance Factors Affecting Balance and Risk of Falling Assessment of Balance Designing Balance Training Programs Review Material Appendix A. Health and Fitness Appraisal A.1 Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone (Par-Q+) A.2 Medical History Questionnaire A.3 Risk Factors, Signs, and Symptoms of Disease A.4 Electronic Physical Activity Readiness Medical Examination (ePARmed-X+) A.5 Lifestyle Evaluation A.6 Fantastic Lifestyle Checklist A.7 Informed Consent A.8 Websites for Selected Professional Organizations and Institutes Appendix B. Cardiorespiratory Assessments B.1 Summary of Graded Exercise Test and Cardiorespiratory Field Test Protocols B.2 Rockport Fitness Charts B.3 Step Test Protocols B.4 OMNI Rating of Perceived Exertion Scales B.5 Analysis of Sample Case Study in Chapter 5 Appendix C. Muscular Fitness Exercise and Norms C.1 Standardized Testing Protocols for Digital Handheld Dynamometry C.2 1-RM Squat and Bench Press Norms for Adults C.3 Isometric Exercises C.4 Dynamic Resistance Training Exercises Appendix D. Body Composition Assessments D.1 Prediction Equations for Residual Volume D.2 Standardized Sites for Skinfold Measurements D.3 Skinfold Sites for Jackson’s Generalized Skinfold Equations D.4 Standardized Sites for Circumference Measurements D.5 Standardized Sites for Bony Breadth Measurements D.6 Ashwell Body Shape Chart Appendix E. Energy Intake and Expenditure E.1 Food Record and RDA Profile E.2 Physical Activity Log E.3 Gross Energy Expenditure for Conditioning Exercises, Sports, and Recreational Activities Appendix F. Flexibility and Low Back Care Exercises F.1 Selected Flexibility Exercises F.2 Exercise Dos and Don’ts F.3 Exercises for Low Back Care

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