Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisA quick and accessible reference for anyone concerned about their cholesterol balance.Cholesterol is a type of fat (lipid) made by the body. It is essential for good health and is found in every cell in the body. However, a high cholesterol level in the blood (hypercholesterolaemia) is associated with an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. Seven out of 10 people over the age of 45 have high cholesterol.Cut Your Cholesterol demystifies the subject quickly, clearly and concisely. Packed with accessible information about cholesterol and advice to help you identify if you have raised cholesterol levels, the book includes a clinically proven three-month programme to help you wash cholesterol out of your system and improve your cholesterol balance.Table of ContentsWhat is cholesterol? Types of cholesterol. What raises cholesterol levels? Rick factors for raised cholesterol. Testing. Medical treatment. The drawbacks of statin treatment. Lowering cholesterol by diet. Curbing pre-formed cholesterol. Minding your omega-6s and omega-3s. Majoring on monounsaturated fats. Getting your five-a-day. Flushing with fibre. Losing weight. Exercising control. Living healthily. Super supplements. Lower your cholesterol in 12 weeks: Week 1 Eat more fruit and veg; Week 2 Eat more oily fish; Week 3 Eat less salt; Week 4 Eat less trans fat; Week 5 Eat less saturated fat and cholesterol; Week 6 Eat more vegetarian meals; Week 7 Eat more whole grains; Week 8 Eat more nuts and seeds; Week 9 Eat more plant sterols/stanols; Week 10 Eat fewer omega-6s; Week 11 Eat more high-ORAC fruit and veg; Week 12 Relax! Charts: Cholesterol charts; Reward charts; Health charts. Resources: Glossary; Useful websites. Index.

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Book SynopsisA paradigm-shifting, integrative approach to understanding body movement The ability to move with efficiency and agility has been an essential component to our evolution and survival as a species. It has enabled us to find food, fight threats, flee danger, and flourish both individually and collectively. Our body’s intricate network of bones, muscles, tissues, and organs moves with great complexity. While traditional anatomy has relied on a reductionist frame for understanding these mechanisms in isolation, the contributors to Movement Integration take a more systemic, integrative approach. Ensomatosy is a new paradigm for comprehending movement from the perspective of the body s entirety. The body's many systems are understood as synchronized both internally and externally. Drawing on expertise in physiotherapy, somatics, sports science, Rolfing, myofascial therapy, craniosacral therapy, Pilates, and yoga, the authors assert that a more comprehensive understanding of movement is key to restoring the body s natural ability to move fluidly and painlessly. With over 150 colour images, the Color Illustration Model provides a visual tool for understanding how joints interact with surrounding structures (rather than in isolation). This is an ideal book for physiotherapists, massage therapists, structural integrators, coaches, as well as yoga and Pilates instructors.

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Book SynopsisWritten for yogis of all levels, 'The Anatomy of Yoga Coloring Book' perfectly bridges the gap between anatomy textbook, yoga compendium, and interactive revision tool. The human body is a complex and fascinating machine. Author Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones illustrates just how clever it is by first breaking it down in to its component parts, and then putting it back together in its full glory within the context of yoga movement. Starting with a comprehensive examination of the nervous system, anatomical movement, and all the body systems, the book then truly comes to life as Staugaard-Jones presents over 50 popular asanas describing with color and artistry which muscles are being strengthened (contracting), which are being stretched (lengthened), and which muscles are working as stabilizers to support the pose. Test your knowledge as you color intricate black and white drawings of each asana The seven categories of asanas are presented with prompts to color relevant structures and functions, insightful technique tips, and anatomical nuggets that will enhance your understanding of the science behind your practice. You will learn not only the benefits of each pose but also the contraindications, relevant terminology, and how to vary poses where necessary. The healing heart of yoga What sets this book apart from others is its inclusion of the subtler realm of yoga - that which is referred to as 'energetic anatomy'. Understanding the unseen energies of the body in terms of fascia, bandhas, nadis, and chakras will take you beyond just muscle and joint mechanics, alignment and technique, and connect you more profoundly to the yogic way of life.Table of ContentsChapter 1 The Moving Body Chapter 2 Human Anatomy Organisation of the Body Guide to the Integumentary System Guide to the Skeletal System Guide to the Muscular System Guide to the Nervous System Guide to the Endocrine System Guide to the Respiratory System Guide to the Cardiovascular System Guide to the Lymphatic and Immune System Guide to the Digestive System Guide to the Urinary System Guide to the Reproductive System Chapter 3 Standing Asanas Agni Sara (Fire Cascade) Tadasana (Mountain Pose) Utkatasana (Chair Pose) Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) Virabhadrasana I (Warrior Pose I) Virabhadrasana II (Warrior Pose II) Utthita Parshvakonasana (Extended Side-Angle Pose) Parsvottanasana (Pyramid Pose) Viparita Virabhadrasana (Reverse Warrior Pose) Chapter 4 Sitting and Low Asanas Sukhasana (Easy Pose) Vajrasana (Kneeling Pose) Dandasana (Staff Pose) Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose) Gomukhasana (Cow Face Pose) Padmasana (Lotus Pose) Navasana (Boat Pose) Upavesasana (Squat Pose) or Malasana (Garland Pose) Chapter 5 Twists Bharadvajasana (Seated Twist Pose) Supta Matsyendrasana (Reclined or Supine Twist Pose) Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord-of-the-Fishes Pose) Chapter 6 Prone and Supine Asanas Prone: Makarasana (Crocodile Pose) Chakravakasana (Cat/Cow Stretch or Sunbird Pose) Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limbed Staff Pose) Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) Supine: Purvottanasana (Reverse or Upward Plank Pose) Shavasana (Corpse Pose) Chapter 7 Inversions Adho Mukha Svanasana (Down Dog Pose) Setu Bandhasana (Half Bridge Pose) Viparita Karani (Legs Up the Wall) Prasarita Padottanasana A (Wide-Legged Forward Bend A) Adho Mukha Vrkshasana (Handstand Pose) Shirshasana (Headstand Pose) Sarvangasana (Shoulderstand Pose) Halasana (Plough Pose) Chapter 8 Forward and Backward Bends Forward: Balasana (Child's Pose) Uttanasana (Standing Forward-Bend Pose) Parsvottanasana (Pyramid Pose) Janu Sirsasana (Head to Knee Forward Bend Pose) Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend) Backward: Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) Anjaneyasana (Crescent Pose) Ustrasana (Camel Pose) Urdva Mukha Svanasana (Up Dog Pose) Shalabhasana (Locust Pose) Matsyasana (Fish Pose) Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (One-Legged King Pigeon Pose) Chapter 9 Balancings Anjaneyasana (Crescent Moon) Parighasana (Crossbar or Gate Pose) Vrkhasana (Tree Pose) Ardha Chandrasana (Half Moon Pose) Virabhadrasana III (Warrior Pose III) Garudasana (Eagle Pose) Natarajasana (Lord of the Dance Pose) Bakasana (Crane Pose) Chapter 10 The Subtle Body and Fascia

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Book Synopsis'Searingly self-aware and sharply funny, Emma John takes the cliches about being a single woman and blows them apart with unforgettable originality.' - Hadley Freeman'Fabulous. Made me well up twice. Honest, vulnerable and all those great things.' - Eva WisemanThere is a piece of cod-wisdom regularly dispensed to single women: romance will arrive when you least expect it. I had assumed it would also make its own travel arrangements too. Emma John is in her 40s; she is neither married, nor partnered, with child or planning to be.In her hilarious and unflinching memoir, Self Contained, she asks why the world only views a woman as complete when she is no longer a single figure and addresses what it means to be alone when everyone else isn't.In her book, she captures what it is to be single in your forties, from sharing a twin room with someone you've never met on a group holiday (because the couples have all the doubles with ensuite) to coming to the realisation that maybe your singleness isn't a temporary arrangement, that maybe you aren't pre-married at all, and in fact you are self-contained.The book is an exploration of being lifelong single and what happens if you don't meet the right person, don't settle down with the wrong person and realise the biggest commitment is to yourself.

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wo-time Olympian Kara Goucher shares her secrets to conquering self-doubt and improving running performance using proven tools from the field of sport psychology. This book includes tips, techniques and real-life experiences from Olympians Emma Coburn and Molly Huddle, and New York Times bestselling author Robin Arzon. Strong also offers perspectives from two experts in the field of sport psychology, including Kara's own sport psychologist, Dr. Stephen Walker.

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Book SynopsisIf you are considering adoption, or are already headed down that path, this book of stories, scriptures, and prayers will inspire and encourage you along the way.Author Hillary Froning opens her heart and shares the story of how she and her husband, Rich Froning, adopted three precious children. Like talking to a close friend, Blessed by Adoption features short essays, Bible verses, and prayers that will move you and comfort you on your path to adoption. The book also features reflections to help you process your thoughts and feelings, as well as writing space for journaling about your adoption journey.Blessed by Adoption includes:30 essays by Hillary Froning about her adoption process, including finding a birth mom, completing home studies, hospital stays, telling friends and family, and all the blessings and challenges along the wayBible verses and prayers to comfort you at every stage of adoptionWriting prompts and lined journaling pages to help you reflect on your adoption journey

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Book SynopsisThis book shows concrete techniques and exercises of psychological pain management, with which it is possible to reduce pain permanently. It is aimed at all pain patients who want to actively manage pain and at all therapists and doctors who want to support their patients in this. The more than 30 successful techniques and exercises, such as mindfulness exercises, relaxation techniques or hypnosis procedures, can be used alone at home without a doctor or therapist. Each exercise is explained step-by-step and simply, is scientifically recognized, has no side effects, and is effective regardless of the cause or location of the pain. The book also provides a wealth of background information on the development of pain and numerous practical tips. The 4th edition is completely updated.Table of ContentsPreliminary remarks.- Test: How much is your everyday life determined by pain?- Part I: What you should know about pain.- Part II:Exercises and techniques for coping with pain.- Part III: Changes in unfavourable behaviour.- Service section: Copy template for a pain protocol.- Contact details of various pain relief societies.- Literature. Index.

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Book Synopsis How women can improve their productivity, happiness, and physical well-being by keeping their natural cycles in mind and working with them (rather than ignoring them). Trade Review‘a powerful offering toward helping women reclaim hormone health, and much needed life balance.’ Aviva Romm, MD, author of The Adrenal Thyroid Revolution ‘Finally, a book where we learn how our dynamic hormones are a good thing and how to empower ourselves with them to end the battle with our bodies and food, reduce stress, and get back our energy. Thank you Alisa!’ Keri Glassman MS, RDN Founder Nutritious Life and The Nutritious Life Studio ‘A highly researched, holistic guide packed with so much useful (and interesting!) information for women everywhere to better their health journeys.’ Kimberly Snyder, New York Times bestselling author and holistic wellness expert ‘Working with Alisa has given me back my energy, made me a happier mom, and made me passionate about sharing this information with other women.’ Gabrielle Union-Wade, New York Times bestselling author of We’re Going to Need More Wine ‘Your body and brain will thank you for it.’ Daniel Amen, MD, neuroscientist, and New York Times bestselling author of Change Your Brain, Change Your Life and Unleash the Power of the Female Brain ‘Women are getting promotions, losing weight and clearing endometriosis by using this cycle-syncing method.’ The Bookseller ‘This book teaches you how to use your biology to tune in to your inner guidance and to create optimal flow in every area of your life. It offers a path towards your highest power and potential.’ Gabrielle Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Universe Has Your Back ‘This book will change the way you eat, work out, manage your time and do your work—all in harmony with your body!JJ Virgin, nutrition expert and New York Times bestselling author of The Virgin Diet ‘Every woman should read this book!’Dr. Mark Hyman, New York Times bestselling author of The Blood Sugar Solution

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Book SynopsisA fully illustrated Kama Sutrafrom the extraordinary and rare art collection of Lance Dane.Trade Review"Gives us the dazzling artwork from museums and private collections worldwide... fascinating...sex has not changed in over 2,000 years." * Lois Mark Stalvey, Red Rock News, January 28, 2004 *"A new, gorgeously illustrated edition of the famous Hindu Classic." * Erotic Review, Dec/Jan 2004, Issue 58 *"It is not, in fact, a pornographic work, but a book depicting the art of living for the civilized and refined citizen, finding its expression in the sphere of love, eroticism, and the sensual pleasures of life. . . . Rather than calling the Kama Sutra pornography and hiding it on the highest shelf of their bookcases, Western readers should see it as the expression of a refined, sophisticated people on the art of love." * Audrey Chaix, Vulpes Libris, Jan 2010 *Table of ContentsThe Complete Illustrated Kama Sutra Preface to Kama SutraIntroduction to Kama SutraBook 1--General Principles Study of the Shastras Dharma, Artha, Kama Study of Arts, Sciences Man about Town Nayikas and MessengersBook 2--Love-Play and Sexual Union Sexual Union The Embrace The Kiss Pressing and Nail Marks The Bite Sexual Vigor and Intensity Striking and Spontaneous Sounds Donning the Male Role Oral Congress Beginning and End of CongressBook 3--Courtship and Marriage Betrothal and Marriage Instilling Confidence in the Bride Courting a Maid Behavior of a Couple Kinds of MarriageBook 4--The Wife Duties of a Wife Senior and Junior WivesBook 5--Seducing the Wives of Others Characteristics of Men and Women Getting Acquainted Ascertaining Emotions Duties of a Go-between Behavior of a King Conduct of Ladies of the Inner CourtBook 6--The Courtesan Beguiling the Right Man Living as his Wife Acquiring Wealth Reconciliation Special Gains Gains and LossesBook 7--Secret Lore, Extraneous Stimulation, and Sexual Power Beautifying the Body Regarding Virility

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Book SynopsisA bumper collection of 300 quick crossword puzzles to test your word knowledge and have you reaching for the thesaurus. The puzzles are in a standard 13x13 grid size. How quickly can you solve these?You will find the solutions easily at the back of the book.Keep your mind sharp and improve your word power at the same time. Ideal for whiling away the time while travelling, on holiday or relaxing at home.

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Book SynopsisFrom Debbie Ford, the author whose inspiring words have helped millions of readers, Courage has the power to change your life. A tried-and-tested, process-driven approach to conquering our fears, accepting our flaws, and tapping into our potential, Courage will help readers discover the confidence they need to accomplish anything.In this personal and powerful guide to self-actualization, Ford uses the years of wisdom she has accumulated as a spiritual teacher and personal growth coach to deliver an indispensable tool for anyone eager to become their own best self—a perfect fit for readers of Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, and Judith Orloff, for new readers of Debbie Ford, and for longtime fans of her national bestselling books The 21-Day Consciousness Cleanse, The Dark Side of the Light Chasers, The Secret of the Shadow, and more.

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Book SynopsisEach day presents an opportunity to find delight, whether in your surroundings, your work, your relationships, your insights, or your actions. This journal will guide you to look inside and outside yourself to discover and appreciate what makes you happiest.   With prompts and exercises, the wise words of writers, musicians, philosophers, and leaders will help you reflect on what fills you with joy. You’ll measure your happiness at the outset and along the way; after a year’s worth of delight, your smile will be bigger than ever.

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Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “An imperative call to action” (Nick Offerman) to get children off their screens and into nature, with tips for bonding activities that teach the importance of outside time and build tough, curious, competent kids—from the New York Times bestselling author and host of the TV series and podcast MeatEater“A revelation for families struggling to get kids to GO OUTSIDE, or to just stop using the darn smartphone.”—Michaeleen Doucleff, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Hunt, Gather, ParentIn the era of screens and devices, the average American spends 90 percent of their time indoors, and children are no exception. Not only does this phenomenon have consequences for kids’ physical and mental health, it jeopardizes their ability to understand and engage with anything beyond the built environment. Thankfully, with the right mi

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Book SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLER ? Mental toughness, mental clarity, and mental health all have one thing in common: The journey begins in your mind. In this radical guide, the award-winning author of The Last Arrow illuminates a surprising path toward personal fulfillment and optimal performance.?Erwin McManus is the most brilliant thinker I?ve ever met.??fourteen-time bestselling author Jon GordonThroughout his thirty years of work as a mindset expert and leadership coach, Erwin Raphael McManus has been obsessed with these questions: Why do some people succeed despite having all the odds stacked against them? How do others achieve the unthinkable, only to watch their lives slip away? Are there mental structures for failure and success?McManus has come to realize that too many of us have ?near-life? experiences. We almost pursue our dreams. We almost make the decision that changes everything. We are always one choice away. If we want to live without regret, we need to make a mind shift?trading beliefs that limit our potential for ones that help us move toward optimal performance and pursue the success of being fully alive. We must move from a life of obligation to a life of intention.In Mind Shift, McManus brings together twelve mental frameworks that have helped some of the most accomplished people on earth create internal structures of success. Among them:? You have to choose between acceptance and uniqueness. If you are addicted to affirmation, you will become what others want you to be rather than who you were created to become.? You don?t need an audience. It?s what you do in private that makes you who you are.? Talent is a hallucinogen. It will make you believe that hard work and discipline are for everyone else.Sharing experiences from entrepreneurs, artists, professional athletes, and his own career, McManus shows us how to transform our thinking?and, in turn, transform our lives.

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Book SynopsisMillions of readers turn to Marc and Angel Chernoff for their wise, hopeful, and loving insights on navigating life''s ups and downs with grace and hope. In their first-ever guided journal, they share prompts to start each day right.The perfect way to build a daily habit of gratitude, acceptance, and focus, this journal will become a trusted companion for moving forward, no matter where you are in your journey - and no matter what life throws your way.

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Book SynopsisIn this touching keepsake journal, parents and grandparents can tell their stories in their own words, passing on memories, insight, and guidance that their loved ones will treasure for a lifetime.There is so much beauty in telling your own story.After author and lifestyle blogger Ashley Sirah Chea’s sister passed away, she discovered that her young nephew became increasingly curious about the mother that he never got to know. Though she shared her sister's stories with him to the best of her ability, she was constantly aware that he would never get to hear them in his mother’s own words. This experience inspired her to create the Forever Journal, a beautiful opportunity for parents and grandparents to write their own legacy and offer their families connection and comfort for years to come.Through a series of prompts, parents will capture the stories of their lives, sharing memories and advice about growing up, finding love, nurturing f

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Book SynopsisBiotechnologist Leroy Hood and longevity researcher Nathan Price journey to the future of health. Medicine today is a hit-or-miss affair that tackles symptoms long after disease sets in. Hood and Price explore the emerging technologies that will focus health care on extending wellness, making it personal, precise, and truly preventative.Trade ReviewA remarkable vision of the near future of healthcare from two of the leading innovators of our age. Always a decade ahead of the pack, Dr. Hood has been an inspiration for his entire career. This book tells you why. -- David Sinclair, PhD, author of LifespanThis seminal book offers scientific evidence of how much of our health is determined outside of and before most encounters with the healthcare system. Drawing on their own research, Hood and Price make a compelling argument that we should be investing in health, instead of focusing on ineffective repairs when the damage finally becomes visible. In many ways, we know this. They are asking us all, politely and then fervently, ‘If you know it, why aren’t you doing anything about it?’ -- Esther Dyson, Executive Founder of WellvilleConventional medicine understands disease but not health. As a result, our population is sick and becoming sicker. Drawing on the tenets of systems biology, deep phenotyping, and digital measurements, this revolutionary book shows what every one of us can do—doctors and patients alike—to jump-start the exciting new era of scientific wellness. -- Sara Gottfried, MD, Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and New York Times bestselling author of Women, Food, and HormonesLeroy Hood literally pioneered the field of personalized medicine. Now he shares his knowledge, enabling all of us to maximize our healthspan. A must-read for understanding the new era of data-driven medicine. -- David Agus, MD, New York Times bestselling author of The End of IllnessThis is probably the most important self-help book you will ever read—it will impact your quality of life for decades. Not only does it clearly explain recent revolutions in genomics, AI, aging, neuroplasticity, etc., it shows how you can harness them. Lee Hood and Nathan Price have literally made history through their own research and applied it to a clinical setting. The moving personal stories that shaped their odyssey will powerfully motivate readers. -- George Church, PhD, Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School and founder of Nebula GenomicsThe leading researchers in the systems biology revolution in medicine map out for the first time the radical transformation taking place in the science of extending health, which will soon make conventional disease treatment obsolete. If you want to understand how the latest advances in genomics and AI can completely transform your health, and to translate this promise into practical tools that you can apply today, read this book! -- Mark Hyman, MD, Senior Advisor to the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine and author of Food Fix and Young ForeverThis is a lively, optimistic, indeed cheerful book with a clear message: focusing on preserving health provides the best means of forestalling illness, both individually and in the population at large. The approach to scientific wellness that they advocate is truly visionary. -- Roger M. Perlmutter, former President of Merck Research LaboratoriesFresh, thoughtful, and unusually ahead of the curve. This is an eye-opening roadmap for the future of health as an active patient partnership from the best scientific minds of our time. -- Thom Mount, former President of Universal Pictures and Vice Chairman of BrainreaderThe Age of Scientific Wellness pulls no punches: humans and the medical system are ill. Hood and Price provide a bold roadmap to wellness built on biology, computer science, and medicine. -- Jeff Wilke, former CEO of Amazon Worldwide ConsumerLeroy Hood and Nathan Price argue with passion, excellence, and personal experience for a proactive approach to achieving the real potential of precision health…The vision they advance in their book [is] inspiring, audacious, participatory, optimistic, and generous, and this approach could potentially foster longer, healthier lives. -- Ambroise Wonkam * The Lancet *Many books have been written about why the American health care system has failed to bring all the latest breathtaking science and technology to those of us who need it most. The Age of Scientific Wellness offers a peek into how scientists have been trying to solve this bottleneck for themselves and their loved ones—and how the rest of us can follow in their footsteps. -- Richard Sprague * proto.life *This is a well-written work that is easy to read… The authors make a compelling case that could change how clinicians and leaders think about the future of health care delivery. -- Teri L. Brehio * Family Medicine *

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Book SynopsisNature Devotional is a stunning ‘prayer’ book every lover of the natural world will cherish. Beautifully illustrated eco-spiritual meditations, mantras and visual messages of hope, respect and wisdom make this the definitive devotional to uplift anyone who reveres nature’s magic and her teachings. Trade Review"Thoughtful reflections, lovely drawings, and seasonally inspired affirmations." * Library Journal *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Early Spring: Quiet Growth 2. Late Spring: Blossoming 3. Summer: Emergence 4. Early Fall: Reconnection 5. Late Fall: Preparation 6. Winter: Stillness

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Book SynopsisOne out of three children are challenged by excessive body fat and these boys and girls are poorly suited for endurance-type exercise which they are typically asked to perform and which they are typically avoid at all costs. This book presents a myriad of resistance exercises which they tend to enjoy more.Table of ContentsForewordAcknowledgmentsIntroductionPart I Fitness FundamentalsChapter 1. Ready to TrainStrength Training Versus Weightlifting, Powerlifting, and BodybuildingFUNdamental FitnessMuscles, Bones, and Connective TissueProgram AssessmentGetting ReadySummaryChapter 2. Program PrescriptionsTraining GuidelinesProgram ConsiderationsPlay EducationSummaryChapter 3. Exercise Technique and Training ProceduresUnderstanding ChildrenBeing a TeacherDeveloping the Fitness WorkoutUsing Equipment SafelyKeeping It ProgressiveSummaryPart II Exercises Chapter 4. Free WeightsTraining With Free WeightsFree-Weight ExercisesSummaryChapter 5. Weight MachinesTraining on Weight MachinesWeight Machine ExercisesSummaryChapter 6. Elastic Bands and Medicine BallsTraining With Elastic Bands and Medicine BallsElastic Band ExercisesMedicine Ball ExercisesSummaryChapter 7. Body-Weight TrainingUsing Body Weight as ResistanceBody-Weight ExercisesSummaryPart III Program DesignChapter 8. General PreparationPreparatory ConditioningTraining YouthDynamic MotivationSummaryChapter 9. Basic Strength and Power for Ages 7 to 10Components of the Warm-Up and Cool-DownStrength-Training ProgramStrength-Training ExercisesTraining ConsiderationsSummaryChapter 10. Intermediate Strength and Power for Ages 11 to 14Components of the Warm-Up and Cool-DownStrength-Training ProgramMachine Strength-Training ExercisesMedicine Ball Strength-Training ExercisesTraining ConsiderationsSummaryChapter 11. Advanced Strength and Power for Ages 15 to 18Components of the Warm-Up and Cool-DownStrength-Training ProgramMachine and Free-Weight Strength-Training ExercisesMedicine Ball and Elastic Band Strength-Training ExercisesTraining ConsiderationsSummaryChapter 12. Sport-Specific Power and Strength for Young AthletesTraining for Sport ConditioningBaseball and SoftballBasketball and VolleyballDancing and Figure SkatingFootball and RugbyIce Hockey and Field HockeySoccerSwimmingTennisTrack: Sprints and JumpsTrack: Distance RunningSummaryPart IV Long-Term Planning and Nutritional SupportChapter 13. Periodization and RecoveryOverreaching and OvertrainingModels of PeriodizationRest and RecoveryLong-Term DevelopmentSummaryChapter 14. Eating for Strength and PerformanceBasics of Healthy EatingChildren's Nutritional NeedsHydrationSnack FoodsSummaryAppendix A: Sample Workout Log Appendix B: Suggested Readings IndexAbout the Authors

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Book SynopsisThe New Pallet Book brings more than 25 new ideas for woodworking projects devoted to the ubiquitous wooden pallet (more than 50 total!). Table of ContentsINTRODUCTIONCHAPTER ONE WORKING WITH PALLETS CHAPTER TWO OUTDOOR EYE-CATCHERS Small-Bird Birdhouse Small Planter Patio Loveseat Porch Swing Chaise Lounge QUICK 3 Plant Markers Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Window Shutters Planter Bench Adirondack Chair Central AC Unit Screen Potting Bench Strawberry Box Workbench Toss Across Game Boards QUICK 3 Pathway Pavers Compost Bin Handy Vertical Planter Pool Noodle and Towel RackCHAPTER THREE STOW IN STYLE Coat Rack and Shelf Garden Tool Organizer Small Wall-Mounted Shelf Large Shoe Rack Hanging Pot Rack Large Bookshelf QUICK 3 Towel Ladder Rack Mug Holder Drink Coasters Spice Rack Crafts Center Wine and Liquor Bottle Rack Beer Caddy Tool Carrier Recycling Bin HolderCHAPTER FOUR HOME GOODS (AND GREATS!) Platform Bed Potted Plant Tower Play Structures QUICK 3 Child’s Safety Gate Fireplace Surround Room Divider Screen Firewood Holder Desk Hanging Picture Frame QUICK 3 Coffee Table Message Board Bathroom Magazine Rack Side Table QUICK 3 Tea Light Candleholders Key and Scarf Holder Bathtub Caddy Clock Dartboard Case Ottoman Pet Bowl HolderMETRIC CONVERSIONS ABOUT THE AUTHOR RESOURCES INDEX

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Book SynopsisNow in paperback, revised throughout, with a timely new chapter and titleThe original How to Connect in Business in 90 Seconds or Less received praise such as: Nick Boothman''s brilliant stroke is to guarantee that within the first 90 seconds of meeting someone you''ll be communicating like old trusted friends. But he doesn't stop there. This book shows how to turn those instant connections into long-lasting, productive business relationships.Marty Edelston, publisher, BottomLine/Personal. And: Success in business depends on effectively communicating ideas, at least as much as thinking them up, and Boothman tells us how to do that.Matthew Bishop, The Economist.Boothman''s message is central, and in this current business climate, critical: whether selling, interviewing, or motivating a team, success depends on convincing the other personand the quickest and best way to do that is through what he calls rapport by design. Using the science of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (built upon body

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Book Synopsis- Designed by Grace Duong, founder of Mystic Mondays- Deluxe keepsake box with magnetic closure- 80 full-color hexagonal cards in stylish printed travel case- Full-color, 11 X 17 illustrated foldout posterUse the power of crystals to tap into your intuition and supercharge your intentions. Created by Grace Duong of Mystic Mondays, The Crystal Grid Deck uses beautiful, vibrant illustrations to channel the magic of 80 gemstones, from rose quartz and lapis lazuli to amethyst and Tiger''s Eye. Featuring bold, 3D renderings of crystals, these deluxe hexagonal cards fit together, allowing users to magnify their intention-setting by creating grids and spreads. Each card offers users a glimpse into the properties of the stone, with notes on uses, zodiac connections, chakra work, and more printed on the reverse.Housed in a stunning, fully-illustrated keepsake box, with magnetic closure, and separate travel case for the cards, thi

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Book SynopsisA complete and unabridged edition of the inspirational classic that has sold more than 10 million copies.

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Book SynopsisA MASSAGE THERAPIST'S GUIDE TO PATHOLOGY is a highly regarded, comprehensive resource that sets the standard for pathology instruction and provides a comprehensive review of the etiology, signs, symptoms and treatment of over 500 diseases and disorders.Focused on evidence-informed massage therapy, students will be prepared to make choices that benefit their clients. Students will acquire knowledge and critical-thinking skills to positively impact healing processes, independently or with a team.A MASSAGE THERAPIST'S GUIDE TO PATHOLOGY makes pathology relatable, fascinating and understandable. Practical reference tables summarize the benefits, risks and massage therapy options for each condition.

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Book SynopsisTrauma-informed yoga guidance for survivors, instructors and mental health professionals.

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Book SynopsisPopular spiritual teacher and attuned empathic healer shares energetically encoded mantras on worthiness, abundance, love, and more.What is a mantra? A mantra is an echo of your highest wisdom, reflecting back in your own voice to help you recall all the things you were born to remember. Together, they''re doses of vibrational medicine delivered into your energy field through the power of your voice. Mantras are the language of unity consciousness; where the one speaking its wisdom and the one receiving its power are seen to be the same.This card deck from gifted healer and intuitive Matt Kahn contains 52 channeled mantras that have been encoded with healing energy, to realign your mind, body, heart, and soul. In this deck, users will strengthen their connection to the Universe, and a remembrance of their innate wholeness and perfection.Mantras include:The light is always within meI was born of infinite joy<

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Book SynopsisA guided journal filled with prompts, quotes, exercises, and plenty of space to write as you develop a morning meditation practice that allows you to start each day grounded, centered, connected, and ready for whatever comes your way.My day begins and ends with gratitude and joy. -Louise HayWhether you already have an established morning meditation practice, or you are newly committed to creating one, use this journal to bring you back to center and greet each new day from a place of peace, love, and mindfulness.The writing prompts, exercises, and quotes in this colorfully illustrated book are designed to help you discover your personal routine and encourage you to keep with it. Each page is a new surprise with plenty of space to write, inspiring you with different techniques and perspectives as you use morning meditations as a foundation to build a happier, healthier, more joyful life.As you meditate with this book as you

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Book SynopsisExplore tarot''s innate spirituality and psychology with this 78-card deck featuring uniquely therapeutic card interpretations and vivid reimaginings of traditional tarot artwork.Adapted from author Jessica Dore''s previous book Tarot for Change, this deck shows readers how to use tarot for mindfulness, acceptance, and self-compassion. Drawing on her unique experience in psychology and research into behavioral science, Dore makes a correlation between tarot and the human experience common to us all. The 78 cards, illustrated by Xaviera Lopez, mix modern color palettes and style with traditional, Rider-Waite-Smith-inspired imagery. Combining spirituality and psychology, tradition and innovation, and capitalizing on tarot''s ultimately healing capacity, The Change Tarot is made for modern readers confronting the infinite cycles of change present in our Earthly lives.

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Book SynopsisWhether you are taking a pause in your day or a weekend-long getaway, this step-by-step guided journal of lists and prompts will help you get the most from your own transformative, reflective, restorative retreat. Retreats can be truly life-changing, transformative experiences. This journal exists with one purpose: to offer guidance and support that will inspire you to create the time and space needed for a personal retreat and to make the most of this healing experience. Taking a retreat can be as simple as logging off from the world to just BE. You don''t need to take an indulgent beach vacation or join a yoga program on a mountaintop to make space in your life for calm and reflectionyou can simply spend a restorative weekend at home just for you if that is what feels right. It's a unique experience of embracing stillness and offers the space to reconnect and reflect, often leading to incredible moments of self-discovery and awareness that make a retreat a r

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Book SynopsisLembke concludes that the prescription drug epidemic is a symptom of a faltering health care system, the solution for which lies in rethinking how health care is delivered.Trade ReviewA thought-provoking study that all healthcare professionals and patients should read. Library Journal ... a story with mythic resonance. Times Higher Education "... excellent... It's a short book, concisely written, giving plenty of examples of patients' stories while at the same time showing trends in policy and national practice." Metapsychology Drug Dealer, MD offers a fresh, comprehensive perspective on addiction and prescription drugs. The patient narratives provide compassionate, albeit sometimes extreme, examples of how the medical field has failed patients, while the data provide the facts needed to prove that this truly is a system failure rather than any one person's fault. This thought-provoking book should be a must-read for medical trainees, providers, and health policy leaders working at the forefront of addressing the prescription drug epidemic. Health Affairs Anna Lembke sheds light on the rise of prescription drug addiction in the USA, fuelled in part by the actions of doctors and the structure of the US healthcare system. London School of Economics Review of Books ... The book is written in a clear, easy-to-read style with lay readers in mind. Pharmaceutical Journal ... once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. Drug Dealer, MD ... the most important medical book of the decade. -- Abigail Zuger Undark As far as I am concerned, "Drug Dealer, M.D.," in less than 200 unassuming, readable, and carefully referenced pages, may be the most important medical book of the decade for finally getting the story of this epidemic exactly right... every doctor and concerned citizen can take a first step in the right direction by reading Anna Lembke's book.Table of ContentsContents1. Introduction: The Prescription Drug Epidemic2. What is Addiction and Who's at Risk? 3. Pain is Dangerous, Difference is Psychopathology: The Role of Illness Narratives4. Big Pharma Joins Big Medicine, Co-Opting Medical Science to Promote Pill-Taking 5. The Drug-Seeking Patient: Malingering vs the Hijacked Brain 6. The Professional Patient: Illness as Identity and a Right to Be Compensated7. The Compassionate Doctor, the Narcissistic Injury, and the Primitive Defense8. Pill Mills and the Toyota-ization of Medicine 9. Addiction, the Disease Insurance Companies Still Won't Pay Doctors to Treat10. Stopping the Cycle of Compulsive Prescribing Bibliography

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1. Understanding Liver Disease Chapter 2. Diagnosing Liver Disease Chapter 3. What Is Viral Hepatitis? Chapter 4. Understanding Hepatitis B Chapter 5. Understanding Hepatitis C Chapter 6. Alcohol and the Liver Chapter 7. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Chapter 8. Other Causes of Liver Diseases Chapter 9. Complications of Liver Disease Chapter 10. Liver Cancer Chapter 11. Liver Transplantation Chapter 12. Liver Health Patient Resources Index

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Book SynopsisLights on or lights off? Why? Does the thought of public sex turn you on? Where? Playful and provocative, this collection of 100 sex questions is a sure-fire way for lovers to turn up the heat in the bedroom. With a range of thought-provoking conversation starters that fall into one of three categories - X, XX, or XXX - these cards allow users to choose just how intimate they want to get.

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Book SynopsisACSM’s Complete Guide to Fitness & Health, Second Edition, offers the most current exercise and nutrition guidelines along with assessments, exercises, activities, and programs for varying ages, special conditions, and fitness goals. Authoritative and comprehensive, it makes adding, enhancing, or customizing a fitness and health routine safe and effective. Trade Review"ACSM's Complete Guide to Fitness and Health is a must-read book for anyone who desires to live a long and healthy life. Written by experts from the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine, this book offers practical and proven advice on staying active and eating right." Robert Sallis, MD, FACSM -- Co-Director of Sports Medicine, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Fontana CA “ACSM’s Complete Guide to Fitness and Health helps you find your path to lifelong health. Backed by the latest research, this book will help you make informed, everyday decisions about eating right and being active. Learn from leading experts how individual choices today can add up to a lifetime of good health.” Walt Thompson, PhD-- President, American College of Sports Medicine (2017-2018), Regents’ Professor and Associate Dean, College of Education and Human Development, Georgia State University “The American College of Sports Medicine is the world’s authority on physical activity, fitness, and health. In this volume, leading experts provide up-to-date guidance on adoption of an active, fit, and healthy lifestyle.” Russell R. Pate, PhD-- Professor of Exercise Science, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina Table of ContentsPart I Fit, Active, and HealthyChapter 1 Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices: Physical Activity and Nutrition Barbara A. BushmanChapter 2 Embracing Physical Activity: A Complete Exercise Program Barbara A. BushmanChapter 3 Balancing Nutrition: Recommended Dietary Guidelines Stella Lucia Volpe and Joseph R. StanzioneChapter 4 Promoting Healthy Habits: Getting Started and Staying Motivated Barbara A. BushmanPart II Exercise and Activity for Building a Better YouChapter 5 Improving Your Aerobic Fitness Barbara A. BushmanChapter 6 Enhancing Your Muscular Fitness Avery D. FaigenbaumChapter 7 Increasing Your Flexibility Jan Schroeder and Michelle Kulovitz AlencarChapter 8 Sharpening Your Functional Fitness Nicholas H. EvansPart III Fitness and Health for Every AgeChapter 9 Children and Adolescents: Birth to Age 17 Don W. MorganChapter 10 Adults: Ages 18 to 64 Barbara A. BushmanChapter 11 Older Adults: Ages 65 and Older Robert S. MazzeoPart IV Fitness and Health for Every BodyChapter 12 Cardiovascular Health Shannon Lennon-Edwards and William B. FarquharChapter 13 Diabetes Sheri R. ColbergChapter 14 Cancer Kathryn H. SchmitzChapter 15 Alzheimer’s Disease Brad A. Roy and Linda FredenbergChapter 16 Osteoporosis and Bone Health Kara A. Witzke and Kerri M. Winters-StoneChapter 17 Arthritis and Joint Health A. Lynn MillarChapter 18 Weight Management Laura J. KruskallChapter 19 Pregnancy and Postpartum Lanay M. Mudd and Jean M. KerverChapter 20 Depression Heather Chambliss and Tracy L. Greer

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Book SynopsisGain the competitive edge with the innovative training methods in Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes. This science-based, multidimensional approach to athletic conditioning helps you build a strong and flexible foundation by infusing Pilates into training, resulting in complete training programs that tap into the seven pillars of training needed for success: Agility Flexibility Mobility Power Speed Stability Strength Begin with proven assessment protocols that have helped elite and professional athletes reach the pinnacle of their careers and remain there. Evaluate your movement patterns, range of motion, strength base, flexibility, and core strength to determine your baseline and guide your selection of exercises and sequences to turn weaknesses into strengths. Then follow detailed instructions for 124 Pilates mat and traditional conditioning exercises to strengthen your core, improveTrade Review“I am so fortunate to have found Rick and Amy Lademann. Their extensive knowledge of Pilates and strength and conditioning has helped me achieve and maintain peak performance throughout my career. Without their training programs, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”—Chris Sale, Pitcher for the Boston Red Sox“Today’s athletes are looking for ways to develop optimal performance and longevity in their careers, and Pilates has become an important tool in that development. Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes is a must read for those looking to take their workouts into the future of athletic conditioning.”—Jeff Smith, First-Base Coach for the Minnesota Twins“The hardest thing for an athlete to find in the weight room every day is the desire to train. Rick Lademann and the Beyond Motion team create a fun and seriously detailed work environment, which made me want to be there and work even harder. Rick is one of the best strength coaches in the country, which is why so many world-class athletes seek him out for their off-season training programs. Having the book Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes is just like having him as your personal coach.”—Bronson Arroyo, Former MLB Pitcher, MLB All-Star“Rick Lademann has dedicated his life to coaching and developing professional athletes. He is the best I have ever seen at applying knowledge of how the body works to a specific sport. There’s no team I would trust more than Rick and Amy Lademann to prepare me for a healthy, successful season.”—Collin Cowgill, Outfielder for the Philadelphia PhilliesTable of ContentsPart I. Pilates Conditioning for Your Body Chapter 1. Functional PhilosophyChapter 2. Goal Setting, Primary Assessment, and VisualizationChapter 3. Daily Movements That Enhance PerformanceChapter 4. Movement Prep: Dynamic Warm-UpPart II. Foundational Movement Chapter 5. Pilates ExercisesChapter 6. Training With Medicine Ball and Resistance BandsChapter 7. Fundamental Strength ExercisesPart III. Pick Your Program Chapter 8. Foundational WorkoutsChapter 9. Intermediate, Advanced, and Sport-Specific Workouts

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Book Synopsis If you're ready to transform your body and perfect your athletic skills, then this is the book for you. Based on solid exercise science principles and tested with thousands of clients, JC's Total Body Transformation gives you over 110 workouts that can be plugged into any training plan right now to transform your body, improve your athletic performance, build strength and endurance, and produce the results you want. This text also addresses recovery technique and nutritional interventions that will support your transformation journey. Author JC Santana has spent over 30 years working with professional and collegiate athletes, weekend warriors, and serious strength and fitness clients, and he's developed hundreds of workouts that are proven to work. You won't get a lot of fluff here: You'll get an introduction on how to use these workouts, an explanation of why JC's training philosophy works, instructions on how to coach the workouts, and his simple philosophy onTrade Review "Juan Carlos Santana is one of the true thought leaders in strength and conditioning. JC’s Total Body Transformation is a must for anyone seeking to improve their fitness." Jose Antonio, PhD—Sports Scientist at Nova Southeastern University and CEO of International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) "If you are looking for a one-stop shop for functional training and fitness, look no further than JC’s Total Body Transformation!" Douglas Kalman, PhD, RD, FACN, FISSN—Adjunct Professor at Nova Southeastern University “The practicality and usefulness of JC’s Total Body Transformation for directing others in their pursuit of optimum conditioning are second to none.” Darryn S. Willoughby, PhD, CSCS, CISSN, EPC, CNS, FACSM, FISSN, FACN, FASEP—Professor of Exercise/Nutritional Biochemistry and Molecular Physiology at Baylor University “Whether you are an expert or a beginner, young or old, serious or casual about fitness, JC’s Total Body Transformation is the one book you should have on your shelf. Read it, absorb it, do it, and BE TRANSFORMED." David Woynarowski, MD—Expert in Longevity and Regenerative Medicine and Coauthor of Immortality Edge and “Stem Cells Targeting Inflammation as Potential Anti-Aging Strategies and Therapies” "JC Santana is a legend in the field of strength and conditioning. He's the real deal and has helped tens of thousands of people over the past three decades transform their physiques and strengthen their bodies.” Bret Contreras, PhD, CSCS,*D—Author of Bodyweight Strength Training Anatomy “Juan Carlos is not only an icon in the world of fitness but also a master at implementing the best programming for optimum results. He’s outdone himself with JC’s Total Body Transformation, which offers the best from the best in our industry!” John DeFendis—International Fitness and Sports Hall of Fame Member, Personal Training Hall of Fame Member, and Mr. USA–IFBB Professional Athlete "If you're seeking a complete body transformation or a dramatic improvement in athletic performance, you must follow JC's training methodologies. He is a master at program design, creating safe and effective workouts that deliver serious results." Carla Sanchez, CSCS—Owner of Performance Ready Fitness Studio, Two-Time Ironman, and IFBB Pro Table of ContentsPart I. Programming Functional Training Chapter 1. Train for Results Chapter 2. Program Framework Chapter 3. Assess and Progress Part II. Body Transformation Chapter 4. Legs and Hips Chapter 5. Abs and Core Chapter 6. Arms Chapter 7. Shoulders Chapter 8. Chest Chapter 9. Back Part III. Athletic Movement Chapter 10. Jumping Chapter 11. Speed Chapter 12. Agility Part IV. Athletic Endurance Chapter 13. Lower-Body Metabolics Chapter 14. Upper-Body Metabolics Chapter 15. Total-Body Metabolics Part V. Putting It Together Chapter 16. Nutrition and Recovery Chapter 17. Training Plans

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Book SynopsisGain the plant-based advantage! Join the thousands of runners, bodybuilders, and athletes from virtually every sport who rely on foods and beverages made without animal products. Every day an increasing number of athletes, even those who are not fully vegetarian or vegan, incorporate a plant-based diet when training or recovering from competition.In Plant-Based Sports Nutrition, registered dietitians Enette Larson-Meyer and Matt Ruscigno combine decades of evidence-based research with personal experience working with—and as—vegan and vegetarian athletes to offer you a reliable and complete explanation of how, when, and why you need to plan your nutrient intake to maximize nutrition and get the best results. They will help you make smart decisions about properly fueling your body so you have the energy and stamina to boost your training and excel during competition.Learn how to get proper amounts of all essential macronutrients, vitamins, and mTrade Review“Five decades ago, when I won the Boston Marathon as a vegetarian runner, few knew or cared about my diet. Since then, I've encountered increasing interest year after year. At every runner’s clinic, someone asks me: ‘What do you think of a vegetarian diet, and how can I learn more?’ The answer is simple: Vegetarian and plant-based diets are great for your health as well as the health of the planet. And to learn everything you need to know, just read Plant-Based Sports Nutrition. Enette Larson-Meyer and Matt Ruscigno are as informed on the subject as they are passionate and experienced. There's no better source than this book.”—Amby Burfoot, 1968 Boston Marathon Winner and Author of Run Forever: Your Complete Guide to Healthy Lifetime Running and Other Books“Whether you’re an elite athlete or newbie exerciser, Plant-Based Sports Nutrition dispels the myths of plant-based nutrition while providing the knowledge to optimize your athletic performance. Plants are the athletic fuel of the future!”—Scott Jurek, Vegan Ultramarathon Legend and Author of North and the New York Times–Bestselling Eat and RunTable of ContentsChapter 1. Gaining the Plant-Based AdvantageChapter 2. Getting Adequate Calories From Plant SourcesChapter 3. Finding the Right Carbohydrate MixChapter 4. Choosing Smart Fat Over No FatChapter 5. Building Muscle Without MeatChapter 6. Optimizing Bone HealthChapter 7. Boosting Iron Intake and AbsorptionChapter 8. Breaking Free of Multivitamin DependenceChapter 9. Prioritizing Food and Fluids Before, During, and After EventsChapter 10. Choosing Whether to SupplementChapter 11. Reducing Muscle Cramps and InflammationChapter 12. Creating a Customized Meal PlanChapter 13. Adapting the Plan to Manage WeightChapter 14. Whipping Up Quick Plant-Based Meals and SnacksChapter 15. RecipesAppendix A. Energy Costs of Physical ActivityAppendix B. Food Guidance SystemsAppendix C. Foods Containing FODMAPsAppendix D. Glycemic Index of Common FoodsAppendix E. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamins and MineralsAppendix F. Metric Conversions for Common Measures

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Book Synopsis"This book is a revised edition of Stora Stretchbplem,published in 1994 by Fitnessf orlaget" -- T.p. versTrade Review“Prescriptive Stretching is the most comprehensive guide for managing pain and injury through stretching. Kristian Berg has the answers to the questions my patients frequently ask about stretching, and he clearly explains the why, how and when. An essential for every gym bag!”—Ron Noy, MD, Prestige Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine“Prescriptive Stretching is a wonderful resource for any level of learner. Beginning with the anatomy of the muscles and bones is critical in order to gain an understanding of the purpose of performing specific stretches and WHY. I especially appreciate the information on the health benefits of movement and stretching. The Four Main Principles are so insightful. Stretching is often a mystery to many people, and these guidelines are important in preparing the user to understand the purpose and function of each stretch. Although the book is science based, the terms are explained in a very easy-to-understand manner. The sections on posture are also very enlightening. So many people would avoid pain and dysfunction if they would take the time to focus on their daily postures and then address the misalignment through a stretch or series of stretches. This easy-to-follow guide offers simple application for better health and daily performance through flexibility.”—Irene McCormick, MS, CSCS, Senior Director of Fitness Education for Orangetheory FitnessTable of ContentsIntroduction Muscles and Bones of the Human Body Stretching Fundamentals Targeted Stretches Programs for Pain Relief Assessing Flexibility and Muscle Balance Stretch Index References About the Author

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Book SynopsisIn this book, renowned anthropologist Michael Jackson draws on philosophy, biography, ethnography, and literature to explore the meanings and affordances of friendship—a relationship just as significant as, yet somehow different from, kinship and love. Beginning with Aristotle’s accounts of friendship as a political virtue and Montaigne’s famous essay on friendship as a form of love, Jackson examines the tension between the political and personal resonances of friendship in the philosophy of Hannah Arendt, the biography of the Indian historian Brijen Gupta, and the oral narratives of a Kuranko storyteller, Keti Ferenke Koroma. He offers reflections on childhood friends, imaginary friends, lifelong friendships, and friendships with animals. He ruminates particularly on the complications of friendship in the context of anthropological fieldwork, exploring the contradiction between the egalitarian spirit of friendship on the one hand and, on the other, the power imbalance between ethnographers and their interlocutors. Through these stories, Jackson explores the unpredictable interplay of mutability and mutuality in intimate human relationships, and the critical importance of choice in forming friendship—what it means to be loyal to friends through good times and bad, and even in the face of danger. Through a blend of memoir, theory, ethnography, and fiction, Jackson shows us how the elective affinities of friendship transcend culture, gender, and age, and offer us perennial means of taking stock of our lives and getting a measure of our own self-worth.Trade Review"A compelling exploration of friendship, rich with insights and astute anthropological and philosophical reflections. Friendship offers a highly original treatment of an important topic in clear and incisive terms. I know of no other work that examines the many diverse aspects of friendship in people’s lives in such rich and informed ways." * Robert Desjarlais, Sarah Lawrence College *

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Book SynopsisThe latest research in neuroscience and parenting come together in this groundbreaking book, which brings to light new realizations about the power of nurture for our children's mental and physical health outcomes.Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD. is a neuroscientist, doula, and parent. Her work began the goal of developing new treatments for poor mental health; she dreamed of creating a new medication to address conditions like anxiety, depression, addiction, and chronic stress. Over time, she realized that science had already uncovered a powerful medicine for alleviating mental health struggles, but the answer wasn't a pill. It was a preventative approach: when babies' receive nurturing care in the first three years of life, it builds strong, resilient brains -- brains that are less susceptible to poor mental health.How can parents best set their children up for success? In this revelatory book, Kirshenbaum makes plain that nurture is a preventative medicine against mental health issues. She challenges the idea that the way to cultivate independence is through letting babies cry it out or sleep alone; instead, the way to raise a confident, independent child is to lean into your instincts as a parent. Hold your infant as much as you want. Check on them when they cry, share beds with them, maintain skin-to-skin contact--and this is backed-up by science, which shows that nurturing experiences transforms lives, and improves mental health, physical health, and life outcomes. Nurturing is a gift of resilience and health that parents can give the next generation simply by following their instincts to care for their young.

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Book SynopsisChange your life step by step with this beautifully designed, interactive workbook. Throughout the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can become very easy to get stuck in lifestyle patterns and habits that we know are unhealthy, and it can become just as difficult for us to let go of them. With encouraging guidance and well-organized exercises from psychologist Dr. Jaime Zuckerman, this workbook offers ways to establish new, healthier patterns and habits that allow us to live according to our values and reach our full potential. Inside, you’ll find a comprehensive guide to changing old habits and maintaining new ones: Identify existing behavioral patterns and habits Align your behaviors with your values Get out of your comfort zone to establish healthier behaviors Start small and embrace uncertainty Learn to stay consistent in maintaining value-based patterns and habits This supportive, thoughtful workbook is an enriching, motivating guide that’s straightforward and accessible for those striving to implement healthy behavioral changes in their lives. The engaging, colorful art and motivational messages make it a fun, accessible tool for self-improvement. The Wellness Workbooks series from Wellfleet Press offers guidance on a wide range of self-help and mental health topics. Each book presents a thoughtful, evidence-based collection of straightforward exercises in an accessible, enjoyable format that will keep you engaged and inspired. With a distinctive design and full-color illustrations throughout, these workbooks deliver a practical path to personal growth in a beautiful package. Other titles include Find Your Calm, Find Your Strength, and Find Your Peace.Table of ContentsContents Introduction 1 IDENTIFYING YOUR PATTERNS AND HABITS Slow It Down Soak in Your Surroundings An Apple for the Teacher The Opposite of Instinct Hello, This Is Your Captain Speaking Tracking Triggers Always Read the Label Words of Wisdom Interpersonal Inventory 2 HEALTHY OR HURTFUL ? Revisiting Your Values The Habit of Gratitude Focus on Function First Highway Driving No Longer in Service Putting Values to Work Relationship Roadmap Dance Like Everyone is Watching Familiarity is Not Always Your Friend Out of Time 3 CHANGING UNHEALTHY HABITS AND PATTERNS Goals: A Trilogy Prioritize Your Plan Moods Are Not Goals No Shaming in Maintaining Meaningful Modification Put it on Repeat Less Is More A Chain Reaction Likelihood of Change Exposing Emotions Feel Your Feelings 4 MAINTENANCE STAGE All the World’s a Stage Overcoming Obstacles Remember the Routine The Impossibility of Inconsistency Take Control of the Chaos Becoming Boundaried Push Pull Pushback to the Pushback Pitfalls and Triggers If at First You Don’t Succeed Control What You Create Remember the Why Conclusion References Resources Acknowledgments About the Author

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Book Synopsis A smart, sexy guide to embracing the repressed, tabooed, and often unwanted aspects of ourselves so we can discover our inner power and finally live the life we deserve. “We always get exactly what we want; but often, though we may not be aware of it, what we most want is dark—very dark.” Each of us has a dual nature: we are light (conscious) and dark (unconscious). The dark side of our personality—the “other,” the shadow side—is made up of what we think is our primitive, primal, negative impulses—our “existential kink.” Our existential kink also drives the dark or negative repeating patterns in our life: always choosing the abusive partner or boss, settling for less, thinking that we’re undeserving, not worthy. But it also is the source of our greatest power. In Existential Kink, Carolyn Elliott, PhD, offers a truth-telling guide for bringing our shadow into the light. Inviting us to make conscious the unconscious, Elliott asks us to own the subconscious pleasure we get from the stuck, painful patterns of our existence. Existential Kink provides practical advice and meditations so we truly see our shadow side’s “guilty pleasures,” love and accept them, and integrate them into our whole being. By doing so, Elliott shows, we bring to life the raw, hot, glorious power we all have to get what we really want in our lives.

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Book SynopsisCurvy Girl Sex provides tried and tested methods, positions, and sex hacks for plus-sized lovers of all types, and does it all in an empowering, body-positive light. Who says you have to be a size 6 to have the best sex of your life? Curvy Girl Sex is here to show you that regardless of size, shape, or flexibility you CAN get creative and have satisfying, sultry, sensual sex! Sex educator Elle Chase covers sex positions from basic to advanced in this new guide for plus-sized lovers. Elle covers specific challenges faced as plus-sized people, and provides precise, body positive tips, tricks and techniques that cater to your big, beautiful body. Curvy Girl Sex also features sections on which sex toys on the market that are best for a woman of size, the one unexpected item in just about every home that's just waiting to be used to enhance sex sessions, tried and tested methods and positions to make curvy girls quiver, and loads of "sex hacks".

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Book SynopsisNo Meat Athlete is the plant-based guide you need to perform at your very best, no matter where you are on your fitness journey. Combining proven training plans, easy yet innovative recipes, and motivational stories into a unique fitness guide, healthy-living cookbook, and nutrition primer, No Meat Athlete is perfect for all athletes, from beginner to elite, who want to enjoy the health benefits of a meatless lifestyle. Veganism, already a top food trend and diet, is taking off in the sports world. The lifestyle has been adopted by Olympians, body builders, and boxers, as well as top athletes in the NBA and NFL. Hollywood is on board, too. James Cameron (director of Avatar and Titanic) has produced a film on the topic called The Gamechangers, which follows vegan athletes, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, US Olympian Kendrick James Farris, and surfer Tia Blanco. In No Meat Athlete, author, blogger, and hundred-mile ultramarathoner Matt Frazier will show you the many benefits to embracing a plant-based athletic lifestyle, including: Weight loss, which often leads to increased speed Easier digestion and faster recovery after workouts Improved energy levels to help not only athletic performance, but your daily life Reduced impact on the planet In this revised and updated edition, you’ll also find new recipes, advice, and an all-new 12-week strength training plan designed to improve your overall fitness. Section I of the book provides practical advice for transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle, while ensuring you are getting all the nutrition you need. In Section II, Matt delivers training manuals of his own design for runners of all ability levels and ambitions, including tips for creating healthy habits, improving performance, and avoiding injuries. No Meat Athlete is your road map to top-notch performance, the plant-based way! Table of ContentsForeword by Brendan Brazier Introduction How adopting a plant-based diet might just make you a better athlete, my story of qualifying for the Boston Marathon six months after I became a vegetarian, and how to use this book Section I: How Plant-Based Nutrition Can Work for Athletes [updated advice and sections added] Chapter 1: Food and Nutrition Philosophy (When Did Eating Become so Complicated?)What’s wrong with our modern attitude toward food and what we can do to fix it Chapter 2: Getting Started: Creating a Healthy, Plant-based Eating HabitHow to use the tools of habit to make a healthy diet last; a simple approach to eating right without counting calories or following complicated rules Chapter 3: An In-Depth Guide to Plant-based Nutrition for SportsGuidelines for getting everything you need to fuel your active lifestyle Chapter 4: In the Kitchen: Basic Cooking Skills to Save You Time, Energy, and EmbarrassmentHealthy, plant-based eating starts with getting into the kitchen—a quick-start guide to cooking fast, delicious meals Chapter 5: Recipes to Fuel Plant-Based Athletes (and their Families, too!) [10 new recipes added]57 recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, snacks, and sports Section II: Running on Plants [updated advice and sections added] Chapter 6: How You Can Learn to Love RunningThe reasons that make running one of the best sports for getting in shape—and staying that way for life Chapter 7: How to Make Running a HabitCreating the running habit and the simplest approach to running safely and efficiently Chapter 8: Taking It to the Next Level with Advanced Training TechniquesWorkouts for serious training and workout-specific nutrition guidelines Chapter 9: The No Meat Athlete 12-Week Strength Plan [This is an all-new chapter.]Increase your overall athletic fitness with this 12-week strength program, created by vegan bodybuilder Robert Cheeke Chapter 10: Training for Your First (or Your Fastest) Race Running gets fun when you sign up for your first race; specific training plans for 5K, 10K, and half-marathon

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