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The Whartons' Stretch Book: Featuring the Break-through Method of Active-Isolated Stretching (Paperback)

by Jim Wharton (Author), Phil Wharton (Author)

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Paperback: 253 pages
Publisher: Times Books; 1 edition (31 Jul 1996)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0812926234
ISBN-13: 978-0812926231
Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 18.6 x 1.4 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Impractical lower body exercises. Lack of objectivity!, 14 Nov 1999

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Not a great book especially for those working the sports industry. This book's source is physiotherapy but not practical application from a coaches point of view. No mentioning what so ever on different research points inthe last 15 years. Upper body positions more useful than lower body position in the book. The stretches may work, but if they are the best way to stretch and the safest way is questionable, as it would be in any stretching guide. We need more objective books that leave decisions on which way and how long to stretch to the users. Someting like the now unfortunately dated Bob Andersons Stretching Bible of the day.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Too long, no stretch felt., 2 Jun 2000

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I bought this book on the strength of the reviews, but am confused now as to their reasoning. The 2 sec theory doesn't allow me to feel a deep stretch in the muscles, or safely push the limits. The number of stretches take toooo long to be practical for anyone, with the sad result that I feel I haven't stretched my body as completely (especially legs) as with the 'old fashioned' martial arts stretches. I presumed I must be doing something wrong, and queried the authors website, with no reply. I will now return this book and try Thomas Kurz's Stretching Scientifically.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic program that will improve your health for life, 17 Oct 1997

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This principles of active isolated stretching, outlined in this book, have greatly improved the quality of my life. I was in miserable condition with many back, hip, and leg problems that developed through years of overtraining in bodybuilding and triathlon competition. I tried sports medicine, chiropractic, physical therapy -- with only minimal relief from constant pain and stiffness. By applying the Wharton's principles of active isolated stretching, I can now run again and participate in grueling martial arts training -- all without injury. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to improve their sports performance or wants to rehabilitate their injuries so they can "get out on the road again!"

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4.0 out of 5 stars Give Credit Where Credit Is Due
I learned AIS from a 2 day hands on course from Aaron Mattis, the author and Inventor of AIS. He developed the techniques found in this book, and should be given full credit... Read more

Published on 19 Aug 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Arron Mattes set the stage and the Wharton's put on the play
Having studied with Arron Mattes I have used Active Isolated stretching for over 10 years, both personally and in my massage therapy practice. I find this book great. Read more

Published on 8 Aug 1999

1.0 out of 5 stars Giving credit where credit is due
Although I think the Wharton's are knowledgable and write a user friendly book, they did not invent Active Isolated Stretching. Read more

Published on 3 Jul 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Stretching Technique Around
First off, let me say that the book pays for itself before it even gets to the stretches. It begins by debunking 12 myths of fitness (many of which I swore by), and provides... Read more

Published on 11 April 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful new approach to successful flexibility
In summer of '97, I was fortunate enough to take the stretch class with the Whartons at a dance convention in Chicago. Read more

Published on 19 Mar 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars The best stretching routine I've ever found
I'm 41 years old. In just 4 weeks I went from moaning and groaning when I bend over, to now sitting on the floor and touching my head to my knees. Read more

Published on 25 Dec 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars This book has saved my lower back
I am currently thirty-seven years old and have always considered myself to be an athletic person. I enjoy weightlifting, running, tennis, basketball, and softball but golf is... Read more

Published on 29 Jul 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Very effective book!!
My name is Jason CErge and I am a certified flexibility technician in Active Isolated Stretching under the tootelage of Jim and Phil Wharton themselves, and I must say that this... Read more

Published on 27 April 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tension buster
The stretching routine will help your relieve pain from tension.

Published on 2 Mar 1998

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