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by Bob Anderson (Author) "In the following section (pp. 26-103) are all the stretches in the book, with instructions for each position ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 223 pages
  • Publisher: Shelter Publications Inc.,U.S.; 20th anniversary ed edition (29 Sep 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0936070226
  • ISBN-13: 978-0936070223
  • Product Dimensions: 27.4 x 21.1 x 1.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
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Stretching is the vital link between the sedentary life and the active life. Stretching helps reverse the "creeping rigor mortis" of getting older.

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Stretching is recommended for just about every sport and activity.
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A very flexible book., 26 Sep 2008
I liked this book on stretching for several reasons. The first is its simplicity. The pictures and instructions are very straightforward, making it quite easy to do basic stretches. Stretches are given for just about every muscle and limb you'd ever want to stretch and the author has even included some suggested stretching routines for various sports. Whether you're a competetive athlete, business person or housewife, I feel that this is book will have something to offer everyone making it a very handy and "flexible" book. Also recommend The 5-Minute Plantar Fasciitis Solution for those who suffer from foot pain.
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32 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars If you do sport - you must own this book!, 20 Aug 2002
This review is from: Stretching (Pelham practical sports) (Paperback)
This book is great. I used to go to yoga classes, primarily because I was interested in the stretching exercises. But time and time again I'd wake up the next day sore of with pulled muscles. I tried lots of classes - all the same. Then a gymnast friend showed me some stretches and I did those. Then I saw a review of this book in a cycling magazine. It was described as 'the bible' of stretching. I bought it right away and have been stretching since. Bob Anderson's approach to stretching is spot on. He warns of the dangers of over-stretching and points out how even most athletes don't stretch correctly. Now I'm addicted to stretching and feel much much better for it. If you do sport (or even if you don't) you NEED this book.
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Stretching without any warm up!!!!!, 2 May 1999
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This book, written by the expert Bob Anderson, is a great guide to stretching. You will learn stretching exercises for every part of your body. All exercises in this book are easy to perform and increase flexibility, well being and gives you firm muscles. You can do them without any warm up!!!

This book is my favorite. I use this type of stretcihg every day , and have seen a great and fast improvement. I can do splits now and my body feels great!!! This book is a best seller and is highly recomended!!!!

By the way: I will also recomending "Stretching Scientifically" and "The New York City Ballet Workout"

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4.0 out of 5 stars Stretching
Good well laid out book, describing different stretches for various types of sport. Overall a very good book
Published 3 months ago by Mr. Peter R. Hill

5.0 out of 5 stars Best way to keep fit S T R E T C H I N G
This book has every stretch you can imaging, this book will tell you how to stretch muscles you never knew you had he he. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr. Peter Metcalf

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
This is a brilliant book to work from. It has clear diagrams, informative and precise instructions and many different routines for both everyday and specific sports activity. Read more
Published on 15 Feb 2007 by Spider Monkey

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
This is a brilliant book to work from. It has clear diagrams, informative and precise instructions and many different routines for both everyday and specific sports activity. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2006 by Spider Monkey

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
I have to say I found this book very disappointing. There's nothing on the theory or science of stretching, which I would expect in a book dedicated to the subject. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 2004 by johnny_boy

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
I've purchased several books on stretching. My flexibility is pretty poor. This book is at the top of the pile. There's not too much science. Read more
Published on 31 May 2004 by Dominic Batstone

5.0 out of 5 stars Stretching (Pelham Practical Sports
HI this a fantastic book, i highly recomend this book for anybody wanting to improve there stretching. Read more
Published on 3 May 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars This book has changed my life!
Only thirty and with grumbling joints, I groaned when I sat down, and groaned when I stood up. I had to give up running in my early twenties due to the pains in my hips. Read more
Published on 14 Mar 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent reference manual on how to stretch.
The diagrams in this book are clear and easy to follow with a commentary on "do's and don't's" along with hints and tips. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2002 by Richard Leake

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and Informative. Great book for your collection.
This book is a big must for anyone who cares or is starting to care for there body.
Stretching is a must in everyday life, and this book is simple to understand thanks to... Read more
Published on 12 Aug 2002

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