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Resistance Band Workbook: Illustrated Step-By-Step Guide to Stretching, Strengthening and Rehabilitative Techniques

Resistance Band Workbook: Illustrated Step-By-Step Guide to Stretching, Strengthening and Rehabilitative Techniques

Table of Contents: Part 1. Overview -- Introduction -- What Is Resistance Training? -- Why Train with Bands? -- Choosing a Band -- Before You Begin -- Part 2. The...

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Ulysses Press

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Table of Contents:
Part 1. Overview -- Introduction -- What Is Resistance Training? -- Why Train with Bands? -- Choosing a Band -- Before You Begin -- Part 2. The Programs -- How to Use This Book -- Level 1. Getting Started -- Level 2. Growing Strong -- Level 3. Advanced -- Super Fit -- Baseball/Softball -- Basketball -- Biking/Cycling -- Bowling -- Golf -- Jogging/Walking/Hiking -- Skiing -- Swimming -- Tennis -- Arthritis -- Back Pain -- Hip Issues -- Knee Issues -- Osteoporosis -- Shoulder Issues -- Wrist Issues -- Diabetes -- High Blood Pressure -- Breathing Conditions -- Sarcopenia -- Part 3. The Exercises -- Upper Body Series -- Pull-Down -- Flye -- Reverse Flye -- Horizontal Chest Press -- Incline Chest Press -- Frontal Raise -- Lateral Raise -- Shoulder Press -- Sword Fighter -- Downward Sword Fighter -- Long Row -- Upright Row -- Bike Pump -- Archery Pull -- Triceps Extension -- Horizontal Triceps Extension -- Chair Dip -- Lawnmower Pull -- Trombone Press -- Shrug -- Biceps Curl -- Reverse Curl -- Forearm Flexion & Extension -- Wrist Fold -- Racehorse -- Lower Body Series -- Gas Pedal -- Leg Press -- Squat -- Squat Shuffle -- Forward Lunge -- Side Step -- Leg Curl -- Leg Abduction -- Hip Extension -- Core Series -- Chair Sit-Up -- Half Sit-Up -- Reverse Wood Chop -- Side Bend -- Crescent Moon -- Pelvic Lift -- Push-Up -- Attachment Series -- Rotator Cuff-Internal Rotation -- Rotator Cuff-External Rotation -- Long Row -- Lat Pull-Down -- Chest Flye -- Leg Abduction -- Leg Adduction -- Leg Curl -- Hip Extension -- Torso Rotation -- Ball & Band Series -- Chest Press on Ball -- Bench Press on Ball -- Upright Flye on Ball -- Reclining Flye on Ball -- Dumbbells & Band Series -- Chest Press with Dumbbells & Band -- Chest Flye with Dumbbells & Band -- Lateral Raise with Dumbbells & Band -- Frontal Raise with Dumbbells & Band -- Biceps Curl with Dumbbells & Band -- Warm-Ups & Stretches -- Windmill -- Elbow Touch -- Shoulder Box -- Choker -- Lying Knee to Chest -- Sit & Reach -- Rear Calf Stretch -- Gas Pedal -- Twister -- Side Bend -- Rock 'n' Roll -- Head Tilt -- Tennis Watcher -- Index -- Acknowledgments -- About the Author.

Brief Description:
"First used in physical therapy to introduce low-intensity strength training for rehabilitating patients, today bands come in all levels of resistance and are perfect for targeting and working every major muscle group." --Amazon.com.

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Description for Sales People:

  • Illustrates 100 exercises and stretches with over 150 step-by-step photos

  • Includes a variety of exercises for all levels of injury and rehab as well as a plan for maintaining long term health to prevent re-injury

  • Author is the author of several respected and well-reviewed rehab books


  • Biographical Note:
    Dr. Karl Knopf has been involved in the health and fitness of older adults and the disabled for more than 40 years. During this time he has worked in almost every aspect of the industry, from personal training and therapy to consultation.

    While at Foothill College, Karl was the coordinator of the Adaptive Fitness Technician Program and Lifelong Learning Institute. He taught disabled students and undergraduates about corrective exercise. In addition to teaching, Karl developed the "Fitness Educators of Older Adults Association" to guide trainers of older adults. Currently, Karl is a director at the International Sports Science Association and is on the advisory board of PBS's Sit and Be Fit show.

    In his spare time he has spoken at conferences, authored many articles, and written numerous books on topics ranging from water workouts to fitness therapy. He was a frequent guest on both radio and print media on issues pertaining to senior fitness and the disabled.

    Publisher Marketing:
    Learn how to get fit while preventing injury using versatile resistance bands to build muscle, increase range of motion and balance with targeted, step-by-step workouts.First used in physical therapy to introduce low-intensity strength training for rehabilitating patients, today bands come in all levels of resistance and are perfect for targeting and working every major muscle group. Using this simple device, you can:

    - Increase Strength
    - Improve Balance
    - Reduce Lower Back Pain
    - Rehabilitate Injuries


    Resistance Band Workbook offers more than 70 safe, effective exercises paired with clear captions and step- by-step photos that can be done practically anywhere, anytime. In addition, special programs will enhance your daily life, whether you're looking to revamp your physique, elevate your sports performance or simply improve functional fitness.


    Contributor Bio:Knopf, Karl
    Dr. Karl Knopf has been involved in the health and fitness of older adults and the disabled for more than forty years. During this time he has worked in almost every aspect of the industry, from personal training and therapy to consultation.

    While at Foothill College, Karl was the coordinator of the Adaptive Fitness Technician Program and Lifelong Learning Institute. He taught disabled students and undergraduates about corrective exercise. In addition to teaching, Karl developed the "Fitness Educators of Older Adults Association" to guide trainers of older adults. Currently Karl is a director at the International Sports Science Association and is on the advisory board of PBS's Sit and Be Fit show.

    In his spare time he has spoken at conferences, authored many articles, and written numerous books on topics ranging from water workouts to fitness therapy. He was a frequent guest on both radio and print media on issues pertaining to senior fitness and the disabled.


    Author: Knopf, Karl
    Publisher: Ulysses Press
    Binding: Paperback
    Pub Date: 2013-04-09
    BISAC: Health & Fitness|Exercise|Stretching|Sports & Recreation|Equipment & Supplies
    Subjects: Stretching exercises|Exercise|Isometric exercise
    Weight: 0.55 lbs
    ISBN: 9781612431710
    ASIN: -
    SKU: SP-9781612431710

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