Physical Movement

A comprehensive resource for yoga teachers, pilates instructors, and movement therapists--exercises, ergonomic adjustments, and daily-living activities for back pain, scoliosis, disc disease, and 18 other spinal conditions Safe Movement for All Spines is an essential guide for all movement...

A Guide to Better Movement offers a clear and practical look at emerging science related to the brain's role in movement and pain. It is written for movement professionals, athletes, chronic pain sufferers, and anyone else interested in moving better and feeling better.

One of our leading experts on the brain and #1 New York Times bestselling author explores how chronic physical and emotional pain are both rooted in your brain’s wiring, leaving you stuck in the doom loop and how you can break free to heal from the ""doom loop"" and reclaim a vibrant...

For nearly 20 years, sleep-deprived Americans have found natural, drug-free relief from insomnia with the help of Dr. Gregg D. Jacobs' Say Good Night to Insomnia. In this updated edition, Jacobs surveys the limitations and dangers of the new generation of sleeping pills, dispels misleading and confusing claims about sleep and health, and shares cutting-edge research on insomnia that proves his approach is more effective than sleeping pills.

Physical therapy practice requires a deep understanding of movement, function, and the systems that support human performance. Conquer the NPTE-PT Exam provides focused coverage of core physical therapy concepts across examination, diagnosis, intervention, and professional practice. This guide emphasizes how physiologic, neurologic, and musculoskeletal systems interact to shape functional movement. The book explores assessment principles that guide clinical reasoning, including movement observation, functional testing, and pattern recognition across body systems. Topics include ...

Most wellness advice demands an hour you don't have, equipment you don't own, or motivation that disappeared years ago. This solution-packed short book takes a radically different approach. Small movements practiced throughout your day create profound changes without ever setting foot in a gym. Two minutes here. Thirty seconds there. Ancient wisdom meets modern science in routines so simple they seem laughable until you feel the results.

While Parkinson’s Disease can be debilitating, there is plenty of compelling data to show that exercise is one of the best ways of managing PD symptoms. Studies show that regular exercise can improve gait, grip, balance, stability, strength, and motor control in the PD client. In addition, this improvement in movement and mobility helps to reduce falls, injuries, and various other complications of the disease in the PD client.

Are you ready to move beyond quick fixes and discover a proven path to long-lasting strength, mobility, and healing? The Power of Somatic Exercises is your guide to reconnecting with your body, reducing stress, and improving the way you move, feel, and live. This audiobook combines the science of somatic movement with practical, easy-to-follow routines designed to help you relieve chronic pain, stiffness, and tension.

Born blind and declared incurably blind after a series of childhood operations left him with only a slight ability to discern light and shadow, Meir Schneider remained convinced that his handicap was not permanent. As a teenager, he began work with two teachers who gave him exercises and techniques to reverse his blindness. Within four years, he had gained a remarkable degree of vision and begun to develop a system of therapeutic exercise combining movement, breathing, and mental imagery.

Celebrity trainer and goop expert Lauren Roxburgh's program that uses pelvic floor strength to release stress, fortify the body, and treat the physical and mental origins of tension. Chances are your body feels some form of stress every day, whether it's inflammation, bloating, tension...

In Stroke Recovery, Regaining Arm Movement, Tracy share illustrations of the many muscles in the body that participate in the movements of the arm and exercises. In Stroke Recovery Regaining Arm Movement, Tracy brings hope, knowledge, and exercises that can assist a survivor in the healing of their arm, hand, and fingers. In many cases, stroke recovery patients do not receive enough physical therapy to help them reach the full potential in their stroke recovery. This leaves many stroke survivors seeking help from other sources, such as personal trainers, Pilates teachers, and other ...

The Complete Senior Fitness Compilation Essential Chair Exercises with Supplemental Wall Pilates for Over 60 Who says fitness after 60 can't be fun, effective, and accessible for EVERYONE? Rediscover the joy of movement and celebrate what your body CAN do with exercises designed specifically for your changing needs! Transform your fitness journey with this comprehensive two-book bundle centered on chair exercises with supplemental Wall Pilates designed specifically for seniors. Discover the perfect balance of accessibility and challenge with this thoughtfully curated fitness compilation ...

You might not have heard of misophonia, but if you are often infuriated by the sound of chewing, breathing, snoring, a clock ticking, or any other specific trigger, you may have experienced it. In fact, it’s thought that one in five of us have it. Sounds Like Misophonia addresses what the condition is, how it manifests, and provides a guide to managing it. By clinical psychologist Dr Jane Gregory, this is the first practical self-help book to make sense of the condition, and help you design your own treatment plan tailored to your unique experience.

For many young people, physical education is more a source of stress than enjoyment—often marked by anxiety, frustration, and disengagement. When PE becomes overly focused on sport performance or rigid teaching methods, it can alienate students and create lasting negative associations with physical activity. From PE Dread to Delight challenges this narrative. This practical and inspiring guide explores how PE can be transformed into an inclusive, engaging, and meaningful experience for every student. Drawing on the expertise of leading practitioners as well as renowned PE researchers, the...

If you struggle with stiff joints, poor balance, or weakness, this doctor-designed chair yoga guide can help you move confidently and safely—starting at the right level for your body. Written by a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 23 years of clinical experience, this book is designed specifically for seniors facing joint pain, arthritis, back issues, mobility loss, and joint replacements. Whether you're recovering, feeling discouraged, or afraid to move, this program meets you where you are—safely and effectively.

Biomechanics of Your Body, A Simplified Way to Learn Human Movement and Muscles easily teaches where a muscle attaches and what movements that muscle performs. Whether you are reaching out to learn more about muscles and movements of the human body for yourself, a class, or your profession, this book is for you. Knowledge is power. The more you know about your own body the better you can take care of it and make it stronger at any age. This book will answer many questions such as: What are the names of the muscles on the human body? What muscles perform which movements? What muscles extend ...

You’re getting through the day, but are you really living it? If you’ve ever felt foggy, drained, or just “off,” you’re not alone. Because we often prize productivity over well-being, too many of us are running on empty. But your success, focus, and happiness all depend on one vital thing: your energy. In Everyday Health and Energy, Ryan Franks reveals how to rebuild your physical, mental, and emotional energy from the ground up, without overhauling your entire life. Through the powerful yet practical MEDS formula—Meditation, Exercise, Diet, and Sleep—Franks shows how small, ...

Len Almond and Joy Butler were giants in the field of Physical Education pedagogy and especially in their advocacy for, and leadership of, the Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU) movement. Sadly, Len and Joy passed away within two years of each other. This book celebrates their work and their combined legacy, containing reprints of some of Len and Joy’s most influential articles and book chapters, in some cases with commentary from colleagues and in other cases standing alone. Other chapters in the book are commentaries provided by noted scholars who are particularly close to Len or ...

Transform Your Mind and Body: The Ultimate Guide to Mental Wellness Through Exercise In a world overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and burnout, exercise is your secret weapon—not just for physical fitness, but for unlocking mental resilience, clarity, and joy. How Exercise Transforms Mental Health isn’t about grueling workouts or unrealistic goals. It’s a science-backed, compassionate roadmap to building a sustainable relationship with movement that heals your mind as it strengthens your body. Discover how to: ✅ Rewire your brain chemistry with exercise—boost endorphins, dopamine, ...

Boldly claiming a space in which people with disabilities can be seen and heard as they are-not as others perceive them - About Us captures the voices of a community that has for too long been stereotyped and misrepresented. Speaking not only to those with disabilities, but also to their families, coworkers, and support networks, the authors in About Us offer intimate stories of how they navigate a world not built for them.