Williams, Caroline

Summary: A veteran science journalist explores the latest research on the relationship between brain health and physical activity and discusses how the simplest movements can reactivate our bodies and help relieve anxiety and depression and improve memory and creativity.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Hanover Square Press 2022

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 612 WIL

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Reynolds, Gretchen.

Summary: Offers advice to casual and serious exercisers on the latest understandings about the mental and physical aspects of a fitness program, sharing recommendations for a range of exercise goals.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Hudson Street Press 2012

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7 REY

Tucker, Ross.

Summary: Uses new scientific research to challenge long-standing beliefs and suggest ways to increase oxygen delivery, improve physical condition, and reduce post-run soreness.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Rodale 2009

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7172 TUC

Bailey, Covert.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin 1991

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.71 BAI

Manocchia, Pat.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2008

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1 available in Adult, Call number: 613.7 Manoc

Bubbs, Marc

Summary: "Work smarter, not harder. The first guide to truly holistic health and fitness for those in their 40s From Tom Brady to Serena Williams, Tiger Woods and Roger Federer athletes are increasingly peaking later in their careers. Let Dr Marc Bubbs be your personal trainer in this accessible guide- aimed exclusively at those in their 40s. Create a customized program that works for YOU-from diet, to...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Chelsea Green Publishing 2021

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7 BUB

Alexander, Aaron

Summary: "Celebrity manual therapist and movement coach Aaron Alexander shows readers how posture and body alignment are powerful tools for building strength, achieving peak performance, reducing pain, and approaching the world with a new sense of confidence."--Amazon.com.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Grand Central Publishing 2019

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7 ALE

Barnett, Larkin.

Summary: "Principles of movement come alive through imagery and experiential anatomy for Pilates, sports, dance, gym workouts, and daily life."

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Publisher / Publication Date: FAP Books 2006

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Summary: Through a series of self-assessments, one will identify areas of improvement and establish a baseline for a training regimen. Then learn the exercises that are best for enhancing power in sport-specific movements starting with base-building exercises for developing basic strength and postural control, and advancing to a complex power program that combines resistance training and plyometrics.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Human Kinetics 2007

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.07 POW

Summary: Balance is the key factor in skill training programs and necessary for achieving optimal strength, flexibility, speed and stamina. This video presents assessment tests for finding imbalances in movement patterns and corrective exercises to improve mobility and stability. It also shows how to integrate these exercises into a total sports training program.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Human Kinetics 2005

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.711 ATH

Bowman, Katy

Summary: "In Move Your DNA, biomechanist Katy Bowman explains our deep need for movement - right down to the cellular level. She also addresses up-to-the-minute questions, including : Is sitting really the new smoking? Are standing workstations helpful or harmful? What's the safest way to move toward minimal shoes? Are Kegels and core exercises solving problems or creating them? Do we really need cardio...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Propriometrics Press 2014

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613 BOW

Fitzgerald, Matt

Summary: "Cutting-edge advice on how to achieve your personal best, for everyone from casual runners to ultramarathoners. In 80/20 Running, respected running and fitness expert Matt Fitzgerald introduced his revolutionary training program and explained why doing 80 percent of runs at a lower intensity and just 20 percent at a higher intensity is the best way for runners at all levels--as well as...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Berkley 2022

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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7 FIT

Deboo, Ed

Summary: "Staying strong and flexible becomes even more important as we age. This guide to exercise for seniors makes it easy to stay in motion with short and simple exercises you can do anytime and anywhere. With clear illustrations alongside step-by-step instructions from licensed physical therapist Ed Deboo, you'll learn how to build muscle mass, improve bone density, and feel great in only 10...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Callisto Publishing, an imprint of Sourcebooks 2024

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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7044 DEB