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46) Exercise
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"This photo-illustrated book for beginning readers introduces the benefits of exercise, lists different ways to get exercise, and discusses its place in a healthy lifestyle. Includes picture glossary and index"--
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"Will Kitty find her perfect sport? Kitty is terribly out of shape--she can barely torment Puppy without need a break to huff and puff! When Kitty's owner catches her wheezing, Kitty is told it's time to EXERCISE! It takes some serious convincing, a high-stakes competition, and a little bit of trickery, but eventually Kitty gets into the competitive spirit...albeit reluctantly. Well, what did you expect?"--Back cover.
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"A new inspirational and practical fitness book by celebrity trainer and bestselling author, Chris Powell, known to an audience of millions from the first and second seasons of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition." His carb cycling plan and inspiring training techniques are taken to a new level in CHOOSE MORE, LOSE MORE FOR LIFE as Powell--who understands that the journey toward fitness can plateau if one becomes bored or feels limited--provides...
51) Stretching
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"10 new stretching routines for office workers and computer operators; tips on office ergonomics and preventing repetitive stress injuries; description of 4 types of stretching, including dynamic stretching for athletes."
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At one point or another, nearly every person who works out wonders: Am I doing this right? Which class is best? Do I work out enough? Answering those questions and more, The First 20 Minutes helps both weekend warriors dedicated to their performance and readers who simply want to get and stay fit gain the most from any workout.With the latest findings about the mental and physical benefits of exercise, personal stories from scientists and laypeople...
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"Certified yoga instructor Jennifer Cohen Harper introduces Little Flower Yoga for Kids, a fun and unique program that combines yoga and mindfulness in an easy-to-read book. This program is designed especially for parents and kids, and is aimed at teaching children to pay attention, increase focus, and balance their emotions--all while building physical strength and flexibility. Based on a growing body of evidence that yoga and mindfulness practices...
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"Improve Your Strength and Body Composition with 3 Types of Resistance Bands! This is your one-stop-shop for anyone who wants to improve their strength and body composition without having to purchase a gym membership. Fitness coach and author Karina Inkster will teach you about the overall benefits of strength training, and resistance bands in particular. You'll learn how to choose resistance bands, how to use them at home with a door anchor, and...
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Medical studies show that the ancient practice of tai chi is powerfully effective in promoting health, fitness and relaxation. It is suitable for almost everyone and can be practiced almost anywhere. What's more, it's an enjoyable exercise. In Tai Chi for Beginners and the 24 Forms, Dr. Paul Lam and Nancy Kaye demonstrate what tai chi is, what it can do for you, how to prepare for it, and how to put it into practice. With easy-to-follow instructions...
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"Radical in its simplicity, Dr. Eric Goodman's visionary approach to mindful movement corrects the complacent adaptations that lead to back and joint pain, and teaches us to harness the body's natural movement patterns into daily activities to make us fit, healthy, and pain free. Our sedentary lifestyle has led to an epidemic of chronic pain. By adapting to posture and movement that have us out of balance--including sitting all day at a keyboard,...
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"If you want to gain insight into the mind of great athletes, adventurers, and peak performers then prepare to be enthralled byAlex Hutchinson'sEndure."--Bear Grylls From the National Magazine Award-winning Runner's World columnist, frequent New Yorker online contributor, and Cambridge-trained physicist: a fascinating and definitive exploration of the revolutionary new science ofendurance and the secrets ofhuman performance. Alex Hutchinson, Ph.D.,revealswhy...