Strong Women, Strong Backs Everything You Need to Know to Prevent, Treat, and Beat Back Pain |
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Author:
| Nelson, Miriam E. Lindner, Lawrence |
ISBN: | 978-0-399-53360-0 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2007 |
Publisher: | Penguin Publishing Group
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Imprint: | Perigee Trade |
Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $13.95 |
Book Description:
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From the bestselling author of the
Strong Womenseries comes an indispensable resource for a strong and pain-free back.
In this accessible guide, trusted women's health author and exercise physiologist Miriam E. Nelson presents the information every woman needs to know to maintain a healthy back. Complete with clear explanations, practical advice, and lively anecdotes from women who have benefited from this simple and effective program, this book reveals-
From the bestselling author of the
Strong Womenseries comes an indispensable resource for a strong and pain-free back.
In this accessible guide, trusted women's health author and exercise physiologist Miriam E. Nelson presents the information every woman needs to know to maintain a healthy back. Complete with clear explanations, practical advice, and lively anecdotes from women who have benefited from this simple and effective program, this book reveals-
- The most common causes of back pain in women
- How stress and other emotional factors play a key role
- A straightforward exercise program to improve flexibility, strength, and aerobic fitness-designed specifically for women
- What you need to know to create a back-friendly home and office
- Explanations of the medical options available - and how to know when they might be necessary