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| The Book of Exercise & Yoga for Those with Osteoporosis: Using Movement & Meditation for Better Bones, Balance, and Posture | 
 enlarge | Author: Lori Newell
Publisher: Sacred Space Health Center Inc.
Category: Book
List Price: $19.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 481005
Media: Plastic Comb
Pages: 182
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 10.8 x 9.2 x 0.6
ISBN: 0976588110
EAN: 9780976588115
ASIN: 0976588110
Publication Date: May 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
This first-of-a-kind book based on the author's experience outlines a comprehensive program specifically geared to those with osteoporosis. This book covers a wide range of movement therapies such as range of motion exercises, low to no-impact aerobics, strength training, yoga, and T'ai Chi. This book is unique in that it covers a wide range of techniques, which are specifically geared to, and have been proven helpful for, those with osteoporosis. The exercises are explained in detail utilizing safe body mechanics and most are illustrated in standing, standing holding onto a chair, and seated variations to accommodate a wide variety of abilities. This complete wellness program goes beyond the traditional exercise book offering information on home safety, fall prevention, activities of daily living, and body mechanics (including how to get up from the floor) as well as techniques to improve posture and balance. Each chapter includes brief explanations on how each movement technique physiologically affects the body and how they specifically help those with osteoporosis. The strength training chapter also includes simple muscle diagrams to educate readers about which muscle group(s) they are targeting. This book also provides information on stress management and provides instruction in four different relaxation/meditation techniques. If you are looking for a complete program to help you manage your symptoms and enhance your quality of life, then this book is for you.
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Book is exactly what it promises to be August 26, 2006
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I'm a yoga teacher who is starting to specialize in the elderly. Some of the books for balance and osteoporosis in particular are simply too advanced for the people who have the greatest need. All can benefit greatly from this book. But those who have had cancer, bone injuries or advanced osteoporosis often can't perform the exercises aimed at healthier and more fit people who are interested more in prevention.
This book has quite substantial sections offering a wide variety of exercises aimed at those with the most restricted movement as well as those ready for more challenging exercises. I was particularly pleased with those which could be performed from a chair.
This is a life-changing book. It strengthens muscle strength, improves balance and posture, so that they can be more mobile and lead more independent lives. They look better, feel better physically and emotionally. I'm convinced that these exercises can help prevent falls and serious injury, which can have such devastating consequences.
I can't recommend this book more.
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