Stretching, 20th anniversary revised edition by bob. Bob anderson has 124 books on goodreads with 3388 ratings. Like most people who are into physical fitness i had read bob anderson s classic book on stretching many years ago. Will include dust jacket if it originally came with one. The book stretchingwas first published in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. Stretching bob anderson stretching is an excellent reference for any athletes bookshelf.
This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to people. The 1975 volume features commentary by bob and illustrations by jean. Publication date 2010 topics stretching exercises publisher bolinas, calif. Stretching by bob anderson meet your next favorite book. The book also includes tips on creating an ergonomic workstation. Stretching at your computer or desk has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Stretching for everyday fitness and for running, tennis. It features stretching routines specific to a variety of people, including sports enthusiasts, travelers, children, gardeners, and people in wheelchairs.
Bob anderson includes fulllength stretching practices as well as abbreviated versions for those on the go. If you stretch in the right way no bouncing, no pain, youll feel better. Stretching forces you to move the joint and tendons through their full. May 20, 2020 bob and jean anderson still stress the benefits of staying in shape 45 years after selfpublishing their book, stretching. Here are a few light muscle stretching exercises from fourtime mr. End stiffness with this workbook that provides simple stretching routines to make hightech life healthier. Stretching, 30th anniversary revised edition by bob anderson. Stretching has 5 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Stretching at your computer or desk has 2 available editions to buy at half price books. Limber joins and muscles recover more quickly after strenuous activity, are less likely to be injured in an accident, and heal faster when you do get hurt.
Stretchinghas since sold over two million copies in the usa and has been published in 24 foreign editions worldwide. Lower back tension stretches bob anderson, arthritis, stretching, workouts, relax. This book had a stretch for any possible activity even sitting at a desk and makes it super convenient. Wish i could personally give bob and jean anderson my thanks. Since then, the idea of physical exercises has changed significantly, though still maintaining the. In 1980 shelter publications revised and published stretching random house, the distributor and since then stretching has sold over three million copies in the u. Stretching by bob anderson paperback, 175 pages, published 1980, later printing edition isbn10. He started running february 16, 1962 and has been running for 56 years. Buy a cheap copy of stretching book by bob anderson.
Highly recommended to anyone young or old to stay limber and flexible and avoid muscle strains and injury. Apr 06, 2010 bob anderson is the worlds most popular stretching authority. Esther gokhales book on good posture is good reading. Stretching, 30th anniversary revised edition by bob. The stretches, with bulleted instructions for each stretch. Awesomenice new balance womens running shoe new balance women. See all books authored by bob anderson, including stretching, and getting back in shape. Bob anderson includes full length stretching practices as well as abbreviated versions for those. Consult a podiatrist if possible, about which shoes are best for you.
Bob anderson born december 28, 1947 in manhattan, kansas is an american runner, photographer, publisher and film producer. Stretching is the most famous fitness book of all times. My physical therapist was very impressed with this book and its size. I dont know if these are all good, but i am aware of the following books and videotapes about stretching.
Stretching by bob anderson 2000, trade paperback, revised. Booktopia has stretching, 30th anniversary revised edition by bob anderson. Buy a cheap copy of stretching, 20th anniversary revised edition by bob anderson 0936070226 9780936070223 a gently used book at a great low price. Here is the about the authors section from stretching. Italian paperback april 5, 2018 by bob anderson author 4. The book stretching was first published in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. Buy stretching pocket book edition 1 poc by bob anderson, jean anderson isbn. Anyways, sweet book would low key read it just for fun. Stretching in the office book by bob anderson 1 available.
Biblekeys to the inner universegalloways book on runningstretchingthe whartons stretch bookthe. Many stretching techniques are being used for hamstrings flexibility. Here are pages 58 and 59 from our fitness book, stretching in the office by bob anderson and illustrated by jean anderson. The genius in the book is the use of clear line drawings to which readers relate as opposed to photos. Stretching and flexibility references on stretching. Go to the previous, next chapter references on stretching. Could not have asked for a better more complete book. In 1984, bob anderson sold runners world to robert rodale of rodale press, who moved the editorial offices to emmaus, pennsylvania. Stretching by bob anderson 2010, trade paperback, anniversary. She developed a system of shooting photos of bob doing the stretches, then making clear ink drawings of each stretch position. Bob and his wife jean first published a homemade version of stretching. Stretching book by bob anderson 5 available editions. For more than 75 years, footwear news has been the shoe authority.
Stretching has since sold over two million copies in the usa and has been published in 24 foreign editions worldwide. If you run, play other sports, or just sit at a desk all day, stretching helps protect you from injury and dissipates tension, says bob anderson in his definitive book. Bob anderson was born in 1945 in fullerton, california and is a graduate of california state university at long beach, with a lifetime teaching credential in physical education. See more ideas about bob anderson, stretches for flexibility, stretch routine. The drawings were done by jean, based on photos she took of bob doing the. Stretching first appeared in 1980 as a new generation of americans became committed to running, cycling, aerobic training, and workouts in the gym which all seem commonplace now.
Stretching has been selling steadily for over 30 years. Stretching is in vogue, but care must be taken chicago tribune. The same foot plant over and over, especially in the sa. With twocolor inks to better define the muscle groups, this book is easy to navigate. Now after twentyone years and with many other books on the market, it has become the most widelyused and recommended book. Bob anderson books list of books by author bob anderson. You paused for a second to do this with a yawn after waking up in the morning. See more ideas about bob anderson, stretches for flexibility, pre workout stretches. Stretching first appeared in 1980 as a new generation of americans became committed to running, cycling, aerobic training, and workouts in the gym all of which are commonplace now. She began running and cycling and stretching with bob in 1970. I recommend following the programs outlined in bob andersons book call stretching. Stretching pocket book by bob anderson 2015, trade. Now after twentyone years and with many other books on the market, it has become the most widelyused and recommended book on stretching and its popularity continues to grow each year. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Comparison of immediate effects between two medical stretching. Stretching is the most popular fitness book in the world, having sold over 334 million copies in 40 years. Easytofollow instructions and line drawings accompany each stretch. Bob anderson is the worlds most popular stretching authority.
This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to. It is very important to read pages 12, how to stretch. Stretching 40th anniversary edition shelter publications. Thank you bob anderson for your simple to follow stretching books. She was able to tag the stretches that were perfect for my situationinjury. Bob and his wife jean first published a homemade version of stretching in a garage in southern california in 1975. Cart hello select your address best sellers todays deals new releases electronics books customer service gift ideas home. For over 35 years, bob has taught millions of people his simple approach to stretching. The drawings were done by jean, based on photos she took of bob doing the stretches. This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers recommend for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to people just starting to get back in shape. One of the alltime best selling books on stretching is called stretching by bob anderson. The book stretching was first selfpublished by bob and jean anderson in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. Palmer lake couple wrote the book on stretching thetribune.
The book was born out of the desire to offer americans a chance to practice several forms of exercises in the 70s. Now that i am at an advanced age with some medical issues and cannot do many of the standing stretches except in the pool and decided to purchase this excellent 101 page soft cover stretching in the office by bob anderson, illustrated by jean anderson book. Bob anderson includes fulllength stretching practices as well as. This new and revised 20th anniversary edition includes 25 new exercises and updated information about the benefits of stretching. Stretching book by bob anderson 5 available editions half. This first section is an introduction to stretching. Bob anderson biography publishers of high quality books and. Pmc, all databases, assembly, biocollections, bioproject, biosample, biosystems, books, clinvar.
Expanding his publishing pursuits, anderson put out the home medical book series. This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals. Cycling stretches c1999 by bob anderson, illustrated by jean anderson. Bob anderson biography publishers of high quality books. Buy a discounted paperback of stretching online from australias leading online bookstore. Stretching at your computer or desk book by bob anderson. Sep 29, 2000 buy stretching 20th anniversary ed by bob anderson isbn. Cart hello select your address best sellers todays. Bob anderson stretching da09a8d49dbc868edb089445e72c75ea.
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