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An inspiring and thorough guide to the ultimate cross-training and fitness adventure. Here T. J. Murphy, a longtime triathlete and Editor-in-Chief of Triathlete Magazine, offers the aspiring triathlete a clear and simple pathway that will guide him or her toward experiencing the ultimate fitness lifestyle, culminating with the successful completion of a first triathlon. Beginning with the creation of an athlete's mindset, the author guides the reader through essential techniques for swimming, biking, and running, as well as topics such as nutrition, equipment, and racing. Readers will learn how to create a training schedule and eventually enter and participate in an entry-level triathlon. Even the most unrepentant couch potato can be transformed into a triathlete with this inspiring companion and training partner. 100 color photographs

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• ISBN13: 9781602392342
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Do you know…Which exercises cause unnecessary wear and tear on your body?What to do during the first critical few seconds following a sports injury?When an off-the-rack arch support can be as effective as a $200 custom-made orthotic device?How to keep in condition during rehabilitation?Dr. Allan Levy knows. As team doctor for the New York Giants football team, he has treated every kind of sports injury there is, from strains and sprains to more serious tears and fractures. In Sports Injury Handbook, he shares his vast practical knowledge of sports medicine with recreational athletes who want to keep in shape, while minimizing aches, pains, and injuries. For ease of use, the main part of the guide is organized by body part and sport. To find out why, for example, your knee is sore and how to treat it, simply turn to the knee chapter. Then learn how to avoid further risk of knee injuries in sports-specific chapters on aerobics, jogging, tennis, skiing, basketball, and many more. Peppered with firsthand stories and anecdotes from professional sports, the Sports Injury Handbook is an entertaining, informative guide to the latest methods of injury prevention and treatment. In it, you’ll discover:The conditioning, nutrition, and strength training techniques professional athletes use to stay in top physical shapeEasy, step-by-step rehabilitative exercises you can perform at homeSpecial precautions for women, children, and older athletesHow to prevent or treat the most common injuries in more than two dozen sports, including aerobics, baseball, basketball, bowling, boxing, cycling, football, golf, gymnastics, hockey, running, skiing, soccer, swimming, tennis, triathlon, volleyball, walking, and wrestling

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• ISBN13: 9780471547372
• Condition: New
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Twice I've suffered the pain of plantar fasciitis. Getting out of bed in the morning was torture. Anyone who has suffered with plantar fasciitis is familiar with these symptoms. Nothing the medical doctors, foot specialists or podiatrists suggested was helping. I tried heel cups, icing, wrapping, shoe inserts, and wearing running shoes all the time for support. After a year and a half, I was finally better. I could get up in the morning without pain. What a long struggle. Then a year later, the unthinkable happened. Plantar fasciitis attacked my other foot. I was determined not to suffer for another 18 months. I searched the internet for an answer only to find long time sufferers with no solutions, weird gadgets to wear at night, recommended surgeries, and expensive orthotics. The prognosis was grim. Then I just happened across a procedure that cured my foot of plantar fasciitis by 90% in only 72 hours. Not a year and a half. It was so sudden, I was startled. If someone had told me I could be virtually pain free in the span of a long weekend, I wouldn't have believed them. But it's true! It worked for me. It can work for you too! Then I got wondering... Why didn't anyone tell me about this? Why hadn't all those 'experts' recommended it? I searched the internet again for plantar fasciitis treatments. I checked forums discussing plantar fasciitis. I found nothing. No one knew about this. Why wasn't this amazing treatment common knowledge? Was it because it was all natural - no drugs, no surgery, no expensive gadgets? Was it because it took less than 5 minutes of treatment time? Was it because it was fairly inexpensive? I felt it was my duty to get this knowledge out to all those suffering with plantar fasciitis. This book explains exactly how I eliminated my plantar fasciitis pain. I don't want you to suffer any longer. This treatment will get you back on your feet pain free now.

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A Complete and Comprehensive Guide to Holistic Treatment"Larry Trivieri beautifully illuminates the full spectrum of natural healing approaches, highlighting the unifying themes and distinctive features of health systems around the world and across the ages. This book is a valuable resource for individuals interested in their personal well being, as well as health professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of holistic medicine."-David Simon, M.D., Medical Director, the Chopra Center for Well Being, Author, Vital Energy and Return to WholenessFind reputable practitioners and put proven healing therapies to work in your life with this informative and reliable guide to holistic medicine and its primary treatment methods, including:* Nutritional Medicine * Environmental Medicine* Mind-Body Medicine* Traditional Chinese Medicine * Osteopathic Medicine * Chiropractic * Botanical Medicine * Bodywork/Massage * Naturopathic Medicine* Homeopathy * Ayurvedic Medicine * Acupuncture * Yoga and many more

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The third edition of Fundamental and Advanced Nursing Skills equips nurses with the knowledge and abilities they will need to survive and thrive in today's changing health care environment. With over 800 illustrations, this book comprehensively covers more than 200 nursing skills. Using a straight-forward approach, Fundamental and Advanced Nursing Skills, Third Edition provides a great resource for any nurse from the hospital to the home.

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Designed for students who've learned the basic Tai Chi form, this book tells how to reach the next level of practice, gain a better understanding of the art, and achieve remarkable vitality.

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• ISBN13: 9781886969643
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Overuse Injuries of the Musculoskeletal System, Second Edition presents a complete overview of the methods of diagnosing and treating the overuse injuries that affect the musculoskeletal system as a whole. Each chapter includes the definition, origins, clinical picture and diagnostics, treatment, and prevention methods for the given injury. The book goes beyond diagnosis and treatment by identifying etiological factors and discussing ways to prevent overuse injuries. This new book retains the successful systematic format that made the first edition a bestseller and an invaluable tool for orthopaedists, physical therapists, rheumatologists and sports medicine practitioners.