Stretch - Stretching

The Stretch Deck

Stretching is one of the most effective ways to enhance overall fitness.
This easy-to-use tool by the author of the best-selling Yoga Deck addresses key body regions-neck, shoulders, back, legs in a handy portable format.

Slip it into a gym bag and supplement any workout or use it any time to promote flexibility, prevent injury, and release tension.

Fitness Option Valerie O'Hara

In an easy-to-follow, five-week format, utilizing over 150 illustrations, 160 photographs, & 16 charts, the author, Dr. Valerie O'Hara, presents gentle physical exercises, including specific tension releasers for the neck, shoulders & lower back, breathing techniques, imagery strategies for wellness, behavioral & psychological methods of recovery, & perceptual reframing, to help readers develop effective coping skills for managing stress.

The author brings to her writing more than 25 years of research, counseling & teaching experience.
She has a Ph.D. in psychology, is a California licensed psychotherapist, nationwide fitness & stress management consultant & yoga instructor, & was a nationally recognized figure skater & trainer.

The book explores the psychology of health, immunity & illness, combining the tools of yoga with western research.
With over 85% of today's illness stress-related, The Fitness Option: Five Weeks to Healing Stress offers a timely solution.

Stretching

by Bob Anderson

Slow, steady stretching-paying close attention to how the stretch feels is the method Bob Andersons uses.

The book reflects the idea that stretching is the simplest of all fitness activities, one that can be done throughout the day-and for a lifetime.
No matter what kind of shape you're in or what kind of activity you do, stretching relieves stress and gets you ready for action.

This simple, user-friendly book is well organised with easy to follow individual stretches and principles.
Illustrated with ample line drawings by Jean Anderson

Stretch Station Poster

*The only chart that demonstrates head-to-toe, and a front-and-back, balanced stretching system.

*Displays 100 exercises in very high quality graphics to reduce risk of injury.

*Features step by step bullet point instructions on how to perform and optimize each stretch safely and correctly.

*Written by Sports Scientists and Physical Therapists for medical accuracy.

*A ‘must have’ resource for every fitness club, rehabilitation center, health studio and pain management clinic to reinforce the importance of correct stretching before, during and after any exercise program

*Double sided laminated – for guaranteed durability.

2 sizes available;

Large 1.5m x 0.9m (5ft x 3ft)
Jumbo 2.7m x 1.8m (9ft x 6ft)