This first section is an introduction to stretching. The book stretching was first published in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. Buy the bookpick out a routine that fits you and stick to it. I watch videos on youtube for yoga, exercises, and stretches to try to ease this pain. The title of this book is stretching, 20th anniversary revised edition and it was written by bob anderson. 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. Sit on the ground with one leg extended out in front of you. Buy stretching 30th anniversary ed by anderson, bob, anderson, jean isbn.
Stretching by bob anderson meet your next favorite book. Stretching, 20th anniversary revised edition by bob anderson. By bob anderson illustrated by jean anderson 240 pages 8. The drawings were done by jean, based on photos she took of bob doing the stretches. Buy a cheap copy of stretching book by bob anderson. This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for. Jpeg legal size paper of daily stretches taken from book.
Stretching book calgary public library bibliocommons. Stretching book stretching by bob anderson splits training techniques instruction. He started running february 16, 1962 and has been running for 56 years. Mar 23, 2014 jpeg legal size paper of daily stretches taken from book. Bob anderson is the author of the bestselling book, stretching. Bob anderson stretching software free download bob anderson. This is the first book that i got on stretching, and still the oft mentioned classic.
Stretching by bob anderson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Booktopia has stretching, 30th anniversary revised edition by bob anderson. 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. Stretching paperback chicago public library bibliocommons. See more ideas about bob anderson, my fitness plan and stretches for flexibility. The stretching handbook is a useful resource for all coaches. So without knowing the book name or the authors i found it on amazon and got the 30th anniversary edition. After several years of exercising and stretching in his mid 20s bob developed a method of stretching that he found to be beneficial and that could be taught to anyone. What an awesome book i did the after running routine the other day and was amazed at how much better i felt. It had stretching routines for these beginners, as well as for serious competitive athletes. Stretching by bob anderson super strength training.
May 05, 2015 stretching has been selling steadily for over 30 years. Whats all this you hear these days about dynamic stretching. Stretching was originally published in 1980, before i was born. Wish i could personally give bob and jean anderson my thanks. This is a wonderful and cheap paperback that has muscle groupspecific exercises how do i stretch my hamstrings. Bob anderson books list of books by author bob anderson. Bend the other knee and place the sole of the foot against the thigh of your straight leg. Stretching book stretching by bob anderson youtube. 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. Stretching by bob anderson, illustrated by jean anderson. One or twopage graphic stretching routines, including. Mar 05, 2009 stretching book stretching by bob anderson splits training techniques instruction. This material was eventually expanded and published by shelter publications in 1980. 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.
Stretching by bob anderson pages 102103 stay safe and healthy. This book is a classic that has been around for more than 30 years, in several editions. 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. New in 2015, the 30th anniversary stretching book is available in a condensed edition for convenience of size. My favorite stretching routine is from an article that originally appeared as an insert in runners world magazine.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The book stretching was first selfpublished by bob and jean anderson in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. When done in a slow and focused manner, an extended stretching routine can be an excellent relaxation method and stress reducer. For over 35 years, bob has taught millions of people his simple approach to stretching.
Stretching for everyday fitness and for running, tennis. It features stretching routines specific to a variety of people. I got this book out from the library because i have lower back and leg pain. By bob anderson, illustrations by jean anderson 2010. Anyways, sweet book would low key read it just for fun. There have been recent media articles claiming that dynamic stretching is the preferred method for athletes, that static stretching is no longer useful before competition, and in fact, may even be harmful. The 30th anniversary edition of stretching now features. There are two types of stretches static and ballistic stretches. Some images of stretches compiled by the andersons are presented here, but how to do them is not provided here at this time. Stretching is an important part of any exercise program to help prevent injury and to increase flexibility.
Stretching and flexibility references on stretching. Bob anderson is ht eauthor of stretching and the worlds best known stretching authority. Bob and his wife jean first published a homemade version of stretching in a garage in southern california in 1975. Stretching first appeared in 1980 as a new generation of americans became committed to running, cycling, aerobic training, and workouts in the. Stretch and strengthen for rehabilitation and development. 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 just starting to get back in shape. The hip flexors are also muscles that get tight for many of. This book had a stretch for any possible activity even sitting at a desk and makes it super convenient. Download this new method to increase your height fast. Buy stretching 20th anniversary ed by bob anderson isbn. Stretching 30 th anniversary revised edition dynamic stretching. The drawings were done by jean, based on photos she took of bob doing the.
However, this bestseller has seen plenty of improvements over the years. I still have the original, and have photocopied it for my workout book many times over the years. I have had trouble with my back through the years and then my dr. Stretching has been selling steadily for over 30 years. I have used this book since 1983i have been on one of the stretching routines in the book since that time.
The genius in the book is the use of clear line drawings to which readers relate as opposed to photos. Stretching 30th anniversary edition shelter publications. Static stretches stretching when the position is held for a given amount of. Stretching by bob anderson 1980, paperback for sale online. Bob anderson is the worlds most popular stretching authority. Lots more in this edition, with exercises for desk. The cover of the andersons book on stretching is shown at the top of this page.
Stretching by bob anderson hit the scene in 1980, way ahead of its time, when a lot of ordinary people were getting interested in fitness and were starting to run, cycle, and work out. I am always so tight after a run, it is a great book with different stretches for different sports. The stretching handbook is a clear, concise guide to stretches for all areas of the body. Universe, is a bodybuilding legend and author of the bestselling getting stronger.
I was looking at my book shelf the other day and found the book stretching by bob anderson. Stretching has since sold over two million copies in the usa and has been published in 24 foreign editions worldwide. I still see posters on the walls at gyms and the like with jean andersons recognizable illustrations, teaching bob andersons stretches. This edition contained 25 new stretching routines, the sections on nutrition. Stretching, 30th anniversary revised edition by bob anderson. There are a lot of web advertisements online that claim to help you increase your height in a matter of weeks by exercising and stretching your. The stretches, with bulleted instructions for each stretch. A great book for stretching excercises meyer pediatrics. The book stretching was first selfpublished by bob and jean anderson in.
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