Stretching and Flexibility

Blahnik, Jay. Full-Body Flexibility, 2nd Edition (2010) ISBN: 9780736090360 $19.95
Complete guide for stretching the whole body with good graphics and pictures. Instructions are concise and include do’s and don’ts. Routines for general, sports, and specialty stretching.

Berg, Kristian. Prescriptive Stretching (2011) ISBN: 9780736099363 $19.95
Guide for injury prevention and eliminating pain with illustrations of muscular system and specific muscles stretched for each technique covered. Clear detailed instructions. Very good manual for all fitness ranges.

General Fitness

Schlosberg, Suzanne and Neporent, Liz. Fitness for Dummies (2010) ISBN: 9780470767597 $21.99
Complete overview of what fitness means and how to incorporate it in your life. Topics include cardio, strength training, flexibility, and choosing a gym or trainer. Contains guides for exercising at home.

Archer, Shirley S. The Everything Weight Training Book (2002) ISBN: 9781580625937 $6.49
Similar layout to Dummies-style books. Great deal of general information with some specific weight training routines.

Jesperson, Michael. The Great Body Ball Handbook (2007) ISBN: 9780969677352 $9.95
One in a series of pocket size quick-reference guides for specific fitness devices. Instructions on use of equipment, exercise routine, and safety. Easy to use and portable. Good to bring to gym.

Yoga

Iyengar, B.K.S. Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health (2008) ISBN: 9781405322355 $40.00
Complete guide to Iyengar yoga, suitable for all levels of practitioners. Great photographs, detailed, easy-to-follow instructions, and specific asanas for stress, ailments, and strength.

Capouya, John. Real Men Do Yoga. (2003) ISBN: 9780757301124 $12.95
Combination sports interview and yoga guide. Good introductory book for men who are interested in yoga. Interviews with professional athletes who practice yoga. Not much in-depth coverage of yoga poses or practice.

Advanced Fitness Programs

Foran, Bill. High-Performance Sports Conditioning (2001) ISBN: 9780736001632 $24.95
Reference guide and instruction manual for conditioned people who want to raise their fitness level and athletic performance. Focus is on speed, quickness, agility, endurance, and power. Includes training programs for specific sports.

Brungart, Kurt. The Complete Book of Abs. Revised and Expanded Edition (1998) ISBN: 9780375751431 $21.99
Individual exercises and detailed routines for the abdominals. Good photographs and easy-to-follow instructions.

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