Exercise & Fitness books

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Updated April 25, 2024
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And then we rise : a guide to loving and taking care of self
Common (Musician)
From the multi-award-winning performer, author, and activist, a comprehensive program for addressing mental and physical health--and encouraging communities to do the same. Common has achieved success in many facets of his life and career, from music to acting to writing. But for a long...
Built to move : the ten essential habits to help you move freely and live fully
Starrett, Kelly
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER * Simple but powerful physical practices to dramatically improve the way your body feels and prolong your lifespan, no matter how you spend your time * From the innovators behind The Ready State and the movement bible Becoming a Supple...
Every body yoga : let go of fear, get on the mat, love your body
Stanley, Jessamyn
From the unforgettable teacher Jessamyn Stanley comes Every Body Yoga, a book that breaks all the stereotypes. It's a book of inspiration for beginners of all shapes and sizes: If Jessamyn could transcend these emotional and physical barriers, so can we. ...
Feel-good fitness : fun workout challenges to inspire your fitness streak
Monta©?o, Alysia
Feel-Good Fitness from pro runner and Olympic athlete Alysia Montaño offers a YEAR of fun and fresh fitness challenges that will build your strength and endurance. Alysia's fitness challenges will make you smile while you sweat because Alysia's not your typical...
Fit gurl : the total-body turnaround program
Alcantara, Melissa
A USA TODAY BESTSELLER "Melissa pushed me...Once I started to work out with her I realized, this is way harder than I thought it would be."--KIM KARDASHIAN WEST A FITNESS PROGRAM WITH SERIOUS RESULTS DESIGNED BY KIM KARDASHIAN WEST'S MOST CELEBRATED PERSONAL TRAINER,...
Fitness for every body : strong, confident, and empowered at any size
Boggs, Meg
From body-positive Instagram influencer and content creator Meg Boggs, an inclusive and empowering fitness and lifestyle guide to inspire readers of every shape and size. For years, Meg Boggs believed the narrative told to her by society: she thought that as a plus...
Get fit where you sit : a guide to the Lakshmi Voelker chair yoga method
Voelker, Lakshmi
This practical guide offers a pioneering method of chair yoga for every body- a full practice of asana, breathing, and meditation with 250 instructional photos. Lakshmi Voelker's Chair Yoga. method upends the myth that yoga is only for the flexible, strong, balanced, thin, and...
Grow strong! : a book about healthy habits
Meiners, Cheri J.
Establishing patterns of a healthy diet, exercise, and sleep helps children stay physically active, make friends, learn well, and enjoy emotional health--all of which lead to greater happiness. Children's health and confidence can increase as they become more aware of their own unique...
How to grow : nurture your garden, nurture yourself
Bridgewater, Marcus
In this transformative guide, TikTok's most popular gardener, Marcus Bridgewater--aka Garden Marcus--offers lessons for growth rooted in lessons from the plant world to help cultivate the soul. Marcus Bridgewater has been compared to Bob Ross and Mister Rogers for his...
The miracle of flexibility : a head-to-toe program to increase strength, improve mobility, and become pain free
Esmonde-White, Miranda
Gain strength and mobility while living a pain-free life at any age using this revolutionary technique created by former ballerina, New York Times bestselling author, and star of PBS's Classical Stretch, Miranda Esmonde-White. The fields of sports and fitness are...
Move the body, heal the mind : overcome anxiety, depression, and dementia and improve focus, creativity, and sleep
Heisz, Jennifer J.
A noted neuroscientist reveals groundbreaking research on how fitness and exercise can combat mental health conditions such as anxiety, dementia, ADHD, and depression, and offers a plan for improving focus, creativity, and sleep. Jennifer Heisz shares...
Pilates
Herman, Ellie
Get your Pilates on--no gym membership required! Pilates For Dummies teaches you the principles of the Pilates Method of stretching, exercising, and breathing, for amazing fitness results. The book guides you through basic, intermediate, and advanced mat exercises. It's...
Rethink your position : reshape your exercise, yoga, and everyday movement, one part at a time
Bowman, Katy
A nutritious 'movement diet' is essential to our well-being. This book contains all the ingredients we need. -Mark Hyman, MD, New York Times #1 Bestselling Author of Young Forever, The Pegan Diet, and The Blood Sugar Solution This book is elegant and...
The yoga adventure for children : playing, dancing, moving, breathing, relaxing
Purperhart, Helen.
The Yoga Adventure for Children is an illustrated manual for teachers at primary schools and yoga teachers who wish to create children's classes. Featuring 80 drawings of poses, the book playfully acquaints children with yoga stretches and postures and the philosophy behind the practice....

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