Foam Roller Workbook: Illustrated Step-by-Step Guide to Stretching, Strengthening and Rehabilitative Techniques
Author(s): Karl Knopf (Author)
Publisher: Ulysses Press
Publication Date: September 24, 2020
Edition: 1st
Language: English
Print length: 96 pages
ISBN-10: 1569759251
ISBN-13: 9781569759257
Book Description
Unleash the power of the foam roller with exercises to massage muscles, rehab injuries, and build flexibility from bestselling health and fitness author Dr. Karl Knopf.
Once used exclusively in physical therapy settings, the foam roller has made its way into yoga and pilates studios, gyms and homes. With this simple device, you can:
Foam Roller Workout offers 50 effective exercises paired with clear captions and step-by-step photos that will help you roll your way to better posture, balance and relaxation. In addition, special programs will enhance your sporting life, whether you hit the track, the court, or the slopes.
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Book Description
Unleash the power of the foam roller with exercises to massage muscles, rehab injuries, and build flexibility from bestselling health and fitness author Dr. Karl Knopf.
About the Author
Dr. Karl Knopf has been involved in the health and fitness of older adults and the disabled for more than forty years. During this time he has worked in almost every aspect of the industry, from personal training and therapy to consultation.
While at Foothill College, Karl was the coordinator of the Adaptive Fitness Technician Program and Lifelong Learning Institute. He taught disabled students and undergraduates about corrective exercise. In addition to teaching, Karl developed the “Fitness Educators of Older Adults Association” to guide trainers of older adults. Currently Karl is a director at the International Sports Science Association and is on the advisory board of PBS’s
Sit and Be Fit show.
In his spare time he has spoken at conferences, authored many articles, and written numerous books on topics ranging from water workouts to fitness therapy. He was a frequent guest on both radio and print media on issues pertaining to senior fitness and the disabled.
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