Strong Women, Strong Backs: Everything You Need to Know to Prevent, Treat, and Beat Back Pain

Author: Nelson - Lawrence Lindner - Lawrence - Miriam E. Nelson - Ph.D, Miriam E. Nelson - Ph.D - M.A. - Lawrence Lindner M.A. - Miriam E. Nelson Ph.D - Miriam E. Nelson; M.A. - Miriam & Lindner
ISBN 10: 0399153756
ISBN 13: 9780399153754
Edition: 1
Release: 2006-09-07
Format: Hardcover (208 pages)
List Price: $25.95
Tags: Health, Mind & Body, Disorders & Diseases, Backache,
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Book Description:
From the bestselling author of the Strong Women series-an indispensable resource for a strong and pain-free back. In this accessible guide, trusted women's health author and exercise physiologist Miriam E. Nelson presents the information every woman needs to know to maintain a healthy back. Complete with clear explanations, practical advice, and lively anecdotes from women who have benefited from this simple and effective program, this book reveals: - The most common causes of back pain in women - How stress and other emotional factors play a key role - A straightforward exercise program to improve flexibility, strength, and aerobic fitness-designed specifically for women - What you need to know to create a back-friendly home and office - Explanations of the medical options available-and how to know when they might be necessary