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January
2007 features
books and links about
Keeping Fit |
Mayo Clinic guide to self-care
edited by Philip Hagen, MD
613 May
An authoritative guide featuring instant access to the facts you need,
including practical information on more than 150 of today's most
common health problems.
The wellness tree
by Justin O'Brien
613 O'Br
Rich in ancient tradition and current mind research, this book
challenges you to transform ordinary health and ensuing decline into
powerful possibilities for rejuvenation and awakened consciousness.
365 energy boosters
by Susannah Seton and Sondra Kornblatt
613 Set
Provides 365 short tips to boost your energy.
Fit not fat at 40 plus
by the editors of Prevention magazine
613.04244 Fit
A diet and fitness guide that has analyzed the complex roles of
metabolism, hormone changes, physical challenges, and stress in
women's post-40 weight gain, and devised a quick-start, easy
follow-through plan for immediate results.
Breaking the rules of aging
by David A. Lipschitz
613.0438 Lip
Scatters misconceptions about the aging process. For anyone who
wants to cut through the hype and stay active, vital and energetic for
more years than any of us thought possible.
Miracle foods: 25 super-nutritious foods for a healthy lifestyle
by Anna Selby
613.2 Sel
Identifies 25 specific foods that can be used as a weapon against
illness, as well as promote health and longevity. Learn how to
improve health by making informed decisions about what you put on your
plate. Includes recipes to incorporate these foods into your
diet.
Complete guide to healing foods
by Amanda Ursell
613.2 Urs
Profiles more than 70 essential foods, from avacados to yogurt,
detailing nutritional values, therapeutic uses, and treatment
techniques; recommends dietary plans to prevent or alleviate the
symptoms of more than 80 ailments; explains the chemistry of food; and
explores nutrition at different life stages and helps development a
nutrition plan tailored to personal needs and health concerns.
Eat, drink, and be healthy
by Walter C. Willett
613.2 Wil
Rebuilds the food pyramid with an emphasis on less grains and more
fruits, vegetables and nuts. Also provides information on
healthy eating.
The exercise bible
by Joanna Hall
613.7 Hal
A one-stop guide to improve your health, fitness, well-being and total
appearance. It provides you with the tools, information, and
motivation you need to understand and improve your body at any age
without putting your life on hold to exercise.
Cool yoga tricks
by Miriam Austin
613.7046 Aus
Although most of us are unable to do the simplest classic yoga posed
without stress and strain, the author offers alternative yoga routines
that help you reap the greatest rewards from your yoga practice and
reveals shortcuts to help you perform yoga like a pro.
Yoga journal's yoga basics
by Mara Carrico
613.7046 Car
A comprehensive introduction to the practice of this ancient healing
art. Beginning with an exploration of the roots of yoga, the
book goes on to describe a variety of hatha yoga styles so you can
choose the method that's appropriate for you.
Ellie Herman's Pilates props workbook
by Ellie Herman
613.71 Her
The author shows you how to intensify and enhance your matwork
routine. Each movement is explained with clear captions and
easy-to-follow photo sequences.
The Pilates body
by Brooke Siler
613.71 Sil
With step-by-step instructions, the author guides the reader through
the complete circuit of mat exercises, each which is clearly
illustrated by photographs, line drawings, and unique visualization
exercises.
Bodybuilding 201
by Robert Wolff
613.713 Wol
In this book, the author shows intermediate and advanced weight
training enthusiasts how to take their training and bodies to the next
level.
Walking for fitness
by Nina Borough
613.7176 Bar
Provides all the information needed to benefit from walking, including
correct technique explained step by step and detailed programs for a
range of abilities and walking events.
Healthy travel
by Michael Zimring and Lisa Iannucci
613.68 Zim
A concise, well-organized handbook for travelers. The book
guides you through all the necessary preparations, from paperwork and
packing to vaccinations and home security, and provide practical
instructions and useful checklists to get you organized and on your
way.
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