San Antonio College Library

Survivors of trauma whether abuse, accidents, or war can end up profoundly wounded, betrayed by their bodies that failed to get them to safety and that are a source of pain. In order to fully heal from trauma, a connection must be made with oneself, including one s body. The trauma-sensitive yoga described in this book moves beyond traditional talk therapies that focus on the mind, by bringing the body actively into the healing process. This allows...

"Based on work at the renowned Trauma Center, a guide to reorienting traumatized clients back to their bodies through yoga." --Publisher description.

"When Facilitated Stretching was published in 1993, it was the first book to translate the complexities of PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) stretching into an easy, step-by-step method for athletes, coaches, and sports medicine professionals. Now fully updated and expanded, Facilitated Stretching is an even better resource that makes PNF stretching accessible to everyone. The book shows you how to perform 66 facilitated stretches covering...

"This is the only text to fully explain how to perform the metabolic calculations used in exercise physiology. Step-by-step, the book shows the proper methods for solving math problems in exercise metabolism, pulmonary function, and cardiovascular dynamics." "Practical Math for Health Fitness Professionals also explains how to complete the metabolic equations that are included on ACSM certification exams. The book covers the energy cost of level walking,...