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Author
Publisher
Addicus Books
Pub. Date
c2012
Edition
2nd ed.
Physical Desc
v, 266 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examining the effects of exercise on women and their babies, this book presents case studies of women who exercised regularly before, during, and after pregnancy. The book provides guidelines for exercise plans that safely fulfill a mother's needs during different phases of pregnancy, answering such questions as, How does exercise benefit the mother? How does exercise affect growth of the fetus? What is the effect of exercise on milk production? Does...
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2012
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Healthy Bodies discusses how exercise and play affect muscles, joints, heart and lungs. General types of exercise detail how it affects the body for overall health and well-being.
Author
Series
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
143 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Kitty is terribly out of shape and when Kitty's owner catches her wheezing, she is told that it is time to exercise, but it will take a lot of convincing and a bit of trickery to get Kitty into the competitive spirit.
Author
Publisher
Linden Publishing
Pub. Date
c2011
Physical Desc
xii, 130 p. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This groundbreaking study demonstrates how the prevalent problems of obesity, ailing health, and lack of energy can all be easily improved simply by using the power of gravity. The survey is based on the author's research into how weightlessness weakens astronauts' muscles, bones, and overall well-being, suggesting ways to incorporate gravity into everyday life and illustrating how it can increase fitness as well as prevent aging. Addressing those...
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2013
Edition
1st American ed.
Physical Desc
224 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Improve your strength, posture, and fitness with this essential core training handbook. Includes more than 150 core strength exercises with clear explanations and illustrations to perfect your technique.
Author
Series
Publisher
American Girl Publishing
Pub. Date
c2018
Physical Desc
109 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Team sport or solo activity? To compete, to have fun with your friends, to express your creativity, or to feel good in your own skin? Whatever you play, whatever your reason, whatever your level, this book is for you. You'll find: exercises to make you stronger and last longer - confidence-building tips and brainpower drills - how to keep your body healthy, and why - team- and spirit-building activities - advice for talking with coaches and parents...
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Central
Pub. Date
2011
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
64 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
This book presents tips on lifestyle habits teens can develop to improve their heart health and avoid certain diseases and conditions that can occur when healthy choices are not made.
Author
Publisher
Thunder Bay Press
Pub. Date
c2011
Physical Desc
160 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm. + 1 poster.
Language
English
Description
A chiropractor uses step-by-step instructions and full-color photos along with anatomical illustrations to describe a series of exercises that will help strengthen and stabilize the muscles of the back. Includes full-color poster with key exercises.
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Pub. Date
c2017
Physical Desc
ix, 222 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Every Body Yoga is a book that breaks all the stereotypes and a book of inspiration for beginners of all shapes and sizes. It's a book for readers already doing yoga, looking to refresh their practice or find new ways to stay motivated.