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Stretching for Functional Flexibility 1st Edition

by Phil Armiger (Author), Michael A. Martyn (Author)
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Stretching for Functional Flexibility is a reference guide for the safe, effective, and efficient application of stretching exercises to improve range of motion and movement potential. Based on the most current research, this text is a valuable reference for physical, occupational and massage therapists, athletic trainers, fitness trainers, coaches, sports and orthopedic physicians, doctors of chiropractic, and many other professionals dealing with the health and performance of the musculoskeletal system. The text provides all of the information necessary to design and implement a safe and effective stretching program. A companion Website will offer the fully searchable text and an image bank for instructors.
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  1. ISBN-10
    078176792X
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0781767927
  3. Edition
    1st
  4. Publisher
    Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
  5. Publication date
    January 1, 2009
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    8.5 x 0.75 x 11.5 inches
  8. Print length
    263 pages
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 1st edition (January 1, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 263 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 078176792X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0781767927
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.95 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.75 x 11.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 20 ratings

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Phil Armiger

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Phil Armiger, MPT is a orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in biomechanics, movement analysis, and exercise prescription. He has a bachelors degree in exercise science from the University of Colorado, and a masters degree in physical therapy from Hahnemann (now Drexel) University in Philadelphia, PA. He was certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a strength and conditioning coach in 1996. He has served as a consultant to numerous fitness professionals at local athletic clubs since becoming a PT in 1994.

A lifelong addict to sports and exercise, Phil grew up playing baseball, basketball, and football and competed in each throughout high school. Afterwards he remained dedicated to physical fitness and became involved in running, biking, weight-training, hiking, climbing, kayaking, sailing, and skiing.

His work on "Strengthening for Functional Flexibility" began after a thorough review of the existing works on stretching in 1995. After extensive review by many talented professionals in the fields of athletic training, medicine, physical therapy, massage therapy, fitness, and the like, and thanks to the careful guidance of Lippincott Williams and Wilkins and their field of experts, became a reality in the spring of 2008.

Phil is an avid downhill, telemark, backcountry and cross-country skier and is presently the training director for the Outdoors For All Nordic (www.outdoorsforall.org) ski program and is teaching skiing for the Methow Valley Ski School in Washington State. He is also an active sailor, sea kayaker, hiker, and climber.

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D. M. Kennedy
5.0 out of 5 stars Look no further....
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2011
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Like many people who have participated in a variety of sports, over several decades of time, I have been exposed to countless opinions, theories, philosophies and anecdotes regarding both the benefits and the costs of stretching warm muscles and cold muscles. Turn over a rock and you find another expert or guru. I couldn't account for how much harm there is in all this variety, but I, for one, am very much relieved to have found Mr Armiger's exhaustive work on the subject of "Stretching... ". In my estimation, this is the most thorough and, hence, objective treatment of this subject; plus, the book is organized by muscle, by muscle group, by sport, etc. If my hip flexors are tender after a day of cross country skiing, this book is where I turn for answers and solutions. Definitely on the front row of my book shelf.
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Richard Lazeres
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great book
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2010
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I've had this book for a while and find it great in a number of ways. I'm not a professional trainer or physical therapist, so I found the intro to stretching and the guide to effective and safe stretching very helpful.

Both the text and drawings for stretching of individual muscles are amazing. They allowed me to focus on those areas where I have particular issues and allow to fine tune my stretching routine.

I also really liked both the suggested stretching routines and the specific stretches for sports.
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J. Gallagher
2.0 out of 5 stars "Stretching for Functional Felxibility" -- A Review of the book
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2015
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While the material is more suited to a more clinical and therapeutic application (definitions and terms related to injuries), there were some very good stretching applications in the material. I also purchased an additional book "The Anatomy of Stretching" by Brad Walker. It was excellent and I would highly recommend this reference.
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Cynthia J. Cage
5.0 out of 5 stars Book in great condition and came quickly
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2021
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This book was in good condition and has great information for the everyday person or the trained clinician.
Arrived very quickly.
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Robin A. Reed
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good and needed information
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2013
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Having worked with Phil in the past, it is wonderful that he is such an adept and successful author to boot! The information is put into a very readable style and makes perfect sense. I have added the '20 minute stretch' program to my daily schedule and have realized the benefits. This aging bod needs all the help it can get.
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Nancy Paddison
4.0 out of 5 stars Stretching for functional flexibility
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2009
Love the pictures and descriptions. There are a few editorial mistakes--such as referring to the left arm in an image when the right arm is shown.
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Blanche Sarong
1.0 out of 5 stars not for the average person
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2011
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This book is not at all what I expected. I was hoping for a user-friendly book, but this book seems to be made for professionals who know all the technical biological terms for body parts. I'm thinking this would be a good book for a massage therapist or a personal trainer. But if you are a regular person looking for an instructional book of stretches, I would not recommend this book.
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Berry
5.0 out of 5 stars Chronic back pain? No more.
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2013
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This book showed me how to stretch the knots and aches out of the group of muscles that were giving me trouble. Twice a day, stretch the group that hurts for about 10mins, my neck and back problems are gone. No more Advil, therapy, or pain.
I recommend.
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Schopenhauer’s ghost
4.0 out of 5 stars Very thorough and well researched.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 30, 2013
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A book that bridges the gap between the educated layman and the technical expert, with sufficient detail to explain without swamping the reader.
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