Linds S.: My favorite book

I am one of those people who could go to the library and literally check out twenty books every three weeks. Even if I have seen the same book before, I am likely to check it out time and time again. I love books with pictures, vivid descriptions, and practical ideas. One of my favorite sections in the library is the Health and Fitness section which consists of four, full rows of books.

I've been through the Health and Fitness shelves so many times in the last eight years since our new library was built. After an incredible number of library trips, I think I have settled in my favorite health book. By far, the book I check out and read most frequently is "The Supple Body" by Sara Black. This 144 page book is filled with beautiful black and white photographs (by Antonia Deutsch) depicting a relaxing fitness method.

"The Supple Body" offers a fitness method which is a combination of Yoga, martial arts, Pilates, sports medicine, and calisthenics. Through hundreds of descriptive, beautiful pictures and clear descriptions, users can learn the exercises in an easy manner. Even better, the book is laid out in such a way that all of the exercises for a specific body group are combined. Therefore, there are exercises for every part of the body, including the face, neck, shoulders, hands, arms, back, legs, and feet.

At the end of the book, after all of the exercises have been described, there are several fitness routines. The 10 minutes, 20 minutes, and 30 minute routines are great combinations of these stretching and strengthening exercises for whatever time your available. An exercise routine with baby is good for new moms, a child-parent exercise routine incorporates fun moves for an enjoyable time together, and a partner routine provides a relaxing, sensual fitness experiences for couples.

I thoroughly enjoy this book because it offers a comprehensive list of stretching exercises. As a diligent athlete, I am always looking for new fitness methods, especially anything relaxing. After a long day of work or a challenging training session, the idea of lying on the floor and stretching out my entire body is wonderful.

Through my long years of library-book borrowing, I have seen plenty of fitness books which consist of more words than anything else. When I am learning new exercise moves and routines, I really don't want to have to sit down and read a book cover to cover. I want to be able to open the book up at any given point and figure out what I need to do. Therefore, one of the biggest reasons I love "The Supple Body" is that there are pictures for every position. When using this book to learn new exercises, I have to do very little reading. Any time I want to stretch, I can open the book to a specific body section or to a routine and get started.

For anyone who is looking for a new exercise method, new positions, or new programs, "The Supple Body" is well worth a read and a purchase. Excellent for both seasoned athletes and exercise beginners, this book is a well-rounded, photographic journey to help you create your own supple body. By performing the stretches and various positions, you will discover that you feel stronger, more flexible, and more relaxed. You might want to incorporate a routine into your lifestyle every morning before work or every evening before bed.

"The Supple Body" has impacted my life in a wonderful way, helping me to be a healthier person. Therefore, I would conclude by saying that, of all the health books I have seen and read, this book tops my list by far.