A masseuse to sports superstars offers hands-on techniques for improved performance and recovery from injury that are sports-specific and helpful to weekend athletes and serious competitors--including warm-ups and stretches, self-massage, and partner massage. Original.
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In this excellent guide, a Colorado sports massage therapist explores the basic components of massage before explaining massage techniques and strokes. Initially, Johnson describes the differences between regular massage and sports massage (in the latter, strokes are deeper and intended to benefit overworked muscles). She addresses the importance of using a proper work surface (not a bed), offers suggestions on scented and unscented oils, and discusses various massage styles. The bulk of the guide contains illustrated instructions for massaging specific body parts. A rundown of various sports and the particular massages suggested for their enthusiasts as well as advice on injury prevention and mental relaxation round out the text. What with sports massage increasing in popularity, Johnson's effort should find a ready audience of both weekend warriors and serious athletes. Sue-Ellen Beauregard
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Prevent injury and improve sports and athletic performance through special massage techniques which promote healing. This unusual title promotes self-massage, so techniques don't require two people in order to prove effective. Excellent-quality black and white drawings prove fine illustration of techniques. -- Midwest Book Review
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
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Not meant for the professional,
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This review is from: The Healing Art of Sports Massage (Paperback)
To say I was dissapointed is an understatement. This is definitely a laymans book. I had wanted a book for reference but this is about as non-specific as you can get. If you are a massage therapist, you do not want this book.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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An excellent guide to sports massage and massage therapy.,
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This review is from: The Healing Art of Sports Massage (Paperback)
This book is so pratical for anyone seeking to learn more oabout this healing art. The text and superb illustrations make this a classic.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
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Her work has helped thousands of students of massage therapy,
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This review is from: The Healing Art of Sports Massage (Paperback)
The text follows a logical and practical order to enhance the learning process. Even after using the text, one will always continue to learn. An excellent reference.
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