Facilitated Stretching - 3rd Edition

As a runner and horseback rider, I have always subscribed to the theory that stretching is critical for performance. However, finding an effective stretching system has been a long and arduous search. Some books are difficult for the lay person to understand. Some books do not have a fundamental theory underpinning their exercises. And some books promote stretches that are actually harmful. I have found Facilitated Stretching to be the best of the bunch. The illustrations are clear, well-organized and large enough to follow. The text is written clearly and concisely: I can figure out what to do the first time I read it. The cd is excellent: slow, well-narrated and easy to follow. Best of all, the results are immediate. My partially frozen shoulders are starting to move in response to a combination of massage therapy and facilitated stretching (as advocated in the book). My hamstrings have finally let go so now I know what it feels like to walk as normal people do! In short, I cannot recommend this book highly enough. It has met all my stringent requirements. This new edition is even better than the second edition which I studied before buying this book.

Well, between a 'like' and a 'love' - it was recommended by my massage instructor ERIC RUBEN, DC (who is also the most superb chiropractor in San Francisco). It includes a DVD which is why I chose this particular book. It is okay. There are a lot of 'self-exercises/stretching' which could be very beneficial to some. I am focusing on what I can do, as a practitioner, stretching a client. It does give a good academic foundation of body's 'how and what' is stretching. I am using it and would likely recommend it 80-85%, esp if you have other books on your massage library shelf that compliment this one. To be fair, I haven't gone through the entire book.

I ordered this book with DVD to add to my ability to give a better massage; I have never believed that just one or two modalities are enough to make a person feel comfortable in their "skin." The neck stretches are going to be so wonderful to do with and for my husband and his mother. I can see this technique benefiting my co-workers in Day Surgery. I will need to become more proficient in the lumbar and even knee work since there are times we stand for over an hour waiting for a patient to emerge from anesthesia and all the standing takes a toll. Robert McAtee makes it look possible to help others comfort level without needing oil or disrobing. Worth the money to this R.N./L.M.T.

This book helps me as a massage therapist stretching the clients occasionally.I showed stretches to one of my client, loaned him the book and then he asked me to order him the same book so he could stretch himself and stay healthy as he is an athlete. The client also likes the book .It is easy to understand. If there is no one to stretch you, the book offers self stretching techniques,.

As described. Will buy again from this company. Ewsly can follow along with book

I think this book is a must for anyone period. What I learned in this book helped me rehab my shoulder from a torn tendon. I also applied what I learned to help increase my flexibility and mobility. It is always a go to for me.

The illustrations of musculature are far superior to those of the 2nd edition.In general, this edition is a big improvement over the previous one.

Another book that explains through words but illustrates very effectively throtu a DVD show. I can now understand better the terms and the movements mentioned.

Excellent training tool. DVD is a bonus in areas that are a little grey. Would recommend for someone interested is self stretch or assisted.

Good quality

newer edition would have been better

Good information on how to stretch.

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