Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Cycling, swimming, golf, and other sports bob anderson, jean anderson on. Bob anderson is the author of the bestselling book, stretching. Buy stretching pocket book edition 1 poc by bob anderson, jean anderson isbn. The drawings were done by jean, based on photos she took of bob doing the stretches. Jean anderson developed the art technique used to illustrate the book. The book stretching was first published in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually. Stretching by bob anderson, jean anderson waterstones. This book will teach you the right way to stretch and help you begin a lifelong program of physical fitness. Mar 05, 2009 stretching book stretching by bob anderson splits training techniques instruction. I wrote the author, bob anderson, suggesting that he add stretches for gardeners, carpenters, people who do manual labor. Stretching, 20th anniversary revised edition 9780936070223 by anderson, bob and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
Anyways, sweet book would low key read it just for fun. Bob anderson books list of books by author bob anderson. This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to. Even if the same exercise is used in 15 different sportsthe drawing is repeated with every sport. Stretching 30th anniversary edition available april 1st shelter.
Chief master sergeant ret robert marvin bob anderson, 72, unexpectedly passed away on january 31, 2020 from heart complications. Here are 101 stretches from the new revised edition of stretching. Stretching book stretching by bob anderson splits training techniques instruction. Stretching first appeared in 1980 as a new generation of americans became committed to running, cycling, aerobic training, and workouts in the gym. Available april 1st, 2020 free shipping on retail sales within the usa. Bob and his wife jean first published a homemade version of stretching in a garage in southern california in 1975. This book was modified and published by shelter publications in 1980 for general bookstore distribution and is now known by lay people as well as medical professionals as the most userfriendly book on the. Bob anderson has 8 books on goodreads with 3406 ratings.
Put this on the wall as a reminder to take stretching breaks throughout the day. Stretching has been updated in this revised 30th edition, with. Stretching 30th anniversary edition available april 1st. Their first book stretching was published on a typewriter or simple word processor and illustrated by jean anderson in simple clear line drawings. Bob anderson is the worlds most popular stretching authority. This 30th anniversary edition of stretching contains. Bob loved his family and friends so hard and as soon as he knew we knew how much, the lord called him home. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them.
Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Buy a cheap copy of stretching book by bob anderson. In 1980 shelter publications revised and published stretching random house, the distributor and since then stretching has sold over three million copies in the u. Stretching by bob anderson, illustrated by jean anderson. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Stretching by bob anderson and jean anderson overview this is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to people just starting to get back in shape. Bob anderson was born in 1945 in fullerton, california and is a graduate of california state university at long beach, with a lifetime teaching credential in physical education. Here is the about the authors section from stretching. Apr 16, 2010 bob anderson is most fortunate to have jean there to do the sketches for the entire book. Sport stretch this book has a very thorough section on all the details about how stretching works and what different stretching methods to use. Stretching has since sold over two million copies in the usa and has been published in 24 foreign editions worldwide. Robert and jean anderson of englewood colorado published a landmark book on the subject in 1975. Bob anderson has taught stretching for over 30 years.
This is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers recommend for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend. I learned that bob and his wife jean had sold 35,000 copies of the book from a garage in southern california. Jean decorated many of the figures with hand knitted caps which she sold by mail. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Now after twentyone years and with many other books on the market, it has become the most widelyused and recommended book on stretching and its popularity continues to grow each year. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Over 1,000 clear drawings and more than 200 stretches. The illustrations are beautifully drawn and easy to follow. For over 35 years, bob has taught millions of people his simple approach to stretching. Some of the simple drawings by andersons wife, jean, have been updated to show athletes in sportspecific outfits doing stretching routines, and there are more routines than before. Stretching publishers of high quality books and software.
This is a book for anyone who works at a desk or has physical limitations but desires to achieve more flexibility and just feel better. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Oct 17, 20 stretching was originally published in 1980, before i was born. I still see posters on the walls at gyms and the like with jean andersons recognizable illustrations, teaching bob andersons stretches. Stretch and strengthen for rehabilitation and development. The drawings were done by jean, based on photos she took of bob doing the. Stretching keeps your muscles flexible and ready for movement, improves performance, and prevents injuries. Laminated, with 2 brass grommets for secure hanging. It features stretching routines specific to a variety of people, including sports enthusiasts, travelers, children, gardeners, and people in wheelchairs. This is the first book that i got on stretching, and still the oft mentioned classic. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library. Stretching is a simple, gentle activity that can be done by anyone, anywhere, at any time.
Now after twentyone years and with many other books on the market, it has become the most widelyused. See all books authored by bob anderson, including stretching, and getting in shape. The end of the book has a section on using the stretch ware material. It was a book mainly for athletes, but it solved my back problems. Buy stretching by bob anderson, jean anderson from waterstones today. Stretching has been selling steadily for over 30 years. Bob anderson is most fortunate to have jean there to do the sketches for the entire book. Stretching for everyday fitness and for running, tennis, raquetball. The new edition includes routines for children, stretches to do in front of the tv, and some exercises to do before and after gardening. The new edition includes routines for children, stretches to do in front of the. Stretching was originally published in 1980, before i was born.
Stretching and flexibility references on stretching. Stretching pocket book by bob anderson 2015, paperback. The genius in the book is the use of clear line drawings to which readers relate as opposed to photos. Some of the simple drawings by anderson s wife, jean, have been updated to show athletes in sportspecific outfits doing stretching routines, and there are more routines than before. Stretching book stretching by bob anderson youtube. One or twopage graphic stretching routines, including. Pocket book edition anderson, bob, anderson, jean on. After several years of exercising and stretching in his mid 20s bob developed a method of stretching that he found to be beneficial and that could be taught to anyone. Bob was born to marvin buddy and jinnie ve anderson on january 5, 1948, in kilgore, texas.
The original edition has sold over 312 million copies worldwide and is in 23 languages. The book stretching was first selfpublished by bob and jean anderson in 1975 when fitness awareness was in its infancy. Bob anderson, jean anderson paperback april 6, 2010 this is the book that people tell their friends about, that trainers suggest for virtually every sport and activity, and that medical professionals recommend to people just starting to get back in shape. The book stretching was first published in 1975 when fitness awareness w.
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