304 pages New, updated edition with over 800 drawings !
In the past few years, we have become increasing aware of our bodies and of how they work and move. ANATOMY is no longer a subject reserved for specialists alone, rather, all who regularly practice a sport or do other bodywork can also benefit from its study. In a very lively manner, this book gives a panorama of the bones, joints, and muscles directly linked to movement. It relies heavily upon the illustrations in the volume. These illustrations have captions, which may be used in one of two ways: for a quick overview, or for more in-depth study. This is a basic book that enables the reader to uickly grasp the basics of anatomy, essential to all bodywork and sports. It is a complete guide for body techniques including, martial arts, dance, gymnastics, physical therapy, mime, psychomotri- city, sports, theatre, and yoga.
Physiotherapist and dance teacher, Blandine Calais-Germain developped an original teaching method linking anatomy and body techniques. For 35 years, she has given anatomy training courses. Author of several books such as: Anatomy of Movement, Breathing, Female Perineum, Abdos without Risk, etc., translated into 19 languages, she takes part in the forum postural anatomy of the maga- zine Esprit Yoga.
In 2015, she launched the diploma course AnatomYoga®, a comprehensive training in applied anatomy for yoga teachers.
AnatomYoga® Diploma Course : comprehensive training in descriptive and functional anatomy ensure professionals to work in the knowledge and respect of the body’s structure.
Teaching and conferences in institutions or schools:
Eva Ruchpaul Institute, institution of higher education (Yoga) - Training course: Les ailes du Yoga (Ashtanga Yoga - Paris) and BYC (Barcelona Yoga Conference).
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