By: | Publisher: Time Life UK
Aack is strong and resilient, capable of absorbing a multitude of shocks every day and of supporting loads far greater than your body weight. In well-trained athletes, a single disc in the lower back has been shown to bear loads in excess of 1,000 kilograms. Yet eight out of 10 people, including those who are generally fit, experience some type of back pain during their lives. Back problems rank second only to the common cold as the most frequent cause of sick leave in the United Kingdom and Europe, where the cost of back treatment runs into millions of pounds each year. Much of this suffering and expense is avoidable. The great majority of all backaches stem from muscular problems that can either be prevented or alleviated with improvements in posture and exercise and other lifestyle habits. Indeed, exercising regularly is the most important step that you can take to protect your back. This book explains back mechanics and guides you towards effective ways in which to ease a troubled back or keep a fit back at its best. This title is part of a series which provides a complete fitness programme devised to meet individual needs and goals. Whether your aim is to increase your stamina and strength, set and control your weight, improve your flexibility or reduce stress, this series covers the techniques you`ll need to maximise your body`s potential. Delicious, wholesome recipes complement the exercise and relaxation routines.
