Foam Roller Workbook, 2nd Edition: A Step-By-Step Guide to Stretching, Strengthening and Rehabilitative Techniques - Paperback

by Karl Knopf (Author)

Master the incredible versatility of the foam roller with this full-color, step-by-step guide to end pain, regain range of motion, and prevent injury using the foam roller

With this helpful full-color guide, you can learn how to use your foam roller to remediate muscle strain caused by everything from sitting long hours at your desk to overdoing it at the gym. In addition, special programs will enhance your sporting life, whether you hit the track, the court or the slopes.

Designed to improve your posture, balance and muscle tone, each exercise is carefully explained and includes step-by-step color photos to guarantee you do it right and gain the maximum benefits, including:

- Increase Flexibility
- Release Tension
- Alleviate Chronic Pain
- Rehabilitate Injury
- Improve Core Strength
- Break Up Knots

Author Biography

Dr. Karl Knopf has been involved in the health and fitness of older adults and the disabled for more than forty years. During this time he has worked in almost every aspect of the industry, from personal training and therapy to consultation.

While at Foothill College, Karl was the coordinator of the Adaptive Fitness Technician Program and Lifelong Learning Institute. He taught disabled students and undergraduates about corrective exercise. In addition to teaching, Karl developed the "Fitness Educators of Older Adults Association" to guide trainers of older adults. Currently Karl is a director at the International Sports Science Association and is on the advisory board of PBS's Sit and Be Fit show.

In his spare time he has spoken at conferences, authored many articles, and written numerous books on topics ranging from water workouts to fitness therapy. He was a frequent guest on both radio and print media on issues pertaining to senior fitness and the disabled.