Stretching with Ease: An Illustrated Guide To Your Fit And Flexible Body - Softcover

'This book is incredibly valuable to me. As I read the book, I felt that it was written just for me. The author keeps it real and, by fully understanding my life's challenges, with her compassion and insights she has made me feel: I can do this. Not only that, but I can choose the stretches I need to address my body's chronic neck pain in a time-efficient manner. The instructions are easy to follow, and I also feel Linda nudging me on in her gentle manner. 'This book is not like other stretching books that just address the physical aspect of stretching, and that is what attracted me. Linda creates a masterful tapestry by integrating stretching, breathing, and stress reduction with a thread of mindfulness. I love the emphasis on not having to be perfect. Instead, the emphasis shifts toward kindness and patience with my body while I am trying to help it get out of pain and also lower my stress. I highly recommend this book as a partner for self-care.' --Rika Keck, Holistic Health Consultant, NY Integrated Health LLC

'After reading Linda's book, not only did I learn more about the proper utilization of a very neglected aspect of fitness--stretching--but also more about the overall importance stretching plays in a fitness-and-wellness program. This book is written in a way that a seasoned professional or someone new to fitness can follow equally well. I plan on utilizing the material presented personally, as well as with my clients.' --Greg Peck, NASM-certified Personal Trainer, Senior Specialist, and Women's Specialist. Author of, 'Exercise for the Mind', 'Body and Soul: Pathway to a Better Life', and 'Exercise with the Stars: Maximize Your Star Power'

'This easy-to-follow, incredibly useful book offers a simple introduction into the advantages of stretching, including the best ways to incorporate it into your daily routine.' --The Sun, October 16 2015

Linda Minarik has been continuously certified in group fitness with the American Council on Exercise since 1993. She also holds teaching certifications in Gyrokinesis® and The MELT Method™. Her other specialties include Aerobic Dance and Water Aerobics. Linda currently teaches group fitness at New York's Health & Racquet Clubs and the Equitable Athletic and Swim Club. Linda pursues the unusual fitness combination of ballet and bodybuilding and is a long-time, serious student of classical dance. She has recently branched out into the study of rhythmic gymnastics.