Built to move : the ten essential habits to help you move freely and live fully

Title:

Author:

Starrett, Kelly, author.

Added Author:

Starrett, Juliet,

Personal Author:

Starrett, Kelly, author.

ISBN:

9780593534809

Edition:

First edition.

Physical Description:

xi, 318 pages : illustrations, charts ; 22 cm

General Note:

"This is a Borzoi Book published by Alfred A. Knopf."

Contents:

Introduction -- Vital sign 1: Getting up and down off the floor -- Vital sign 2: Breathe easy -- Vital sign 3: Extend your hips -- Vital sign 4: Walk this way -- Vital sign 5: Future-proof your neck and shoulders -- Vital sign 6: Eat like you're going to live forever -- Special section: What to do when you hurt -- Vital sign 7: Squat! -- Vital sign 8: Find your balance -- Vital sign 9: Create a movement-rich environment -- Vital sign 10: Unleash you superpower : sleep -- Making it all work: 24-hour duty cycle and 21-day built to move challenge -- Afterword: Never do nothing : the case for exercise.

Abstract:

"The fitness innovators behind The Ready State and the movement bible Becoming a Supple Leopard present a new way to enhance mobility and improve day-to-day wellness for anyone and everyone"-- Provided by publisher.

After decades spent working with pro-athletes, Olympians, and Navy Seals, mobility pioneers Kelly and Juliet Starrett began thinking about the physical well-being of the rest of us. What makes a durable human? How do we continue to feel great and function well as we age? And how do we counteract the effects of technology-dependence, sedentary living, and other modern ways of life on our bodýs natural need for activity? The answers lie in an easy-to-use formula for basic mobility maintenance: 10 tests + 10 physical practices = 10 ways to make your body work better.

Subject Term:

Exercise.

Self-care, Health.

Movement education.

Genre:

Self-help publications.

Summary:

"The fitness innovators behind The Ready State and the movement bible Becoming a Supple Leopard present a new way to enhance mobility and improve day-to-day wellness for anyone and everyone"--

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INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER * Simple but powerful physical practices to dramatically improve the way your body feels and prolong your lifespan, no matter how you spend your time * From the innovators behind The Ready State and the movement bible Becoming a Supple Leopard, an accessible longevity guide perfect for anyone who wants to optimize their mobility and age the healthy way

"The definitive guide for building an all-around healthy and high-performing body and mind." --Andrew Huberman, Professor of Neurobiology, Stanford University & Host of The Huberman Lab Podcast

Ready to boost your overall quality of life without overhauling your daily routine and spending thousands? Start here - with Built to Move . Not only a book, but your new secret weapon for a more durable body and thriving health. No matter your financial background, age, or occupation, Built to Move is designed to be your lifelong companion and your guide to optimal wellness.

After decades spent working with professional athletes, Olympians, and Navy Seals, mobility pioneers Kelly and Juliet Starrett began thinking about the physical well-being of the rest of us. What makes a durable human? How do we continue to feel great and function well as we age? And how do we counteract the effects of technology-dependence, sedentary living, and other modern ways of life on our body's natural need for activity?

The answers lie in an easy-to-use formula for basic mobility maintenance: 10 tests + 10 physical practices = 10 ways to make your body work better for a healthier, longer, and more joyful life!

Built to Move teaches you:

* Easy mobilization practices to increase range of motion and avoid injury to prepare your body for whatever comes its way
* Brand-new vital sign tests to predict your likely lifespan
* Simple hacks to integrate more movement into your daily life, escape sedentary habits, and reclaim your vitality
* Longevity-promoting nutrition and sleep tips
* Targeted breathing exercises for stress and pain management
* A proven roadmap to healthy aging in the age of unhealthy conveniences

Whether you're 20, 50, or 70, completely new to mobility work or a professional athlete, a self-proclaimed health nut or just diving into the world of performance optimization for the first time - these practices will work for you. And the best part? They are so simple, and so easy to fit into any schedule or budget, that anyone can start at any time, no preparation needed!

If you want greater ease of movement, better health, and a happier life doing the things you love to do--and the things you want to continue doing as long as you live, what are you waiting for? This book is your game plan for the long game.

"Juliet and Kelly Starrett have given you a detailed, accessible road map to help you move through life feeling better, stronger, and more confident than you ever imagined, no matter where you're starting from. There is no body this book will not revolutionize."--Melissa Urban, cofounder of Whole30