Anatomy of muscles. Illustrated reference book

The new edition of this classic manual is a comprehensive guide to all muscle groups. Easy to use and accompanied by all the necessary illustrations, the publication provides complete information about each muscle of the human body, clearly showing its... location, innervation, action and suggesting exercises with which this muscle can be strengthened and stretched.

The reference format provides the reader with the ability to locate and identify specific muscles. Particular attention is paid to the muscles that bear the main load and are therefore susceptible to injury when performing various household tasks and during sports.

Each chapter on a particular body part includes a general overview of the relevant musculature, the structure of the skeletal system, cross-sectional muscle layers and muscle insertions, as well as a quick reference table and a list of major nerve pathways. The chapter on the pelvic floor muscles is of particular interest to those who practice yoga and Pilates.

Although the book is primarily addressed to beginners in anatomy, massage, physiotherapy, chiropractic, yoga and Pilates, it will be useful to athletes and anyone studying the functioning of the human body.