Anatomy of the Moving Body, Second Edition (Paperback)

Theodore Dimon

ISBN 10: 155643720X / ISBN 13: 9781556437205

Published by North Atlantic Books,U.S., Berkeley, CA, 2008

About this Item

Paperback. This revised edition of a comprehensive anatomy course for dancers and movement-oriented therapists includes stunning new black-and-white computer-modeled 3D illustrations that bring the moving body's anatomy to life.An accessible anatomy book covering the muscles, bones, and joints of the moving body, with illustrations-perfect for movement-oriented therapists, students, and athletes.Deepen your understanding of human anatomy while developing a greater functional and self-awareness of the body in motion.Learning anatomy requires more than pictures and labels. It requires a way "into" the subject-a means of making sense of what is being shown. Anatomy of the Moving Body addresses that need with a simple yet complete study of the body's complex system of bones, muscles, and joints, and how they function. Beautifully illustrated with over one hundred 3D images, this second edition contains thirty-one lectures that guide readers through this challenging interior landscape. Author Theodore Dimon Jr. describes each part of the body in brief, manageable sections, with components described singly or in small groups. He goes beyond simply naming the muscles and bones to explain the exact terminology in everyday language. Other topics include-. The etymology of anatomical terms. Origins and attachments of muscles and their related actions. Major functional systems such as the pelvis, ankle, shoulder girdle, and hand. Major landmarks and human topography. Structures relating to breathing and vocalizationThis edition features all-new illustrations that use a 3D digital model of the human anatomical form. Thorough, visually interesting, and easy-to-understand, Anatomy of the Moving Body, Second Edition is an ideal resource for students and teachers of the Alexander and Feldenkrais techniques as well as for practitioners of yoga, Pilates, martial arts, and dance. Have you ever tried to learn anatomy from a picture book? This book helps us to understand our complex anatomy. It explains each part of the body. It names the muscles and bones and explains the terminology and, in the process, helps to demystify and make sense of an otherwise intimidating subject. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Anatomy of the Moving Body, Second Edition (Paperback)
• Publisher: North Atlantic Books,U.S., Berkeley, CA
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 155643720X
• ISBN 13: 9781556437205
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: John Qualter
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

An accessible anatomy book covering the muscles, bones, and joints of the moving body, with illustrations—perfect for movement-oriented therapists, students, and athletes.

Deepen your understanding of human anatomy while developing a greater functional and self-awareness of the body in motion.

Learning anatomy requires more than pictures and labels. It requires a way “into” the subject—a means of making sense of what is being shown. Anatomy of the Moving Body addresses that need with a simple yet complete study of the body's complex system of bones, muscles, and joints, and how they function. Beautifully illustrated with over one hundred 3D images, this second edition contains thirty-one lectures that guide readers through this challenging interior landscape. Author Theodore Dimon Jr. describes each part of the body in brief, manageable sections, with components described singly or in small groups. He goes beyond simply naming the muscles and bones to explain the exact terminology in everyday language. Other topics include:

• The etymology of anatomical terms
• Origins and attachments of muscles and their related actions
• Major functional systems such as the pelvis, ankle, shoulder girdle, and hand
• Major landmarks and human topography
• Structures relating to breathing and vocalization

This edition features all-new illustrations that use a 3D digital model of the human anatomical form. Thorough, visually interesting, and easy-to-understand, Anatomy of the Moving Body, Second Edition is an ideal resource for students and teachers of the Alexander and Feldenkrais techniques as well as for practitioners of yoga, Pilates, martial arts, and dance.

About the Author

Theodore Dimon Jr. is the director of the Dimon Institute, a center for the study of movement and performance. He received his master’s and doctorate degrees from Harvard University and has taught and trained teachers in the Alexander Technique for 25 years. He is the author of the Anatomy of the Moving Body and lives in New York City.