Overview
This practical guide to natural, health-promoting techniques brings together the very best therapies for well-being, vitality and relaxation, with detailed step-by-step instructions from leading experts. AROMATHERAPY - using the potent powers of essential oils in massage, baths and other treatments. This section illustrates how the deliciously scented essences of natural plant oils can be used to treat common ailments, lift the spirits, aid relaxation and promote physical and emotional well-being. MASSAGE - discover the relaxing and restorative power of touch. Massage tones the body, stimulates the circulation and releases tension and discomfort. Easy-to-follow photographs teach you whole-body massage, massage for babies, massage for sports injuries, sensual massage, self massage and much, much more. BODYWORK - introduces the disciplines of the Alexander technique, t?ai chi and yoga stretches. This section illustrates accessible exercises for better posture, co-ordination and greater flexibility SHIATSU - the Japanese art that stimulates the body?s pressure points and meridians to promote health and alleviate pain, releasing the flow of energy throughout the body. REFLEXOLOGY - foot massage for total body health, adapted from ancient Chinese techniques. MEDITATION - how to create a healthy mental balance through visualization and affirmation.
Full Product Details
Author: Reed, Macdonnell, Tucker, Evans, Hudson Mcgilvery ,
Jimi Reed ,
John Hudson ,
Mark Evans
Publisher: Anness Publishing
Imprint: Southwater
Dimensions:
Width: 23.30cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 30.00cm
Weight: 1.275kg
ISBN: 9781844769247
ISBN 10: 1844769240
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 24 February 2011
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Out of stock
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Author Information
Carole McGilvery runs a successful marketing and public relations company, specialising in the promotion of natural therapies and charities. Jimi Reed has contributed to many of the leading women's magazines, specialising in health and beauty issues. John Hudson has specialised in the study of personality development. Mark Evans is a Bachelor of Philosophy in Complementary Health Studies and has a Licentiate in Aromatherapy from the London School of Aromatherapy. Michele MacDonnell was educated at the Sorbonne University in Paris and became the Managing Director of a small independent publishing house specialising in books associated with alternative medicine. Paul Tucker has been teaching general and specialist Tai Chi classes since 1987. He is also a qualified Shiatsu practitioner and masseur.
