Details: Anatomica's Body Atlas is an authoritative reference that superbly illustrates the beauty & intricacy of the
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This practical handbook gives art students a comprehensive guide to human anatomy, offering instruction in a wide range of media that

Includes:: pencils, inks, pastel chalks, charcoal, & crayons. The author presents step-by-step projects designed to build art students' confidence as they progress from easy to advanced techniques, & discusses common mistakes with suggested methods to correct them. She also advises on the use of maquettes--miniature mannequins with flexible body joints--as a practical substitute when a live sitter is unavailable, or when a pose is difficult for models to maintain for lengthy periods. The book's primary purpose is to give students an understanding of how the human body is constructed by demonstrating a wide variety of natural poses & presenting exercises for each of them. Handsome & instructive color illustrations on most pages.

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Unveils the construction of the human body & celebrates its prominence in Western Art. Using photographs of male & female models together with historical & contemptory works of art & her own illustrations, the author shows us how to look inside the human frame to map its muscle groups skeletal strength balance poise & grace. ...

In this compelling investigation, Michael Smith explores the critical moment in a spy's life: that split-second decision to embrace a double life; to cheat & hide & hurt; to risk disgrace
- even death
- without any guarantee of being rewarded or even recognised.

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Discover the amazing hidden structure of your body & exercise more efficiently & effectively. Pilates is a rewarding & invigorating exercise program that can increase overall fitness, build core strength, & improve performance. Anatomy of Fitness: Pilates shows you how to improve your physical stability, strength & flexibility while keeping your body & mind aligned.
Includes:: A comprehensive introduction to Pilates, over 65 essential step-by-step Pilates exercises, & a range of Pilates mat sequences to give you a total workout that engages the core, back, legs & arms.
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Discover how working the core muscles in the trunk, lower back, abdomen, & hips will efficiently & effectively develop & maintain core stability & strength. Anatomy of Fitness: Core shows you how to reduce body fat, increase lean muscle tissue, & build muscular function, strength, & stability throughout your entire body. This user-friendly 192-page paperback book contains a comprehensive introduction to core training, detailed anatomical illustrations of the muscles used in each exercise, variations to increase or lessen the challenge, & a bonus poster featuring anatomical diagrams & an easy-to-follow core workout program that you can tailor to suit your fitness requirements. Improve core function, look fitter & trimmer, & build flexibility, strength, & endurance with Anatomy of Fitness: Core! ...

Both rewarding & invigorating, Pilates is a exercise program that can increase overall fitness, build core strength & improve performance. Featuring a complete DVD Pilates program, a 64 page book, mat & exercise ball, you'll have everything you need to get fit! ...

Yoga is more than just an excellent form of exercise: it is also a spiritual & mental practice that can improve your mental outlook. Anatomy of Fitness: Yoga shows you how to build your strength & flexibility while improving your concentration & willpower. This excellent pack also features a complete Yoga program & a 64page book which

Includes:: a range of different Yoga sequences meaning that anyone can tailor a program to suit their fitness requirements. Improve core strength, increase stamina, build willpower & get a greater control over your mind & body with the fantastic Anatomy of Fitness: Yoga.

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Yoga is more than just an excellent form of exercise: it is also a spiritual & mental practice that can improve your mental outlook. Anatomy of Fitness: Yoga shows you how to build your strength & flexibility while improving your concentration & willpower. ...

A guide that details muscles used during common martial arts moves & shows how to effectively prevent injury & gain strength. It



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