Applied Anatomy of Aerial Arts: An Illustrated Guide to Strength, Flexibility, Training, and Injury Prevention

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An illustrated guide to anatomy and biomechanics for aerialists who wish to optimize their performance and train safely

Emily Scherb–a physical therapist who makes a speciality of the care, remedy, and education of circus performers–offers the first comprehensive anatomy book specifically designed for aerialists (including trapeze, silks, and other aerial arts). The usage of full-color illustrations and photographs, this book shows aerial artists how to perform at their best whilst protecting their body from injury with correct form, precise alignment, and good training habits. The usage of a biomechanical and movement-based approach, Scherb explains the anatomical rationale for progressions of learning and demonstrates simple movements to reach the coordination, muscular keep watch over, strength, and fitness needed to move safely and seamlessly through the air. Aerialists find out how bones, joints, muscles, and soft tissues allow for specific movements and gain an appreciation for concepts of proximal stability. They discover the secrets of hanging with correct form, how to progress from hanging into a pull up, an inversion, and beyond with a strong center, precise muscle sequencing, and ease of movement. Anatomy of Aerial Arts lays a solid foundation for beginners and also provides advanced students with a wealth of insights into their own performance in addition to refreshers on fundamentals in warm ups and conditioning. It explains how to structure a training session, how to deal with injuries, and best practices for basic self first aid.

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