The Muscle Book by Paul Blakey is an easy-to-use anatomy reference originally developed from the author’s experience teaching anatomy and physiology to dance students.
Using clear anatomical illustrations and concise explanations, the book introduces the body’s major muscles and explains their location, action, origin, insertion, synergists, and signs of weakness. Individual muscle sections also include practical Finger First Aid techniques and Watch Out! notes highlighting movements that may cause stress or injury.
Covering muscles throughout the neck, shoulders, arms, back, abdomen, hips, and legs, The Muscle Book makes essential muscular anatomy accessible to dancers, athletes, massage practitioners, fitness professionals, and anyone interested in human movement.
Contents
- How to Use This Book
- Anatomical Terminology
- Reference Pictures
- The Muscles
- Sternocleidomastoid
- Sacrospinalis
- Quadratus Lumborum
- Triceps
- Biceps
- Wrist Flexors / Extensors
- Trapezius
- Rhomboids
- Levator Scapulae
- Serratus Anterior
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Pectoralis Major
- Deltoid
- Supraspinatus
- Teres Major
- Subscapularis
- Teres Minor
- Infraspinatus
- Gastrocnemius
- Soleus
- Anterior Tibial
- Posterior Tibial
- Peroneus Longus / Brevis
- Flexor Hallucis Longus
- Extensor Hallucis Longus
- Hamstrings
- Quadriceps
- Sartorius
- Gracilis
- Tensor Fascia Lata
- Adductors
- Gluteus Medius / Minimus
- Piriformis
- Gluteus Maximus
- Psoas / Iliacus
- Abdominals
- Bibliography
- Index
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