|
Mind and Body FitnessDecember 2014
|
"A bear, however hard he tries, grows tubby without exercise." ~ A.A. Milne (1882-1956), English author
|
|
New and Recently Released!
|
|
| On Immunity: An Inoculation by Eula BissAward-winning author Eula Biss, a new mother, wanted to protect her son against childhood disease and to learn all she could about vaccination. She relates her findings in this engaging, thoughtful, and thorough essay, discussing the concept of immunity, exploring the history of vaccination, and sympathetically considering fears about negative side effects of vaccines. Offering her critique of poorly researched claims that vaccines are harmful, Biss firmly concludes that vaccination is good and necessary while leaving readers well informed and ready to make their own decisions. |
|
|
Aging wisely : strategies for baby boomers and seniors
by Robert A. Levine
Everyone ages. Not everyone ages well. Aging Wisely explains that much of what happens to our minds and bodies as we grow older depends on our approach to life and our attitudes and feelings about ourselves. Though there are elements beyond our control, we must take advantage of those things we can control while dealing competently with adversity. In describing the impact of aging and various conditions associated with the aging process upon our minds and bodies, Aging Wisely provides readers with the knowledge needed to fight back and maximize their relevance and independence. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the quality of our lives in addition to longevity, for survival alone does not matter if the quality of survival is poor. To age successfully, we must find satisfaction and pleasure in what we do in the time available to us.
|
|
| The Price of Silence: A Mom's Perspective on Mental Illness by Liza LongAuthor Liza Long, whose son suffers with bipolar disorder, blogged anonymously about her family's struggles with mental health issues -- until the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School prompted her to go public about the failures in American mental health care. That post was widely republished with the title "I Am Adam Lanza's Mother." In The Price of Silence, Long discusses the extent of mental illness in the U.S., describes its effects on families, and criticizes the inadequacies of diagnosis and affordable treatment, which make the impact even more devastating. She also suggests changes to the system that may make it easier for families to care for their mentally ill loved ones. |
|
| Tantrums! Managing Meltdowns in Public and Private by Thomas W. PhelanIn this "humorous, knowledgeable, insightful, and reassuring" (Booklist) book, child behavior expert Thomas Phelan offers a prescription for parents who are uncertain about how to deal with their children's tantrums. Explaining that nearly all children have tantrums, he describes the key to responding to them and gradually reducing their frequency and intensity. Including humorous illustrations, well chosen examples, and advice about follow-through, Tantrums! provides a brief but essential resource for a common parenting problem. |
|
| No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your... by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne BrysonAccording to psychiatry professor Daniel Siegel and psychotherapist Tina Payne Bryson, punishment is not very effective at promoting good behavior in children. In No-Drama Discipline, they emphasize the importance of understanding a child's mental development and using this awareness to support appropriate teaching. In this way, parents can avoid yelling and threats and positively direct their children to acceptable behavior. Providing clear explanations and helpful illustrations, the authors show parents how to teach their children the skills they need to build relationships and make better decisions into their teenage years and beyond. Try Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish's How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk for another helpful book on this subject. |
|
| The Science of Yoga: The Risks and the Rewards by William J. BroadIn The Science of Yoga, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist William Broad, who has practiced yoga for over 40 years, details yoga's benefits while examining the remarkable but unproven claims enthusiasts make for its curative powers. He emphasizes the scientifically validated advantages of yoga, which include improving concentration, enhancing creativity, and equalizing moods, as well as certain kinds of physical healing and strengthening. Broad also provides useful information about the risks associated with these exercises, making the book valuable both for beginners and advanced practitioners. |
|
| Complete Guide to Fitness & Health by Barbara BushmanIn the American College of Sports Medicine's Complete Guide to Fitness & Health, exercise specialist Barbara Bushman includes almost everything anyone needs to know about good health. The book offers information for people at all levels of fitness, from those with chronic conditions like arthritis to athletes and exercise instructors. Providing self-assessment tools, graduated exercise plans, dietary advice, and maintenance recommendations, this is an easy-to-use, one-stop resource for getting fit and staying in shape. |
|
| Framework: Your 7-Step Program for Healthy Muscles, Bones, and Joints by Nicholas A. DiNubileIn this well organized and helpfully illustrated guide, orthopedic surgeon Nicholas DiNubile provides information on exercise techniques that engage the whole body in order to avoid muscle strength imbalances that may distort alignment and stability. Starting with a fitness questionnaire that will help in choosing the right exercise program, DiNubile adds advice on weightlifting and diet as well as when to seek medical attention in case of injury. His exercises emphasize core body strength in relation to movement awareness and balance, offering correct exercises -- and the right amounts -- for total body fitness. |
|
| Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain by John J. Ratey with Eric HagermanWe all know that aerobic exercise is good for the body -- but how many of us know how important our morning run or game of tennis is for the brain? In Spark, Harvard Medical School psychiatry professor John Ratey explores the amazing ways that exercise positively affects the brain, from aiding in stress management to defending against conditions such as addiction and Alzheimer's disease. Backed by hard science, this accessible and fascinating book reveals the true power of the mind-body connection. |
|
| The First 20 Minutes: Surprising Science Reveals How We Can Exercise Better... by Gretchen ReynoldsIn The First 20 Minutes, New York Times fitness columnist Gretchen Reynolds emphasizes a basic biological truth: the human body is designed for motion. The body also gets the most benefit in the first 20 minutes of exertion, and regular exercise of any length or intensity provides helpful effects. Reynolds digests generally available wisdom on exercise and includes interviews with experts, compiling her research into an entertaining guide that debunks exercise myths, suggests improvements to routines, and provides inspiration for both beginners and regular gym rats. For another engaging book on the importance of movement, read James A. Levine's Get Up! |
|
Contact your librarian for more great books!
|
|
|
If you are having trouble unsubscribing to this newsletter, please contact the Yolo County Library at
530-666-8085, 226 Buckeye St., Woodland, CA 95695
|
|
|