The Body in Motion is a comprehensive guide to the anatomical design of the human body, revealing how its systems cooperate to form an upright, intelligent, tool-making marvel, capable of great technological and artistic achievement.
Author Theodore Dimon Jr., EdD describes the purpose of the extensors, flexors, spine and shoulder girdle. Additional systems covered include: the hands and upper limbs; pelvic girdle; feet and lower limbs; breathing; larynx and throat musculature; spiral musculature of the trunk.
Discover how these systems have helped us build, invent, create art, explore the world and imbue life with a sacred dimension that would not otherwise exist.
Softcover, 107 pages.
Key features:
- 162 detailed full-color illustrations
- Accessible language, designed for movement educators, bodywork practitioners, actors, dancers, students, therapists and healthcare professionals