Resistance stretching offers a permanent increase in flexibility and takes the pain out of stretching, and the Meridian Flexibility System provides a routine for stretching particular muscle groups. Bob Cooley founded The Moving Center in 1974, using his research in Exercise Science and own research into traditional Chinese medicine and physical therapy to develop the two programs: Genius Of Flexibility: The Smart Way To Stretch And Strengthen Your Body covers each move using clear black and white photos on every page to create a step-by-step set of routines.

I bought this book because I was looking for a good sports-medicine guide to stretching....I was very disappointed after reading only a few pages. The author apparently believes stretching is the cure for all of life's aliments - physically, spiritually, and psychologically. On page 8 the author claims that "I used those stretches to heal my appendix." That statement should be enough reason, for any person with a sliver of intellect or respect for science and medicine, to stay far away for this book. This book may sell well in San Francisco or Vermont, but for all others, I do not recommend it.

As a public service announcement: If any one is having problems with their appendix, please go straight to the emergency room. Do not waste any time touching your toes, standing on your head, or gazing into crystals. If your appendix burst you will be in a lot of pain, and could possible die.