In this book Tony Lycholat explains the principles of safe stretching which improves fitness, health, posture and sports performance. In clear and precise terms this book details simple flexibility assessment, outlines sample programmes and provides progressive exercises for all parts of the body and explains PNF techniques. This fully illustrated book has become one of the standard works on the subject, and is suitable for anybody undertaking an exercise regime, whether as a preparation for sport or as part of a general fitness routine. AUTHOR: Tony Lycholat, a professional gymnasium instructor and academic, is the author of several books. He has studied and researched fitness and sport at university and contributes to many popular magazines and newspapers on all aspects of health-related fitness. 65 b/w photos