Books by Christopher Norris

Chris Norris began writing articles for fitness magazines in the late 1980’s and published his first book (Weight training, A&C Black) in 1993. Since then he has written literally hundreds of articles for fitness, health, and therapy magazines and published nine books. Many of his books have gone into second and third editions and have been published in several languages.

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Complete Guide to Sports Injuries Complete Guide to Stretching Complete Guide to Abdominal Training Stretching for Running Stretching for Racquet Sports	Back Stability Sports Injuries Body Toning Acupuncture Acupuncture Pocketbook
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Complete Guide to Sports Injuries This new addition to the well-known Complete Guide series covers the background into the structure and function of an area, the key signs for recognising symptoms and how to treat injuries with massage, taping and hot/cold techniques. Fully illustrated and packed with photography ranging from exercises to massages to suit specific injuries, it outlines the correct position and technique. The physiology is clearly illustrated and taping methods are clearly explained step-by-step. 2011, 208 pages, paperback. Available on Amazon. ***** 5 star rating!
Back Stability Based on Chris Norris popular 3 day course this book describes a muscle balance approach to rehabilitation of the spine. Biomechanics/stabilisation mechanisms/posture/muscle imbalance/abdominal training/establishing stability/advanced training/building a program/preventing re-injury. 2000, 272 pages, 251 figs, Hardback. Human Kinetics. Available on Amazon. Click here to see sample pages from this book
Managing Sports Injuries, 4th edition Now in its fourth edition with the revised title - Managing Sports Injuries: a guide for students and clinicians - this highly practical guide maintains its evidence-based approach while introducing new material from both research and clinical sources. It is a comprehensive resource for the management of soft-tissue injuries, focusing on therapy. Well referenced and extensively illustrated, this text continues to be invaluable to physiotherapists, sports and massage therapists, medical practitioners, and all those involved in the treatment of athletes and sports people. Available on Amazon. ***** 5 star rating!
Acupuncture Links practical physiotherapy techniques with acupuncture. Principles of TCM/The Zang Fu organs/Meridians/Acupuncture and Pain Relief/Acupuncture Points/Patient Questioning and Point Selection/Acupuncture Treatment Methods/Treatment Protocols for the lower limb, upper limb, back and trunk. 2001, 192 pages. Heinemann Available on Amazon
Acupuncture Pocketbook The 2nd edition of the popular Acupuncture Pocketbook has a fresh colourful design. Two colour line drawings are used throughout with over 380 separate points detailed. Colour tabs are used to differentiate each meridian, simplifying the point search process. New figures enhance clarity with important surface anatomy relations clearly shown. Point usage and needling technique is described, and points are grouped regionally for ease of selection. Both Western Medical Acupuncture (WMA) and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) indications are used. Tables list point categories and conditions are indexed. Contact us to buy a copy of Christopher Norris' Acupuncture Pocketbook (Second Edition) for only £17.99 + £2.99 postage within the UK Click here to see sample pages from this book
Complete Guide to Stretching (3rd edition) For its 3rd edition (2007) the complete guide to stretching has been expanded and fully updated. Full colour photographs and live models are now used for each exercise and 157 exercises are featured. The book has 248 pages divided into three main sections: scientific principles, exercise description and practical application. Each section is colour coded for easy identification. There are 17 chapters with 80 colour line figures and 17 detailed tables. In section (i) biomechanics, joint structure and function, muscle action, posture and stretching research are fully covered. Section (ii) details beginner, intermediate and advanced stretches. Partner and dynamic stretching is covered with new material describing stretching to nerves and fascia- a vital part of rehabilitation. Part (ii) details stretching and trigger points, measuring flexibility, stretching and sports injuries and sport-specific stretching. Available on Amazon.
The Complete Guide to Abdominal Training (Complete Guides) This best selling book has become the definitive guide to safe and effective development of the trunk muscles, and covers: How the Spine Works / Concepts of Abdominal Training /Posture / Diet / Trunk Exercise Dangers / Foundation Movements Exercise Progression / AbTraining Sport and Water / Abdominal Muscle Research / Developing Programmes. Available on Amazon.
Body Toning The essential reference for all those using gym-based exercises. Bodytoning explains the principles of training preparation, body fuel systems, how muscles work and factors affecting body shape. The reader is then taken through a series of exercises adaptable for all levels of ability working with weight training machines, barbells, dumbells, bands, gymballs and stretches. With an emphasis on safety throughout, Bodytoning offers clear and comprehensive illustrations, full colour pictures, up to date background information and cutting edge training programmes. In addition to basic programmes, you will find information on core stability, power, speed, stretching and specific programmes for target populations including back pain, pregnancy, circulatory problems and general aches and pains. With its science based, cutting edge approach Bodytoning is a must for today’s gym user. 216 pages - 260 full colour photo - 45 line drawings Available on Amazon.
Stretching for Running Based on the hugely successful Complete Guide to Stretching,this new series from Chris Norris is a sport-specific three-phase programme of stretching, from beginner level, through intermediate stretches, to advanced dynamic development. Chris introduces the book with some advice on self-assessment and warm-ups, and at the end of the book there is a training log to assess development and a handy section on treating injuries encountered in running. With stretches illustrated with full-colour photography, and in a handy training bag-sized format, Stretching for Running is your ideal running partner. Available on Amazon.
Stretching for Racquet Sports Based on the hugely successful Complete Guide to Stretching,this new series from Chris Norris is a sport-specific three-phase programme of stretching, from beginner level, through intermediate stretches, to advanced dynamic development. Chris introduces the book with some advice on self-assessment and warm-ups, and at the end of the book there is a training log to assess development and a handy section on treating injuries encountered in racquet sports. With stretches illustrated with full-colour photography, and in a handy sports bag-sized format, Stretching for Racquet Sports is your ideal partner on court. Available on Amazon