Exercise Will Hurt You: A Doctor's Case for Moderation in Running, Cycling, Skiing & Other Things We Do...

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Steve Barrer

Exercise Will Hurt You

A Doctor's Case for Moderation in Running, Cycling, Skiing & Other Things We Do Because We Think...

Steve Barrer

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Seven Stories Press,U.S.
15 November 2014

Fitness & diet

A Doctor's Case for Moderation in Running, Cycling, Skiing, and Other Things We Do Because We Think Our Bodies are Invincible

A (Philadelphia Magazine) Top Doc's case for moderation in running, cycling, skiing, and other things we do because we think our bodies are invincible.

When was it decided that exercise could only be good for you? Leading neurosurgeon Dr. Steve Barrer argues-based on his extensive career treating exercise-related injuries, a cornucopia of his own personal injuries from exercise over the years, and ample scientific data-that we ought to change the way we think about exercise.

Instead of succumbing to what Barrer calls ""the cult of exercise"" that follows the mantra ""no pain, no gain,"" how about some common sense? In a clear, friendly, and compelling voice, Barrer surveys exercise and sports that are commonly practiced-yoga, soccer, skiing, running-and informs the reader knowledgeably and conscientiously about the injuries that can result.

We've come to believe that the body can handle the abuse that comes with these sports, but it can't. Before we get carried away with the culture of excess that has been assigned to exercise, let's remember that exercise is not always good for you, and make sure we don't get the wrong idea from the model that's been set.

By: Steve Barrer
Imprint: Seven Stories Press,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 209mm, Width: 135mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 343g
ISBN: 9781609805357
ISBN 10: 1609805356
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 15 November 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

"Introduction Chapter 1 The Cult of Exercise and the Mechanics of Injury Chapter 2 Recreational, Fashionable Exercise: Running, Bicycling, Yoga Chapter 3 Competitive, Contact Exercise: Boxing, Football, Hockey Chapter 4 Extreme Exercise: The Marathon, ""Extreme"" Sports, CrossFit, Skiing Chapter 5 The Sports-Industrial Complex Chapter 6 What Do I Do? The Gym, Gardening, Conclusions Notes Credits and Permissions"

STEVEN J. BARRER, MD is currently Director of the Neurosciences Institute and Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery at Abington Memorial Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Barrer was named among the ""Top Docs"" in Philadelphia Magazine from 2009-2012 and has published numerous journal articles and papers on the subject of neurosurgery. Dr. Barrer is involved in educating medical students and residents, holds a position on the clinical faculty of Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, and is frequently invited as a guest speaker for his patient-centered passion, wisdom, and wit.

Reviews for Exercise Will Hurt You: A Doctor's Case for Moderation in Running, Cycling, Skiing & Other Things We Do Because We Think Our Bodies are Invincibl

"""You know to steer clear of those artery-clogging fries and that steaming cup of coffee. Dr. Steve Barrer now shows us the dangers that lurk in. . .exercise! Whether you're a professional athlete, a weekend cyclist, occasional jogger, or parent of a young athlete, heed this witty neurosurgeon's warning or you may end up maimed or worse."" —Michael Lemole MD, Chief of Neurosurgery, University of Arizona, and chief neurosurgeon for Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords"