Stretching is so completely underrated as a health tool. This book is so well done and explains the whys and hows very well.

A comprehensive, well written guide for stretching and teaching flexibility, good for experts and beginners alike.

Move is a wonderful antidote for the sedentary lifestyles that foster stiffness, pain, and muscle loss. Williamson introduces a series of six "moves" that merge traditional flexibility practices like yoga and tai chi while explaining the what, how, and why of our range of motion. I love that these "moves" require no props and made more accessible for those of differing abilities though sections for gentler, supported stretching and for those with more advanced capabilities. She explains the mental and physical benefits of stretching and provides detailed written instructions and imagery to guide readers through each movement. One critique I have is that the move names, while illustrative, aren't particularly inspiring. A great resource for beginners and those for whom "exercise" stokes dread.

I received a digital pre-publication copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book is a great resource for anyone wanting to learn more about stretching and regain some flexibility. Even if you feel like you have no flexibility, this is still a good book because it shows very gentle ways to complete the exercises. I like having a routine rather than just trying out a bunch of stretches.

The average person who uses a computer sitting down most of the day could definitely benefit from this book. The process of stretching with movement helps with mind and body balance.

I like the way this book is set up. There's a good introduction to stretching at the beginning, explaining the stretch with movement technique used in the book, the ways stretching helps your body, how to breathe, all the usual stuff that one expects and needs in any exercise book. What I really liked in this book, though, is that there are six basic move sequences targeting different areas, the moves in each sequence flow from one to the next easily, and all the moves are done in one position- standing, sitting, on the floor- so the flow isn't interrupted by getting up and down. After the basic walk-through of sequences, there are two adapted versions, a gentle set and an advanced set, to help you adapt the moves to your needs. The only equipment used is a cotton yoga strap, but any non-stretchy long strap would work, such as a robe belt or necktie, which is nice for those of us who don't want to buy special gear. A good back-pocket exercise book to have!

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"Move" by Lexie Williamson is an informative little book to have on hand. With the six key movement exercises or stretches, you will read the easy to follow description and the benefits of each movement along with a visual aid to help demonstrate. Each exercise is also described for varying skill levels, from gentle or beginner to the more advanced exercises for experienced athletic individuals. It was easy to follow the descriptions and if I had any questions the pictures were a great help to provide understanding, Flexibility is such a simple thing anyone can do to improve their health. If you find yourself sitting for long periods and not being able to move as freely as you once did, you should look into this delightful book.

Thank you to NetGalley, Bloomsbury USA, and Bloomsbury Sport for the opportunity to enjoy this advanced reader's e-copy.

This book had some great insight into different movements that can be done with the body. I feel it provided some great tips that I look forward to sharing with friends and family.

I read this book myself but enlisted my partner's assistance in testing the movements described in this book. Between my years of training in ballet/folk dance and their background in martial arts, nothing seemed too unusual out of this book and we were able to follow along with the instructions easily. I'm very glad we didn't try it all out in one session. The next day my hamstrings definitely felt the effects of our work, which was a surprise, because I didn't think it was that bad. The only weird thing is that the photos in the electronic ARC I received were not always in order and some text (such as the reps) overlapped with the movement descriptions, but not enough to fully block the test. I'll probably get a hard copy when it gets released, it will be easier to refer to while stretching.

I love this book! Move offers an extremely accessible entry point for people who are interested in beginning to stretch, but who don't know where to start (or how to do so safely). Working to help people build flexibility, this book strikes a strong balance between educating and empowering--I didn't feel overwhelmed by the content, and I felt like it left me with the tools that I needed to engage in a stretching routine on my own. I would recommend this book to others who are interested in getting more engaged with stretching!

I loved this book! Move provides so many variations of a dynamic exercise routine that is easy to follow and created to suit people of all different levels. I found the images and explanations really informative. This book was really fun to follow and makes stretching a lot more approachable and fun. Definitely recommend!

I loved this book! I'm an active yogi and have found so many benefits from learning to stretch and practice active recovery. This is a great guide that explains why this type of movement is beneficial for everyone, along with pose demonstrations and sequences that can help you to build your practice.

This is very good. It's a very simple approach and allows almost everyone to take advantage of these simple and effective exercises. It has good illustrations and explanations. Recommended for anyone that is not currently exercising.

I really appreciate the ARC for review!!

LOVE this book it is so useful for giving great tips on how to stretch your body properly! I know it will be useful whiners I have been sitting for too long. Great cover too!

The thesis of this book is that the author proposes six sequences of movements to help the reader regain lost flexibility, improve flexibility, and overall feel better. The book is structured in a way where the six basic sequences of movements are presented first, followed by a gentle variation for the person that might be starting out or recovering from injury and there is an advanced version for those who may already have an exercise and/or sport practice and are looking to improve their flexibility and range of motion.

The movements borrow heavily from a variety of movement disciplines including yoga, pilates and tai-chi, but are not presented as such because the author is trying to focus improving range of motion and flexibility. Yoga is static and while the forms are borrowed, they are interspersed in each movement sequence (called a 'Move') with more traditional stretching exercises. Tai-chi, on the other hand, is a movement discipline but is a very prescribed sequence. The author has done the right thing by drawing the general principles of flow movement and positions, but the integration of the classical practices into 'Moves' is both creative and innovative.

I say that because I think the book may appeal to those who need some basic stretching and exercise, and this serves as an excellent introduction to further practice in a traditional discipline such as yoga. It also appeals to those of us who have a regular stretching and exercise program but are looking to change things up a bit. On a personal level, the 'Moves' appeal to me as a new stretching program as I am getting tired of my current routine.

I'm reading and using the book 4 1/2 months into the sheltering in place due to COVID-19 in my state in the US. I know many people who were active in gyms have turned to home programs but the average person who needs some physical activity would do very well to read and use this book, even with the gentle variation as an introduction. I don't know how long we will be like this, but it is never too late to recommend that the average person - not the exercise enthusiast or athlete - try this out. Who knows, it might lead to yoga or pilates or kettle bells or something else more traditional.

I have reviewed this with an ebook, not print edition. I don't know what the print edition looks like, but it would be helpful if it was spiral bound, so the book could be laid out flat while using it. Even better would be a DVD version where each of the 'Moves' are illustrated in both the regular, gentle and advanced forms.

Move by Lexie Williamson would a worthwhile addition to any fitness library, from beginner to the experienced, especially now. Williamson has also written a book called 'The Stretching Bible', which would also be interesting to read, and use.

Thanks to the author, Bloomsbury Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC. I am voluntarily leaving this review.

A nice easy dynamic yoga workout. It does have a few impossible yoga poses. It is nicely step by step, easy to follow.

Lexie Williamson is a physical fitness expert and author, and this time she has written an important book about how to incorporate dynamic stretching into your routine. I exercise a lot (1-2 hours daily) and I have found that adding dynamic stretching to my routine, both before and after my workouts, has decreased my muscle soreness and also improved my range of flexibility. Stretching is often overlooked because we are so rushed to get to the main part of our workout - but this book really teaches us how important stretching is and how much it actually adds to our fitness. I liked that the book is easy to follow - you don't have to be a yoga enthusiast to follow the stretches, and you don't have to be flexible at all to benefit. This is a book for everybody and every body. I highly recommend it. Thanks to Bloomsbury USA and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Great book! I enjoyed doing all the movements and it does make us feel better after doing them. All the movements have pictures so it's easy for you to follow and try do it yourself. There are the regular movements, and then the gently version of them and the advanced version. Very good! I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review

I really enjoyed this book! I suffer from several chronic illnesses including Rheumatoid Arthritis and fibromyalgia and I need gentle stretches to implement in my day to get my body moving and my joints feeling better. I am glad to have read this book and now have it as a reference. There are 5 moves and the book has step by steo instructions as well as photos that show what each step is as well as how many repetitions and how long each pose should be held. There's also the regular moves as well as slightly modified gentle moves for those who may need to take it easy and advanced moves for those who may need a bit of a challenge. I really recommend this book for really everyone as getting your body moving is always good, but I especially recommend for my fellow spoonies and those suffering from chronic pain. I like that the sections are broken down to gentle, regular and advanced and obviously you should consult your doctor before starting anything new and don't do anything that causes pain. Great book!

Move by Lexie Williamson arrived at the perfect time for me. As someone who spends far too much of their day in a supine position (reading, what were you thinking?!) I was desperate for some relief for my lower back and neck pain. As a complete novice to any type of targeted movement, I was thrilled to discover that the emphasis here is on simplicity. Ms Williamson presents six key movement routines that can be done individually, or as a longer sequence of flexibility moves. Each exercise is explained in easy to follow steps, and accompanied by a photograph of the movement in action. Each exercise is also described for varying skill levels, from gentle (me) to more advanced routines for athletes, or those who have previously mastered a routine of flexibility movements. Most importantly, I believe that this is a routine that I will happily continue. I will certainly be purchasing this book for future reference. Recommended.

Many thanks to NetGalley, Bloomsbury USA and Bloomsbury Sport for the opportunity to benefit from this ARC.