Table of Contents

Body Rolling
An Experiential Approach to Complete Muscle Release

Part 1: Principles of Body Rolling
1 Elongating Muscle, Creating Space
2 Developing a Relationship with Your Body
3 Making the Mind-Body Connection
Part 2: The Basics
4 Getting Started
5 Basic Back Routine
6 Basic Side Routine
7 Basic Front Routine
Part 3: More Focused Work
8 Lower Back Pain
9 The Abdomen: Postsurgical Conditions and Prolapsed Bladder, Intestines, and Uterus
10 Leg, Foot, and Ankle Alignment
11 Sciatica
12 Scoliosis
13 Herniated Disk
14 Shoulder Problems
15 Neck Problems
16 Freeing the Rib Cage
17 Pregnancy and Postpartum
18 The Effects of Aging
Conclusion: An Open-Ended Practice
Resources
Acknowledgments
Index

About the Author

Yamuna Zake is an internationally-acclaimed bodywork practitioner who teaches workshops in the United States and abroad. She lives in New York City. Stephanie Golden is a professional journalist, medical writer, and nonfiction author who also lives in New York.

Reviews

"My first session was a joyful experience that left me deep in thought." * Robert Calvert, founder, Massage Magazine *
"Most massage therapists and bodyworkers eventually wrestle with the nagging question, 'Is there anything that my client can do in between our sessions to help the work we are doing together last longer?' This book offers a simple, practical solution." * Massage Magazine *
"A sincerely offered and thoroughly presented contribution to the field. " * Massage Therapy, Spring 1999 *