The BioMechanics Method for Corrective Exercise

Justin Price is the creator of The BioMechanics Method, a systematic process used to assess and correct the underlying causes of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Thousands of health and fitness professionals in more than 60 countries have earned The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES) credential-the highest-rated corrective exercise program in the industry. Known as one of the top musculoskeletal assessment and corrective exercise experts in the world, Price was named the Personal Trainer of the Year by the IDEA Health & Fitness Association in 2006. He is a subject matter expert on corrective exercise for the American Council on Exercise, BOSU, TRX (Fitness Anywhere), Personal Training on the Net, and PTA Global. Price has also authored The Complete Idiot's Guide to Functional Training Illustrated and The Amazing Tennis Ball Back Pain Cure. He has been an expert consultant for Arthritis Today, BBC, Chicago Tribune, Discovery Health, Fox News, Los Angeles Times, Men's Health, MSNBC, New York Times, Newsweek, Time, Wall Street Journal, WebMD, and Women's Health & Fitness.

Part I. Fundamentals of Structural Assessment Chapter 1. The Process of Structural Assessment Initial Contact With Client Structural Assessment Process Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 2. Assessing the Feet and Ankles Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process How the Feet and Ankles Relate to the Knees Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 3. Assessing the Knees Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Knee How the Knees Relate to the Feet and the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 4. Assessing the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle How the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Relates to the Feet, Ankles, Knees, and Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 5. Assessing the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle How the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Relate to All Other Areas of the Body Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Chapter 6. Assessing the Neck and Head Basic Anatomy Common Deviations Assessment Process Teaching Clients Neutral Position of the Neck and Head How the Head and Neck Relate to the Rest of the Body Concluding the Structural Assessment Process Review of Key Points Self-Check Structural Assessment Skills Test Part II. Understanding Muscles and Movement Chapter 7. Anatomy in Real Life How Gravity Affects Movement How Ground Reaction Forces Affect Movement Overview of the Musculoskeletal System Human Bungee Cord System Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 8. Functional Anatomy of the Feet and Ankles Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of Foot and Ankle Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 9. Functional Anatomy of the Knees Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of Knee Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 10. Functional Anatomy of the Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of Lumbo-Pelvic Hip Girdle Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 11. Functional Anatomy of the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of the Thoracic Spine and Shoulder Girdle Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 12. Functional Anatomy of the Neck and Head Bones and Joints Soft Tissue Structures Muscles Effect of the Neck and Head Muscles on the Most Common Musculoskeletal Deviations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 13. Fascia Fascial Systems for Flexion and Extension Fascial Systems for Lateral Movement Fascial Systems for Rotational Movement Fascial Systems and Complex Movement Review of Key Points Self-Check Part III. Fundamentals of Corrective Exercise Chapter 14. Elements of Corrective Exercise Programs Building Client Confidence Order of Exercises Evaluating Exercises Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 15. Self-Myofascial Release What Is Self-Myofascial Release? Origins of Self-Myofascial Release Benefits of Self-Myofascial Release Types of Self-Myofascial Release Teaching Tips for Self-Myofascial Release Techniques When Not to Use Self-Myofascial Release Techniques Additional Considerations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 16. Stretching What Is Stretching? Origins of Stretching Benefits of Stretching Types of Stretches Teaching Tips for Stretching Exercises When Not to Use Stretching Exercises Additional Considerations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 17. Strengthening What Is Strengthening? Origins of Strengthening Exercises Benefits of Strengthening Exercises Types of Strengthening Exercises Teaching Tips for Strengthening Exercises When Not to Use Strengthening Exercises Additional Considerations Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 18. Static Postural Considerations Standing Postures Seated Postures Sleeping Postures Review of Key Points Self-Check 1 Self-Check 2 Part IV. Complete Corrective Exercise Library Chapter 19. Self-Myofascial Release Exercises Self-Myofascial Release Quick Tips Self-Myofascial Release Exercise Library Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 20. Stretching Exercises Stretching Exercise Quick Tips Stretching Exercise Library Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 21. Strengthening Exercises Strengthening Exercise Quick Tips Strengthening Exercise Library Review of Key Points Self-Check Part V. Corrective Exercise Program Design Chapter 22. Building Successful Client Relationships Understanding Basic Motivations and Behavior How Roles Affect Behavior Encouraging Client Participation Functioning as a Facilitator Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 23. Conducting Consultations First Contact Verbal Assessment Process Visual and Hands-On Assessment Process Closing the Deal Review of Key Points Self-Check 1 Self-Check 2 Chapter 24. Structuring Sessions and Programs Beginning and Building Programs Practical Considerations for Beginning and Building Programs Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 25. Sample Sessions and Program Client Background Information Client Goals Structural Assessment Results Exercise Programming and Recommendations Case Study Conclusion Documenting Your Own Clients' Homework Self-Check Part VI. Business of Corrective Exercise Chapter 26. Enhancing Your Professional Image Perfecting Your Protocols and Procedures Improving Your Image to Attract New Clients Integrating Corrective Exercise Protocols With Current Clients Keys to Success Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 27. Marketing Your Corrective Exercise Services Understanding How Marketing Works Creating Marketing Messages Evaluating Delivery Methods Implementing Your Marketing Strategy Transitioning to a Full-Time Corrective Exercise Specialist Review of Key Points Self-Check Chapter 28. Scope of Practice, Networks, and Referrals Maintaining Your Scope of Practice Developing Professional Networks and Referrals Social Media and Networking Groups Networking With Your Clients Review of Key Points Self-Check Appendix. Blank Client Assessment Diagram

"[T]he information in The BioMechanics Method for Corrective Exercise is provided in a very methodological, step-by-step manner that will serve the reader well in determining which corrective exercise pathway is best for them to explore." -Taylor-Kevin Isaacs, MS, CPT-MES, CSCS, NASM-CES, MELT, Award-Winning Kinesiologist and Exercise Physiologist