Trail Guide to the Body: A Hands-on Guide to Locating Muscles, Bones, and More

I am doing an ITEC diploma in massage and have been struggling to remember all the muscles. I purchased this as has been told it was good and must admit it is more than good it's awesome. The pictures and write up are both clear and easy to follow, I also purchased the flashcards (vol 2) and use them in conjunction with each other. Now feel much more confident and hopefully will do well in my exam, I think our tutor should recommend this book at the start of the course but at least I have it now ready for when I am able to go on an do my sports massage course. I would say to anyone who is doing a hands on course which involves the muscles get this book, you won't be disappointed. Remember when watching the DVD it's in American which means that the names of the muscles are slightly different but the DVD is so interesting that it doesn't take much to forget that.

Bought to replace one I have been borrowing from a friend for (ahem) about 5 years. It's the go to. Practical, clear and well worth the money.

I purchased this as it was recommended for learning anatomy. Overall this is exactly what it does and what I particularly like is the fact that there is a Workbook as well which refers to the main book. Useful for those people who need "to do something" to learn as it has quizzes, filling in missing words and colouring. It does contain a great deal about palpitation of the muscles, so, in this part is more suited to someone doing Massage Therapy.

Really great book which shows palpation techniques and useful anatomy tips for locating muscles. Such a useful book for anyone studying anatomy

Brilliant study guide. Bought for my BTEC Level 5 Sports & Remedial Massage Course and well worth the money. The DVD is also very handy for revision and to help you see what you're working on. I still regularly refer to it and use it to brush up on areas I've not been treating as often as I do other areas.

Yes, a fascinating and very detailed guide to the body. Brim full of diagrams and explanations, I am constantly dipping in and out of it. If you want to know how the structure of the body works in detail this is the book for you. What's more the book is built to be used, not a flimsy coffee table book or paperback. Definitely a book for students but also a book for those who want to know how we work. What's more, there if even a brilliant three hour dvd shewing you how to locate your various bits and pieces.

Arrived in good condition and contained cd.A must for the serious martial artist or physio.

This is more than just another anatomy book. I guess, being qualified, I should know all this stuff anyway - but I bought this to refresh my memory and it has certainly done that. I also use it as a source of illustrations when describing thier problems to patients.The accompanying dvd is also worth watching (as long as you are prepared to sit through the waffle first)