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Trail Guide to the Body
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504 pages, Spiral-bound
First published September 1, 2010
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July 2, 2025
Did it help me learn anatomy? Yes. Did I cry because I had to learn the entire book in 6 weeks? Also yes.
January 2, 2015
Since I am into strength training in general and want to perform some maintenance on my body, this book and other books like Kelly Starret's Becoming a supple Leopard or Tom Meyers Anatomy Trains are a great resource for everyone to locate and treat disfunctions in your body.
Great Illustrations and a very good summary of Trigger Points make this my go to book when to locate specific muscles tendons etc.
Great Illustrations and a very good summary of Trigger Points make this my go to book when to locate specific muscles tendons etc.
August 4, 2023
If you’re reading this Dr. Erika, Kelly, or Katie thank you ✌🏻
December 11, 2025
Loved this text! Super helpful and easy to apply the information
March 27, 2026
Awesome book. Wish I'd had it as a hypochondriac teen, afraid of my own skeleton like Ray Bradbury haha
March 9, 2023
I bought this book a few years ago whilst completing my sports massage (SM) qualifications, however I barely glanced at it, not thinking I'd benefit from reading it... how wrong I was...
I picked it up again this year whilst studying for my anatomy exams (chiropractic degree) and I am now questioning my sanity whilst preparing for my SM and the sheer amount of stress I would have not had to deal with if I'd only opened this book.
The book talks through the anatomy clearly and concisely, the "trails" are worded extremely well and the descriptions of the anatomical landmarks make it extremely easy to identify said landmarks on palpation of a client. I have used this book more than others (such as Greys Anatomy) which may be more detailed, because of how clear and concise the information is. It doesn't waffle and doesn't over-complicate what is an already complex topic. For anyone studying for a more hands on profession, I believe this book is a great tool to aid in your learning. Mine is currently full of post-it notes, highlighting and more notes than any other textbook I own. One point I believe would be a beneficial addition would be including the vascular supplies of the muscles.
I've recommended this to all students on my course and will likely continue to use it throughout my degree, possibly into my professional practice
I picked it up again this year whilst studying for my anatomy exams (chiropractic degree) and I am now questioning my sanity whilst preparing for my SM and the sheer amount of stress I would have not had to deal with if I'd only opened this book.
The book talks through the anatomy clearly and concisely, the "trails" are worded extremely well and the descriptions of the anatomical landmarks make it extremely easy to identify said landmarks on palpation of a client. I have used this book more than others (such as Greys Anatomy) which may be more detailed, because of how clear and concise the information is. It doesn't waffle and doesn't over-complicate what is an already complex topic. For anyone studying for a more hands on profession, I believe this book is a great tool to aid in your learning. Mine is currently full of post-it notes, highlighting and more notes than any other textbook I own. One point I believe would be a beneficial addition would be including the vascular supplies of the muscles.
I've recommended this to all students on my course and will likely continue to use it throughout my degree, possibly into my professional practice
January 22, 2018
I totally love this book - it's the best musculoskeletal anatomy book I've come across - it's basically a picture book with not too much text, which is my kind of book! So simple and so beneficial for my line of work in Exercise Physiology, Massage and Education and Training. Recommend it to anyone studying anatomy or working in the field and wanting a super simple book that's easy to refer to at any time needed.
December 22, 2016
Een fantastisch boek voor iedereen die het menselijk lichaam (en dan vooral de botten en spieren) beter wil leren kennen! Het staat al een tijdje in mijn kast en ik grijp er nog geregeld naar terug. De illustraties in dit boek en filmpjes op de bijbehorende DVD zijn voor mij onmisbare hulpmiddelen bij twijfel over de locatie van een bepaalde spier.
October 9, 2015
By far the most practical anatomy book I've ever encountered for those of us who primarily deal with the musculoskeletal system -- massage therapists, movement therapists, yoga and martial arts teachers. Get a study buddy; you're going to need one for the palpation exercises.
May 8, 2014
Great anatomy text. Very useful with a creative format.
April 3, 2015
Wonderful book for anatomists, body-workers, medical professionals, teachers, athletes, and anyone else with a body.
October 22, 2015
fabulous! workbook is a great pairing , as well as the trail guide flashcards
December 17, 2015
This was the textbook for clinical skill. Very practical
February 14, 2016
This is a textbook for my Kinesiology class with the Massage Therapy program and I believe I will use it as a resource for the rest of my career.
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May 24, 2017
I like this book, Read this for my functional anatomy class.
January 29, 2019
The ultimate beginner's book on anatomy.The illustrations are marvelous and the videos that accompany the book online make the information so easy to remember !
January 6, 2020
Clear, concise and informative. Great illustrations and witty musings which really help to break up the content and keep you engaged.
July 23, 2022
Excellent anatomy diagrams, and great surface anatomy for palpation
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