Muscle: The Gripping Story of Strength and Movement

Muscle tissue is essential for bodily functions, athletics, and aesthetics. Orthopedic surgeon Roy A. Meals explores its anatomy, biology, history, and health in Muscle, breaking down the three types and discussing advancements in medicine and fitness. He also offers insight into the changing cultural conception of muscle and shares fascinating examples of strange muscular maladies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2023
Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Muscle tissue is the powerhouse that drives every heartbeat, blink, jog, jump, and goosebump. It is the driving force behind essential bodily functions such as digestion, childbirth, and remarkable athletic achievements. Through exercise, we have the power to shape and sculpt our muscles, witnessing the transformative results.

In his captivating book, orthopedic surgeon Roy A. Meals takes us on a fascinating exploration of anatomy, biology, history, and health. He delves into the three distinct types of muscle: smooth, skeletal, and cardiac, shedding light on their roles and advancements in medicine and fitness. From cutting-edge gene-editing research to the science behind popular muscle conditioning strategies, Meals unravels the mysteries of our muscles.

Along the way, he offers insightful perspectives on the changing aesthetic and cultural conception of muscle, from Michelangelo's iconic David to modern-day bodybuilders. He also shares captivating examples of strange muscular maladies and their innovative treatments.

Packed with fun facts and infectious enthusiasm, Muscle is a enlightening and captivating journey into the astonishing, essential tissue that moves us through life.

Weight: 498g
Dimension: 161 x 236 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781324021445