Book description
'Remarkable . . . A singular book about the true meanings of strength and flexibility, about our ability to define who we are and who we might be' Ed Yong, New York Times bestselling author of An Immense World and I Contain MultitudesFrom the bestselling author of Why We Swim comes a mind-expanding exploration of muscle that will change the way you think about how we move and why it matters.Cardiac, smooth, skeletal-these three different types of muscle in our bodies make our hearts beat; push food through our intestines, blood through our vessels, attach to our bones and help us move. Individually, they do different things. Collectively, they drive us through our days.Join athlete and writer Bonnie Tsui as she jumps headfirst into the intriguing world of muscle from the five angles of strength, form, action, flexibility and endurance. Tsui introduces us to the first female weightlifter to pick up the famed Scottish Dinnie Stones, then takes us on a 50-mile run through the Nevada desert that follows the path of escape from a Native boarding school, giving the concept of endurance new meaning. She travels to Oslo, where cutting-edge research reveals how muscles help us bounce back after injury and illness, an important aspect of longevity. She jumps into the action with a historic Double Dutch club in Washington, D.C., to explain anew what Charles Darwin meant by the brain-body connection.On Muscle is a powerful reminder that using our muscles promote longevity, joy, and, most important, the feeling that we can do anything.
Lope Lope
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Trash
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Marshmallow
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Brick Mooch
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Twiddle Twix
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Troubadour
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Mauve Cactus
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Infinite Hole
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Indigo Red
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Mercury Reborn
Audiobook immersion made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook has redefined my workout routine. The controls are so user-friendly. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the clarity of recordings and makes my listening sessions more enjoyable.
Petite Flurry
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Cujo
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Emerald Vine
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Admiral Tot
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Hairpin
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QuestQuill
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Frosty Squid
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
Star Sword
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Stacker of Wheat
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All Natural
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience