Exercise Your Way to a Happy Hysterectomy (and beyond) is a wonderful resource for any woman about to undergo the surgery. Written by Nancy Golinski, an ACE certified personal trainer and college professor, the book is divided into four sections:
Before simple things to help prepare, both mentally and physically, for the big event
During what you can expect in the hospital and gentle moves to do there
After things to do at home to help your body heal
And Beyond all the problems you may encounter down the road and how to address them
The book focuses on exercise and includes over 60 moves with easy-to-follow instructions and photos. Other topics include stress reduction, pain management, nutrition, and how to stay motivated. This is a must-read for any woman who wants to take charge of her health and have a positive hysterectomy experience.
Author Bio
Nancy Golinski is an American Council on Exercise certified personal trainer. She has a Master's degree in Exercise Science and has been a college professor for the past 10 years. She is very passionate about health and fitness and empowers women to make healthy choices. In the past Nancy was a member of a sailing team and competed in international events. These days she prefers more quiet activities such as yoga, hiking, and weight-lifting. Nancy underwent a hysterectomy in 2011 at the age of 44. This is her first book.