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Master Pilates trainer Christine Binnendyk shows over-40-year-olds how to slow down the aging process - and jettison pain patterns - with this safe, simplified, and fully illustrated approach to Pilates. In just 15 minutes a day, with no equipment at all, the Ageless Pilates system retrains the body past pain and discomfort, regardless of age or current condition. Binnendyk has revolutionized the practice of Pilates with an easy-to-learn ABC system that creates youthful energy and mobility starting with the very first lesson. The ABCs - Anchor Points, Body Geometry and Comfort Choices - quickly become intuitive, allowing the system to carry from the exercise mat into everyday life. ~Anchor Points provide stability and safety for every position and movement. ~Body Geometry creates an efficient structure that works just the right amount to get results, but not so much that it causes undue wear and tear. ~Comfort Options offer the flexibility to fine tune every exercise based on how the body feels right in this moment.

• Paperback: 188 pages
• Publisher: Effortless Movement (February 28, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 098231700X
• ISBN-13: 978-0982317006
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.2 x 0.4 inches

Ageless Pilates: The Secret to Moving Comfortably, Easily and Pain-free for the Rest of Your Life [Paperback]

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Pilates Step-By-Step (Skills in Motion)

• Library Binding: 93 pages
• Publisher: Rosen Central (August 15, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1448815495
• ISBN-13: 978-1448815494
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 10.3 x 0.4 inches

Pilates Step-By-Step (Skills in Motion) [Library Binding]

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Awareness of movement potential,” says author Jo Ann Staugaard-Jones, “is key to a healthy body and injury prevention.” The Anatomy of Exercise & Movement shows readers how to gain that awareness by understanding the biomechanics of movement. In ten chapters, color-coded for easy reference, the author covers all of the major muscle and joint areas, including the spine; core region; shoulder; elbow; wrist and hand; and hip, knee, and ankle/foot joints. Most importantly, each chapter contains strengthening and stretching exercises for all of the above areas. 

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: North Atlantic Books; 1 edition (September 6, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158394351X
• ISBN-13: 978-1583943519
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 0.5 x 10.4 inches

The Anatomy of Exercise and Movement for the Study of Dance, Pilates, Sports, and Yoga [Paperback]

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"Prenatal Pilates on the Chair" offers the pregnant woman a safe and beneficial exercise routine that will see her through the whole nine months. Arm and leg as well as safe abdominal exercises are included in the color manual.

• Perfect Paperback: 55 pages
• Publisher: The Center for Women's Fitness LLC; 1st edition edition (April 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977268780
• ISBN-13: 978-0977268788
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches

Prenatal Pilates on the Chair [Perfect Paperback]

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Each day, it seems like another book about Pilates hits the bookshelves. Among this ocean of information, it becomes difficult to navigate to the practical, useable information. Additionally, the endless DVDs on Pilates "methods" often seem to be in conflict with one another. How is the average person supposed to know which advice to follow and which advice to ignore? The answer is that you have to go directly to the real world experts, who spend their day-to-day lives working directly with their clients, on their clients' Pilates progression. The real world experts that we've interviewed in this book do not spend their days on book tours, at book signings, or producing the next DVD infomercial product. The experts in this book are real life Pilates instructors, who spend their days in the gym, with their clients. Starting Pilates asks the real questions that people really want to know. Inside, we've grilled each Pilates instructor with the tough questions that the everyday person wants to know. If you're looking to gain some of the best tips and advice from the Pilates instructors who are "in the trenches", with their clients, each day, you're going to love this book.
 

• Paperback: 140 pages
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 6, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1470018969
• ISBN-13: 978-1470018962
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.3 inches

Starting Pilates! (Volume 1) [Paperback]

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Written in response to the many requests for a practical and accessible guide to exercise for scoliosis sufferers, "Pilates for Scoliosis" combines the insights of Annette Wellings, who has major scoliosis, with Alan Herdman, the UK's leading Pilates practitioner. This clear and concise book explains in accessible terms what scoliosis is, its symptoms, and its physical and psychological aspects. It includes a series of Pilates exercises, specially-designed by the authors to promote flexibility, posture and muscle strength in scoliosis sufferers as well as information on what exercises to avoid. It also offers basic strategies and practical tips for living with the condition, including useful advice on diet, rest, sitting, carrying and how to dress.

• Paperback: 158 pages
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pub; 1 edition (September 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1848190255
• ISBN-13: 978-1848190252
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 0.4 x 9.7 inches

Curves, Twists and Bends: A Practical Guide to Pilates for Scoliosis [Paperback]

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The restorative movement program has been designed to provide a comprehensive and progressive therapeutic recovery program, for every participant. This book is divided into four diverse sections: Adaptive/Beginner, Intermediate, Challenge and - a special Lymphedema Segment: StarrPower Restorative Pilates for Cancer Survivors benefits: *Helps to dissipate scar tissue through gentle stretching *Restores and maintain range of motion, .Increases strength and flexibility to involved areas of the body. *Elevates endorphin levels: relieve tension, depression, weakness, and fatigue. *Restores upright posture after surgery .Relieves stiffness in neck, back, chest (tightness etc .Improves sleep patterns Improves energy levels *Relaxes the body and calms the mind .*Improves appearance and confidence Participants are encouraged to use each segment for at least 10 consecutive weeks, before advancing to the next level.
 

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing; 1 edition (February 22, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1439269459
• ISBN-13: 978-1439269459
• Product Dimensions: 0.7 x 1 x 0.1 inches

StarrPower Restorative Pilates for Cancer Survivors: Taking Back Your Physical Power One Muscle At A Time! [Paperback]

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Stretch Out Strap Pilates by Angela Kneale, OTR, targets dynamic exercises that both lengthen and strengthen the body, while challenging core stability and control. Using the Stretch Out Strap during exercise provides sensory feedback that helps develop better posture, flexibility, muscular balance and body symmetry, as well as core strength and shoulder stabililty. These exercises heighten body awareness and relieve stress, focusing on deep breathing and quality, controlled movements. Over 40 exercises, Color photographs, Softcover, 48 pages.

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products; first edition (October 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0979988063
• ISBN-13: 978-0979988066
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.7 x 0.1 inches

Stretch Out Strap Pilates Essentials (8216) [Paperback]

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Desk Pilates brings the benefits of a little recess into each day - increasing variety of movement, improving posture, emphasizing strength and flexibility. Desk Pilates, by Angela Kneale, OTR, introduces Pilates principles, core muscles and practical ways to align your body while sitting. The Desk Pilates exercise sequence can be performed in its entirety or focus on a few mind-body movements during your day. Over 50 pages, Softcover, Illustrated.

• Paperback: 50 pages
• Publisher: Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products; first edition (October 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0979988039
• ISBN-13: 978-0979988035
• Product Dimensions: 10.

Desk Pilates: Living Pilates Every Day (8215) [Paperback]

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A fitness regime that finally removes boredom and repetition and infuses mental clarity and perfect posture.

As professionals with busy lives, we don t have time for everything we would like to do. We must choose our priorities which will yield the greatest positive influence on our lives for the time and effort expended. Pilates is well worth this investment.

Making the mental and physical connection while doing Pilates is exceptionally powerful and empowering. You will crave and channel your level of engagement and not just in your workouts. Your mindfulness in living your best life will go up and your level of stress will go down. How can you not love that!

Wishing you a lifetime of mindful movements and a balanced body.

Mind Your Body: Pilates for the Seated Professional [Paperback]

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A full color exercise workbook that uses Pilates exercises to prepare the body for successful natural birthing. This book is written by a Pilates Master teacher and certified doula and offers information on the exercises that are both safe and beneficial for birth preparation. Included are sections on the anatomy and physiology of pregnancy as well as tips on breathing and relaxation as tools for labor and delivery. Carolyne Anthony has inspired many instructors around the world with her vision of educating women about the benefits of birthing naturally. She has done this through the medium she understands the best- exercise. Her experience as a Pilates instructor and professional dancer coupled with her training as a birth doula have made this a must read book for both pilates teachers and pregnant women.

• Paperback: 180 pages
• Publisher: The Center for Women's Fitness; 1st edition (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977268799
• ISBN-13: 978-0977268795
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.2 x 0.5 inches

The Pilates Way to Birth [Paperback]

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Because of its emphasis on focused breathing, gentle stretching, and precise technique, Pilates is an ideal exercise program for expectant mothers. By following the clear explanations and photo sequences in this special lay-flat binding of Pilates Workbook for Pregnancy, readers will train and strengthen the body’s core muscles — without risking harm to mother or unborn child. Strengthening these muscle groups helps ease labor and aids in swift recovery after pregnancy. Pilates Workbook for Pregnancy uses original Pilates matwork techniques to create a program designed specifically for pregnant women. Appropriate for future mothers at all levels of proficiency, the book offers three versions of each Pilates movement: easy, for those with little exercise experience prior to pregnancy; moderate, for those who are fairly active; and challenging, for those who already practice Pilates.
 

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Ulysses Press (July 19, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569753105
• ISBN-13: 978-1569753101
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 0.3 x 10.2 inches

Pilates Workbook for Pregnancy: Illustrated Step-by-Step Matwork Techniques [Paperback]

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The most authoritative, step-by-step guide to Pilates available on the market. Popular for decades with dancers, athletes, and celebrities, the Pilates Method is the perfect equipment-free workout for a stronger, leaner, fitter body. With great emphasis on precision and awareness, not only is Pilates great for the body, but for the mind as well. Using step-by-step mat-work exercises and a wide range of programs, from beginner to advanced, Pilate's Mind and Body is the only practical guide that shows you all of the proper steps to follow and how to avoid common mistakes in your conditioning.

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT; 1st edition (March 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789484005
• ISBN-13: 978-0789484000
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.2 x 0.5 inches

Pilates: Body in Motion [Paperback]

Product Description: Unleash the Power of Pilates

A unique, highly illustrated book that offers training techniques for the mind, body, and spirit of both rider and horse, including a specially designed Pilates program for riders.

• Hardcover: 272 pages
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books (June 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570760926
• ISBN-13: 978-1570760921
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 0.9 x 10.5 inches

A Gymnastic Riding System Using Mind, Body, and Spirit: Progressive Training for Rider and Horse [Hardcover]