The Big Little Book of Pilates: The Only Book You'll Ever Need - Hardcover

Ackland, Lesley

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0007170629 ISBN 13: 9780007170623

Publisher: Thorsons, 2003

Synopsis

From the new Big Little Book series, this book explains the immensely popular age-defying body maintenance system of Pilates and presents a programme that will help you look and feel toned, flexible and full of life.

The complete guide to the exercise system traditionally used by ballet dancers and models, designed to make your body longer, leaner and stronger. Soft exercises combine low-impact but high-energy movements with realignment of your posture to build flexibility, stamina and strength.

Designed to work for all ages and at all levels of fitness.

The book explains how Pilates can help to:
· Maintain flexible and pain-free joints
· Tone and lenthen muscles
· Develop supple, graceful movement
· Improve bone density for real long-term health benefits

About this title

Review:

Reviews for Lesley Ackland’s 15 Minute Pilates:

“Rediscover streamlined thighs and firm arms, banish saggy buttocks and flabby bellies...”
The Daily Mail

“It’s particularly beneficial for those suffering from complaints such as muscle injuries, RSI, arthritis and back and joint problems.”
Options

“The results: smoother; firmer; thinner anything. Whatever part of your body you want to work on, it can change its shape.”
Good Housekeeping

Synopsis:

This title explains the popular age-defying body maintenance system of Pilates and presents a programme that should help you to look and feel toned, flexible and full of life. It contains soft exercises that combine low-impact but high-energy movements with realignment of your posture to build flexibility, stamina and strength. The exercises are designed to work for people of all ages and at all levels of fitness. The book also explains how Pilates can help to: maintain flexible and pain-free joints; tone and lengthen muscles; develop supple, graceful movement; and improve bone density for real long-term health benefits.

About this edition

• Publisher: Thorsons
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0007170629
• ISBN 13: 9780007170623
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 400