Pilates on the Ball: The World's Most Popular Workout Using the Exercise Ball - Softcover

Colleen Craig

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0892819812 ISBN 13: 9780892819812

Publisher: Inner Traditions Bear and Company, 2001

Synopsis

Non-impact Pilates exercises on the ball can be adapted for all levels of ability from fitness trainers and weekend athletes to those healing from injury or chronic back pain. · Shows how to practice Pilates techniques without expensive equipment. · Profusely illustrated with black-and-white photographs for maximal learning. The Pilates Method of body conditioning is a highly effective workout technique that strengthens the body while engaging the mind. Developed in the early twentieth century by accomplished boxer and gymnast Joseph Pilates the Pilates Method aligns the body; builds long lean muscles; and develops core abdominal strength. Many lifestyle and fitness magazines have named Pilates the hottest workout of the decade. In a first-of-its-kind fusion PILATES ON THE BALL merges the principles and exercises of the highly effective Pilates Method of body conditioning with the unique functions of the exercise ball used by Olympic coaches dancers and athletes to fine-tune body awareness and enhance physical performance. The ball magnifies and intensifies the benefits of the carefully developed and refined Pilates Method. Because maintaining balance on the ball recruits the deep stabilizing muscles of the spine the postural muscles are strengthened . Intense enough to engage seasoned athletes yet accessible enough to use as an everyday exercise routine or to alleviate chronic pain PILATES ON THE BALL builds strong bodies and engaged minds.

About this title

Review:

"Craig offers a unique and exciting synthesis of the Pilates Method of body conditioning and the Swiss exercise ball, providing a new, low-impact way to get fit.", Arizona Networking News, April/May 2002

"A unique and exciting synthesis of two highly-acclaimed fitness techniques. . . provides a new, low-impact way to get fit.", Total Health, September/October 2001

From the Back Cover:

PILATES /EXERCISE Certified Pilates trainer Colleen Craig offers us a unique and exciting synthesis of the Pilates Method of body conditioning and the Swiss exercise ball, providing a new, low-impact way to get fit. Using the exercise ball, there is no need for the expensive equipment or studio time required in Pilates training. Developed in the early twentieth century by accomplished boxer and gymnast Joseph Pilates, the Pilates Method--named by many lifestyle and fitness magazines as the hottest workout of the decade--aligns the body, builds long, lean muscles, and develops core abdominal strength. The exercise ball, used by Olympic coaches, dancers, and athletes to heighten body awareness and enhance performance, provides a perfect base for performing the graceful, strength-building Pilates movements. Throughout her program Craig integrates the mind and body, offering breathing and relaxation techniques that accompany the ballwork. The personal stories and inspirational quotes included in the text illustrate how Pilates can improve your way of life. A handy exercise log makes it possible to track your workouts and monitor your individual progress. And, most important, step-by-step instructions and more than 300 photographs detail the Pilates principles and challenge all ability levels. Intense enough to engage seasoned athletes yet gentle enough to alleviate chronic pain and help heal injuries, Pilates on the Ball builds strong, flexible bodies and healthy minds in an innovative way. COLLEEN CRAIG is a Certified Pilates Trainer and writer. She lives in Toronto and teaches workshops throughout the world.

About this edition

• Publisher: Inner Traditions Bear and Company
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0892819812
• ISBN 13: 9780892819812
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192