Exercises To Do at Home Inspired by the Joseph Pilates Method.
Take control of your body with Pilates, a series of exercises that teaches your muscles to work in synergy with your body's structure.
Pilates is a highly efficient method of body conditioning that focuses on posture, breath control, flexibility, and toning and strengthening muscles. Pilates is safe for all ages since its slow, controlled movements strengthen muscle without risk of injury.
'PilateSystem' explains the theory behind Pilates and step-by-step colour pictures show you how to perform the exercises. With clear instructions and useful watch points, you can follow the expert's advice as you exercise at home.
These exercises are appropriate whether you are new to exercise or - like the many dancers and athletes who favour this method - looking for an exercise to work in harmony with your body's structure. With practice, you will not only notice a fitter, leaner, more supple body, but you will also correct muscle imbalances and relieve muscular complaints such as sore backs and stiff shoulders.
The exercise routines in this book, as taught by Trevor Blount, a Pilates teacher for 15 years and founder member of the PilatesFoundation UK Limited, can be performed either on their own or in conjunction with studio work.
