Once practiced mainly by dancers and celebrities, Pilates-a low-impact technique that engages the mind and body in strengthening muscles and improving flexibility and posture-has inspired a whole new generation of enthusiasts who have discovered its ability to create a slimmer, more toned physique. Now, in Pilates-Get on the Ball, leading Pilates practitioner Michael King adds an exciting new dimension by adapting key exercises for the exercise ball. Based on the concept that performing Pilates moves on the "wobbly" ball forces us to use our core muscles more intensely, King offers readers a range of exercises that make this rigorous method of body conditioning even more effective. The handy, portable format with each exercise photographed in two-color throughout provides the perfect guide for clarity and exact range of movement. Of course, it can also be modified to suit individual requirements, while several program options show how to combine exercises. Challenging enough to satisfy seasoned Pilates devotees and accessible enough to inspire the sedentary newcomer, Pilates-Get on the Ball fully explores the advantages of working on the ball and shows readers step-by-step how to build strong, dynamic bodies and refreshed minds.
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MICHAEL KING has been a teacher of Pilates for over twenty-two years. He currently works at The Pilates Institute, his studio and training center in London, and with the Pilates Institute team, providing Pilates training for many of the national fitness chains in the U.K. and around the world. King lives in London.
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The exercises are clearly presented and range in complexity from simple to challenging. Some offer excellent review for those experienced in matt Pilates while others create new challenges. Highly recommended for the beginner and the experienced. The execution of the printing is very good, and the quality binding should make this soft covered book last a long time.
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Sit on the ball in the neutral spine position. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
activate your center, imprint your spine, neutral spine position, global muscles, percent contraction, lengthen your spine, functional fitness, plank position, core muscles, keep your neck, transversus abdominis, functional strength, pelvic floor muscles Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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Sit on the ball in the neutral spine position. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
activate your center, imprint your spine, neutral spine position, global muscles, percent contraction, lengthen your spine, functional fitness, plank position, core muscles, keep your neck, transversus abdominis, functional strength, pelvic floor muscles Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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