Pilates for Men: Fit for Sport - Fit for Life [Paperback]

Alan Herdman (Author), Gill Paul (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2007

Originally developed to help soldiers wounded in World War I regain strength and flexibility, Pilates now has a devoted following, including many professional dancers and athletes. And more and more health-conscious men are turning to Pilates to strengthen the body’s core, increase muscle power and suppleness, address posture and stress-related conditions, and speed recovery from injury. Aided by 250 color photographs revealing proper technique, one of the world’s most celebrated Pilates instructors presents basic, intermediate, and advanced workouts, including sport-specific programs for golf, tennis, running, cycling, and many more, as well as advice for constructing a customized personal fitness plan.

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About the Author

Alan Herdman is a world-renowned Pilates expert. He has established Pilates exercise studios in several countries, including opening the first Pilates studio in London in 1970. Three of his books, Pilates: Creating the Body You Want, The Busy Person's Guide to Pilates and Pilates Plus are published by Gaia Books.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Gaia; 1 edition (September 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1856752682
• ISBN-13: 978-1856752688
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #959,188 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Not useful, May 7, 2011

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This review is from: Pilates for Men: Fit for Sport - Fit for Life (Paperback)

This is not a useful book. It is not even specific for men. I wonder why it states that it targets that audience. One would be better off buying a more thorough, comprehensive book and apply that knowledge to practice.