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Ellie Herman's Pilates Mat (Paperback)

by Ellie Herman (Author, Editor), n/a (Illustrator)
Key Phrases: neutral spine, breathing continuously, coccyx curl, Starting Position, Magic Circle, Door Frame Arms (more...)
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Finally, a complete manual for Pilates Mat exercises by internationally renowned Pilates expert Ellie Herman. This guide is meant for Pilates Instructors and fitness professionals as well as Pilates aficionados who want a deeper understanding of their own practice. This book takes you through the classic Pilates Mat repertoire and introduces original exercises developed by Ellie Herman and her instructors over the last fifteen years. Included in the book are: step by step photo sequences, detailed description of over 80 Pilates Mat exercises, proper breathing and specific alignment cues, thumbnail cheat sheets, benefits and contraindications, rehabilitation applications, special tips and imagery.

About the Author
Ellie Herman, formerly a professional dancer and choreographer, has taught Pilates for over fifteen years, and has developed a unique language to communicate the essence of the Pilates method. Ellie travels around the world teaching Pilates at conferences and private studios, focusing on teacher training and professional education. Ellie Herman Studios in San Francisco, Oakland and Brooklyn, are dedicated to Pilates-based fitness, rehabilitation, teacher training, and continuing education. Ellie invented a new piece of Pilates equipment called the Pilates Springboard, an inexpensive and space-saving variation of the Wall Unit/Cadillac which is now being manufactured by Balanced Body. Other titles by Ellie Herman: Pilates for Dummies, Pilates Workbook on the Ball, Pilates Props Workbook, Pilates Reformer, Pilates Springboard, Piltates Cadillac, and Pilates Wunda Chair. Ellie Herman also has a master of science degree in Acupuncture and herbal medicine. She continually strives to expand her approach to bringing balance back to the body.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 191 pages
  • Publisher: Ellie Herman Books; 1st edition (July 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0976518147
  • ISBN-13: 978-0976518143
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #124,972 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Mat Book on the Market, July 20, 2008
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This is hands down the best pilates mat book I have found on the market (and I have searched). It includes about 30 pages of incredibly informative tips and explanations on key pilates points that we think we understand but we don't. Ellie has a way of explaining the complicated in a simple but profound way. The remainder of the book is similar to her other books with detailed explanations of exercises, from beginning to super advanced, both classical and her own inventions (which are most often far more fun to learn and execute). It is the only matbook I have ever used where you can actually learn a new exercise from a book. And at the end she has picture-based mat programs broken down by level. I gave this book as a gift to a new teacher in my studio and she said, "This is exactly what have needed all along." Highly highly recommended. Donna Pourteymour, Studio Owner, Surrey, England.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, April 6, 2008
I have ordered many of Ellie's books and this one is to the same high standard. Lots of great teaching points and pointers. Great buy.
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