The Pilates Handbook
A Young Woman's Guide to Health and Well-Being
Pilates is an exercise system that is suitable for all people--regardless of age and fitness level. It improves posture, strengthens the core muscles, and helps increase stamina, flexibility, and poise. "The Pilates Handbook" looks at the origins and development of Pilates, and how it can enhance mental as well as physical well-being. The exercise section begins with some basic warm-up movements, then works through a series of beginner, intermediate, and advanced exercises. It also demonstrates exercises using a Swiss ball and other equipment. Whether the reader already uses the Pilates method or is an absolute beginner, "The Pilates Handbook" is an excellent and indispensable guide.
* Reviews *
Series Review: A Young Woman's Guide to Health and Well-Being"...Empowering enough to instill confidence that readers could walk into their first class with a solid knowledge base, the guides are appropriate for both beginners and for aficionados who need reference sources."
--School Library Journal
Book Review: The Pilates Handbook
"A lot of detailed information explains the how and why of Pilates with wonderful photos providing step-by-step instruction. Excellent and thorough treatment of the topic."
--Fran Rader, Cleburne High School
