The Pilates Body : The Ultimate At-Home Guide to Strengthening, Lengthening, and Toning Your Body--Without Machines - by Brooke Siler

Everything you’ve always wanted to know about Pilates, you can find in “The Pilates Body” by Brooke Siler.

Here’s a brief synopsis of the topics addressed in this great book:

What is Pilates?

“Pilates is a unique system of stretching and strengthening exercises...”

What can it do?

“It strengthens and tones muscles, improves posture, provides flexibility and balance, unites body and mind and creates a more streamlined shape.”

Do I have to go to a class or gym?

No...“the Pilates matwork is designed to fit into the physical and time constraints of the individual without diminishing its comprehensive elements.”

What are some of the philosophies behind the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning?

1. “Physical Fitness is the first requite of happiness”
2. “Reducing stress and fatigue”
3. “Using visual images to engage your mind and body”
4. “Triggering instinctual muscle reaction through visual images”
5. “Making the connection between pilates and your daily living”
6. “Never do 10 lbs of exercise for a 5 lb movement”
7. “Quality versus quantity”
8. “Take back your power by believing you can”
9. “Committing yourself to physical and mental self-improvement”
10. “Breaking away from the gym/trainer trap”

What are some of the Principles?

These include:

• CONCENTRATION
• CONTROL
• CENTER
• FLUIDITY
• PRECISION
• BREATH
• IMAGINATION
• INTUITION
• INTEGRATION

You also get beginning to advanced workouts with instructions and pictures. This is the best instructional book on Pilates I’ve seen, so don’t miss checking it out! Click here for more information, including several “5-Star” Book Reviews, and to order this publication at a 20% discount! It could make a great holiday gift.