Science of Pilates: Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect Your Practice

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I've been teaching pilates and yoga for over 30 years and this book has definitely added to my skills and repetoire. It might not be the best way to teach yourself but for teachers or people with class experience looking to develop a home practice it is perfect - especially if you use the recommended routines to develop your practice. All the mat pilates exercises are covered with progressions and modifications and, unlike many other books, explanations of the benfits of each exercise so you can buid balanced routines. Exercises are grouped into sections of stability, rotatory, strength and mobility making it easy to select a balanced range of exercises. There are a range of programmes at the end (3 beginners which can be mixed and matched, 5 intermediate and 5 advanced) and lots of other specific programmes for sports, specific health issues, back problems. The background sections are really useful without being too long and tedious and include a couple of pages on advances in anatomical research which explain why we teach differently now compared to the original 60s exercises. An introduction to muscle slings which although short and basic is enough for understanding where pain and tension can originate from and might inspire you to learn more about this area. Then sections on how pilates helps with pain, stress and aniety - great for your sales technique.

Book is the best

This book is absolutely beautiful and so well done! The visuals are stunning — every movement and muscle group is explained with clear anatomical illustrations that really help you understand what’s happening in your body during each exercise. I love how it combines science with practical Pilates knowledge — it’s not just theory. It actually helps you feel and perform the movements better. The explanations are detailed but still easy to follow, even if you’re not an anatomy expert. I’ve been doing Pilates for a while, and this book has helped me correct my form and understand why certain cues matter so much. It’s perfect for instructors, students, or anyone who wants to go deeper into their practice. The quality of the printing and the paper is excellent too — definitely feels like great value for the price. I highly recommend it!

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