Strength Training on the Ball

Author: Colleen Craig
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1620550601
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 393

Book Description
A unique series of Pilates strength-building exercises using the Swiss exercise ball, resistance bands, and weights • From the bestselling author of Pilates on the Ball and Abs on the Ball • Features specialized strength-training workouts for readers of all ages and fitness levels • Chapters include check points to help readers set realistic goals and tips for physical educators, coaches, and Pilates teachers In Strength Training on the Ball Colleen Craig shows readers of all fitness levels how to build strong bones, improve balance, and reduce body fat while toning and defining the body. Combining the unique functions of the exercise ball with the endurance- and flexibility-building benefits of strength training, Craig presents 75 ball exercises using weights, resistance bands, and the body's own resistance. Her exercise variations make strength training safe for beginners, children, teenagers, and seniors and challenging enough for the seasoned athlete. Strength Training on the Ball is modeled after Craig's groundbreaking and bestselling works Pilates on the Ball and Abs on the Ball. It contains step-by-step photographs for each of the exercises, check points to help readers set realistic yet motivating goals, and teaching tips for physical educators, coaches, and Pilates teachers. The book concludes with three specialized strength workouts: a therapeutic workout for those recovering from injuries, a basic workout for absolute beginners, and a challenging workout for athletes and gym enthusiasts.

101 Ways to Work Out on the Ball

Author: Elizabeth Gillies
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 1616739207
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
A full-color photographic book with 101 different moves you can do with an exercise ball. Exercise balls are cropping up in gyms all over the world, are sold in places like Kmart and Target, and are becoming the latest fitness craze. The thing is, what the heck do you do with the ball once you've bought it? Pilates, yoga, and more! Liz Gillies, respected fitness trainer and star of several best-selling exercise videos, shows you 101 things you can do with a ball to tone, trim, and firm up.

Pilates For Dummies

Author: Ellie Herman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0764553976
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 371

Book Description
A user-friendly guide that teaches you the origins and philosophy of the Pilates method and helps you set realistic fitness goals and custom tailor a program Once the secret fitness weapon of professional dancers, athletes, and movie stars, Pilates is sweeping the country and becoming more popular than ever. If half of what its many fans claim is true, then it’s easy to see why. Combining elements of yoga, dance, gymnastics, and boxing, along with many original movements, Pilates exercises build muscle tone, improve flexibility and balance, lengthen the spine, increase body awareness, and repair past injuries. Most people who’ve done it, even for a short time, say they feel stronger and more energized, centered, and physically confident than ever before. They also like having the flat tummies, tight buns, and long lean thighs of a dancer. Pilates For Dummies is your gentle introduction to the Pilates method without the high cost of private instruction. Packed with easy-to-follow exercises an plenty of photos, it helps you develop your own Pilates fitness program to do at home or in the gym and how to use eight basic Pilates principles to get the most out of your mat-based routines. With this practical guide by your side, you can: Look and feel better than ever Get stronger, more flexible, in control, and less prone to injury Target and tone problem areas Tone and strengthen your abs, buns, thighs, and arms Repair chronic stress and sports injuries Whether you’re just starting out with Pilates or know a few exercises and want to learn more, the book covers: Basic, intermediate, and advanced mat exercises How to use Pilates exercise equipment and accessories How to target specific areas of your body including the stomach, back, thighs, and chest Pilates for the pregnant and recently pregnant body How Pilates can help heal injuries and reform your posture The fun of combining Pilates with other forms of exercise, including yoga, swimming, aerobics, and more Additionally, you’ll learn simple ways to incorporate Pilates into your everyday life, changes you can expect to see from practicing Pilates, and questions to ask if you decide to join a Pilates studio or hire a Pilates instructor. Get your copy of Pilates For Dummies to start designing a Pilates fitness program just for you.

Core Strength Workout

Author: Karon Karter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610593618
Category : Pilates method
Languages : en
Pages : 222

Book Description
Transform your body with the exercises dancers, gymnasts, and Olympic athletes count on to stay strong, slim, and sexy. With The Core Strength Workout as your guide, you'll target the critical torso muscles that make the difference between fat and fabulous. You'll walk taller, sleeker, and leaner within weeks! Book jacket.

Pilates Illustrated

Author: Portia Page
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
ISBN: 9780736092906
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 229

Book Description
A guide to lengthening and strengthening muscles while improving posture, flexibility, and balance.

The Exercise Ball Bible

Author: Lucy Knight
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 9781592335657
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The Exercise Ball Bible is the most up-to-date, authoritative and comprehensive guide to maximizing the use of this ever-popular exercise equipment. Whether your goal is to stay trim and toned or you need to correct your posture, professional dancer and fitness trainer Lucy Knight offers over 200 exercises to help you lose weight and improve your strength and flexibility. With more than 300 full-color photographs, this book demonstrates the many different ways you can make use of your ball and offers a workout option for every stage of life. Chapters include exercises for getting toned, tight, and strong; fun cardio routines for burning fat; ball-assisted pilates and yoga; ball stretches for a healthy back and posture; and ball exercises for easier pregnancy and birthing.

Pre-Pilates and Beyond

Author: Christina Maria Gadar
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733786416
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 126

Book Description
"Pre-Pilates and Beyond" will broaden your understanding of Pilates as a complete Method. From wiggling the tip of your nose, to cartwheeling across the room, this book has something for everyone. Since the exercises in "Pre-Pilates and Beyond" are the lesser-known exercises of the Pilates Method, each exercise is accompanied with photos and a detailed description. "Pre-Pilates and Beyond" includes: Pre-Pilates Exercises: Movements that target every body part, from the bottom of the feet to the top of the head. They are performed lying down on a mat, sitting in a chair, or standing, and can be done using everyday household items such as a pencil, rubber band, hair elastic, tennis ball, rolling pin, footstool, book, marble, and a towel. Wake-Up Exercises: Invigorating exercises performed with a bath towel. They can be done after a morning shower. Basic Matwork with a Towel: The basic mat routine done with a small towel to deepen stretches and provide additional support. Joe's Archival Routine: Exercises inspired by the gymnastic-based strength training movement called Physical Culture. Romana's Standing Exercises: Creative dance-inspired exercises that use a play-based approach to movement. With the help of your certified Pilates teacher, you can choose the exercises that best suit your needs. Use this book together with "Pilates: An Interactive Workbook" to create a well-rounded home-based routine that will improve your sense of autonomy and inspire you to assemble creative workouts tailored to your individual needs.

Pilates on the Ball

Author: Colleen Craig
Publisher: Inner Traditions / Bear & Co
ISBN: 9780892819812
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description
Fitness expert Craig presents a unique and exciting synthesis of two highly acclaimed fitness techniques: Pilates Method and the Swiss exercise ball. 200 photos.

p-i-l-a-t-e-s Core Stability Ball Instructor Manual Levels 1 - 5

Author: Catherine Wilks - Hoffman
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1365093921
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 166

Book Description
The p-i-l-a-t-e-s Core Stability Ball Instructor Manual contains 76 detailed exercises. A challenging piece of equipment, the Core Stability Ball gives you a fantastic workout due to it's multidirectional movement capacity. This manual is the final of the 27 p-i-l-a-t-e-s Instructor Series, currently the largest Pilates exercise resource in the world.

Pilates

Author: Isabel Eisen
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 147778165X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
Illustrated with photographs of a practicing Pilates expert and diagrams that show the muscle groups that get a workout during each featured Pilates exercise, this instructional guide has everything a reader interested in Pilates needs to begin crafting their own personalized regimen. Beginning with an explanation of what Pilates is and the history of how it was developed and going on to discuss modern principles and equipment, this guide emphasizes correct body placement, proper breathing techniques, and injury prevention. Includes a range of basic, intermediate, and advanced Pilates exercises and numerous step-by-step workouts to try.