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The little book of pilates : illustrated exercises to energize your mind and body / Rachel Lawrence.

By: Lawrence, Rachel [author.].
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Chichester, UK : Vie, [2023]Copyright date: ©2023Description: 28 pages : illustrations ; 15 cm.Content type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9781800076952 (paperback); 1800076959 (paperback).Subject(s): Pilates method | Be FitDDC classification: 613.7192
Contents:
The pilates system -- Getting started in pilates -- Beginner's exercises -- Intermediate exercises -- Advanced exercises.
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General lending MTU Bishopstown Library Lending 613.7192 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available Wellbeing Collection - Be fit 00198524
General lending MTU Bishopstown Library Lending 613.7192 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available Wellbeing Collection - Be fit 00198523
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Delve into this introduction to the popular practice of Pilates and learn all you need to know to energize your mind, body and spirit



Discover the wonders of Pilates with this easy-to-follow guide, filled with helpful tips and practical information on this low-impact yet highly effective exercise. This little book contains all you need to know to kick-start your at-home workout routine and improve posture, build strength and increase flexibility.



Whether it's your first time on the mat or you're a seasoned pro, the teachings in these pages offer the benefits of Pilates to everyone, no matter your fitness level. Containing step-by-step instructions for a variety of workouts - from beginner to advanced level - this book is the ultimate guide to developing your fitness in the comfort of your home.



This book includes: Breakdown of the Pilates system with guidance on the six core principles: concentration, control, center, flow, precision and breathing Step-by-step instructions for 36 different Pilates exercises, with illustrations to guide you Uplifting quotations to inspire positive thinking and enhance your Pilates practice

Includes index.

The pilates system -- Getting started in pilates -- Beginner's exercises -- Intermediate exercises -- Advanced exercises.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Introduction (6)
  • Chapter 1 The Pilates System
  • Chapter 2 Getting Started in Pilates (27)
  • Chapter 3 Beginners' Exercises (51)
  • Chapter 4 Intermediate Exercises (73)
  • Chapter 5 Advanced Exercises (99)
  • Conclusion (124)
  • Index (126)

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Rachel Lawrence , known as "The Girl with the Pilates Mat" on YouTube, is a Pilates expert with over 150k subscribers. Originally from London she now lives in Brighton, UK with her husband and rescue dog, Boo Boo. She loves beach walks, healthy food and daily movement. She has written for healthy lifestyle blogs and websites and this is her first book.