Pilates is one of the fastest growing exercise trends. Now
Ellie Herman, a renowned Pilates instructor and author, shows how
to make Pilates more interesting and enjoyable. In this book, she
introduces the reader to popular workout accessories that expand
and amplify Pilates matwork exercises.This book details each prop''s
unique characteristics and explains how it can enhance Pilates in
its own way: the magic circles tone arms, the small ball held
between the legs shapes thighs, the foam roller stretches the chest
and shoulders, and the large exercise ball builds core
stability.The author guides the reader step by step through photo
sequences of specially designed exercises as well as variations on
traditional Pilates movements. Each series takes full advantage of
the different props'' abilities to produce results in less time and
with less strain. A bonus chapter describes the author''s Pilates
Springboard, an inexpensive and space-saving variation of the
classic Pilates Cadillac. This make-it-yourself piece of equipment
provides the same full-body workout as large studio equipment but
at a fraction of the cost.