Introduction. -- Part I: Pilates Basics. -- Chapter 1: A Pilates Primer. -- Chapter 2: Get Ready, Get Set. -- Chapter 3: Getting on a Mat and Learning the Pilates Alphabet. -- Part II: Mat Exercises. -- Chapter 4: Pre-Pilates: The Fundamentals. -- Chapter 5: Now That You've Got the Basics Down: The Beginning Mat Series. -- Chapter 6: Feeling Stronger Every Day: Intermediate Mat Exercises. -- Chapter 7: More Than a Washboard: The Advanced Mat Series. -- Chapter 8: Maybe Someday Super Advanced Exercises. -- Chapter 9: Extra Help for the Butt and Thighs. -- Chapter 10: Meow! Stretching the Spine. -- Part III: Beyond the Mat: Exercises Using Equipment and Accessories. -- Chapter 11: Plastic Foam Never Felt So Good: The Roller. -- Chapter 12: Abracadabra! The Magic Circle or a Small Ball. -- Chapter 13. Band-Aid: using bands to enhance your pilates routine. -- Chapter 14: Size Does Matter: Exercises on the Big Ball. -- Chapter 15: Hitting the Wall for a Pilates Cool-Down. -- Chapter 16: Springs Are Busting Out All Over: An Overview of Pilates Equipment. -- Part IV: Special Situations. -- Chapter 17: Pilates for the Pregnant and Recently Pregnant. -- Chapter 18: Special Routines for Special Situations. -- Part V: The Part of Tens. -- Chapter 19: The Ten Most Important Exercises. -- Chapter 20: Ten Changes You Can Expect to See from Pilates. -- Chapter 21: Ten Simple Ways to Incorporate Pilates into Your Everyday Life. -- Chapter 22: Ten Questions to Ask When Choosing a Studio or Instructor. -- Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Complement Your Pilates Workout. -- Index.
Summary:
"Pilates For Dummies teaches you the principles of the Pilates Method of stretching, exercising, and breathing, for amazing fitness results. The book guides you through basic, intermediate, and advanced mat exercises. It's packed with exercises to help you target problem areas, gain strength and flexibility, heal injuries, and feel better than ever. With step-by-step exercises and illustrations, this book shows you how to get the most out of your mat-based Pilates routines, in the comfort of your home or wherever you're exercising. You'll also find over 100 photographs and illustrations to ensure mastery of each movement. Lead a stronger, healthier life, with Pilates." --Provided by Publisher.
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