Pure Pilates by King Michael
Pilates is the exercise and movement form currently taking studios and health clubs across the world by storm. Originally developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1930s, the low-impact technique is designed to strengthen and lengthen muscles safely and without adding bulk, resulting in better posture and perfect body shape! This book concentrates on the 'pure' Pilates matwork exercises as originally taught by Joseph Pilates in clear, easy-to-follow steps. Each exercise is illustrated with a series of specially commissioned duotone photographs, showing clearly how the body should be positioned. Special tips will allow you to modify the exercises for the beginner, and charts of exercise programmes provide guidance on appropriate levels of exercise. Pure Pilates gives both men and women the pure, original way to a lean, toned body, perfect posture and calm mind.- Clearly demonstrates the original matwork exercises by Joseph Pilates - they require no equipment and contain no modification of the authentic Pilates' techniques - Author has taught Pilates for over 20 years, both in Europe and the USA - Each exercise is illustrated step-by-step with top-quality photographs - Packed with tips on technique, motivating thoughts and ideas for fitting the programme into your week
Michael King has been an exercise professional for the past 20 years. He was first introduced to Pilates as a professional dancer and studied with third generation teacher Alan Herdman, subsequently qualifying as a Pilates teacher. He first taught at London's Pineapple Dance Studios and then worked with the Houston Dance Company for eight years before moving to Los Angeles. In Los Angeles, Michael was an instructor at Voight Fitness and personal trainer to a celebrity clientele, including Faye Dunaway. He is now director of the Mind-Body Studio at Holmes Place health club at the Barbican, teaching Pilates and Matwork classes.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781840002669 |
| ISBN 10 | 1840002662 |
| Title | Pure Pilates |
| Author | King Michael |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Octopus Publishing Group |
| Year published | 2000-03-30 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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