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Thin-but-fit supermodels like Amber Valletta and Shalom Harlow and actresses like Ally McBeal's Courtney Thorne-Smith and Liv Tyler swear by Pilates workouts to keep their figures toned and flexible. The Pilates Body is the latest in a string of books dedicated to this fitness program, which is now soaring in popularity nearly 100 years after it was first developed by Joseph Pilates in Germany in the early 1900s. While today's Pilates studios take advantage of patented and intimidating-looking equipment that costs thousands of dollars (and therefore charge accordingly for private sessions), each exercise in The Pilates Body can be performed with just an exercise mat. While all parts of the body are used in the exercises, the focus is on the abdominals, or "powerhouse," which support the back; this makes Pilates an ideal exercise for those with back problems--or those hoping to prevent them.
Author Brooke Siler, who trained with Romana Kryzanowska, the oldest living protégé of Joseph Pilates, organizes her book impeccably. After discussing proper alignment and ways to modify the exercises for those with neck, knee, or lower back pain, she jumps right into the 60-plus exercises, which are divided into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. What differentiates Siler's book from the other Pilates titles is that she includes a disclaimer about the models: "The models in this book have been training in the Pilates method for years. Although their bodies may seem to represent an unrealistic ideal for many, they have worked hard to achieve their fitness goals. I hope in earnest that they do not intimidate but inspire." Also, each exercise is given a two-page spread of its own, and is accompanied by clear photographs and helpful graphics. For example, for the "inner-thigh lifts," there's an illustration suggesting that you imagine a stack of books on the lifting leg to help you increase resistance. Each exercise also includes what Siler calls "The Inside Scoop," or tips she's learned from training hundreds of clients. These include the main goal of the exercise; simple modifications for beginners; important keys to remember while doing the move; and no-nos to prevent injury. While it's important to concentrate and get the technique of each exercise down, Siler's book is perfect for anyone looking for a simple exercise program that promises results, requires a minimum of time, and can be done at home or while traveling. --Erica Jorgensen
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"Brooke is extremely knowledgeable about using Pilates as a tool to increase muscle strength and improve life energy and vitality. I love Brooke!"
--Amber Valletta
"All trainers feel committed to their clients. However, few give the dedication of a coach. Brooke is a trainer who is a coach. She pushes me to realize my potential and believes in my ability more than I do."
--Trudi Tapscott, Model Editor, Vogue magazine
"In ten sessions you will feel the difference, in twenty you will see the difference, and in thirty you'll have a whole new body."
--Joseph H. Pilates
--Amber Valletta
"All trainers feel committed to their clients. However, few give the dedication of a coach. Brooke is a trainer who is a coach. She pushes me to realize my potential and believes in my ability more than I do."
--Trudi Tapscott, Model Editor, Vogue magazine
"In ten sessions you will feel the difference, in twenty you will see the difference, and in thirty you'll have a whole new body."
--Joseph H. Pilates
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Par Konstantin Lissianski (Russia) - Voir tous mes commentaires
Ce commentaire fait référence à cette édition : The Pilates Body: The Ultimate At-Home Guide to Strengthening, Lengthening, and Toning Your Body--Without Machines (Broché)
Although I have not read or looked at any other pilates books before this one, I do agree that Siler provides very comprehensive descriptions and form pointers for each exercise. One reviewer complained that this great detail made it difficult to learn from a book (the problem of switching from performance to reviewing technique out of a book became awkward and cumbersome...) For others having this problem, or for whom this problem might make them hesitate before buying the book... one trick that helped me overcame this problem was reading the descriptions into a tape recorder which I then play as I practice each exercise. I found that it made the exercises much more fluid and I could feel the muscle groups (especially core muscles) working much more because my focus and concentration improved greatly.
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Par Konstantin Lissianski (Russia) - Voir tous mes commentaires
Ce commentaire fait référence à cette édition : The Pilates Body: The Ultimate At-Home Guide to Strengthening, Lengthening, and Toning Your Body--Without Machines (Broché)
This book is fabulous and so easy to follow. I usually shy away from exercise books (I prefer to use a video tape) since books are more difficult to follow - however, this book is totally different - I was able to follow the instructions easily right from the start. I'm still a beginner and I can't do the more advanced moves but I eventually will with Ms. Siler's precise, detailed instructions and the wonderful photos and drawings. Thank you Brook Siler for a great book. Please consider making a companion video.
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Certainement un des meilleurs livres sur le PILATES: exercices originels, progression, erreurs à éviter absolument. Ce livre offre la garantie de s'exercer à la vraie méthode Pilates, ce qui n'est pas le acs de la majorité des ouvrages. L'auteur a travaillé aux sources... Vraiment à recommander pour maitriser une méthode absolument unqiue pour la forme, la tonification du corps, la souplesse, le rééquilibrage de la posture. un remarquable complément à toute activité physique, pour récupérer, équilibrer le corps, se relaxer.
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