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Balance on the Ball
Exercises Inspired by the
Teachings of Joseph Pilates
Elisabeth Crawford
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Price: $16.95
Paperback | 155 pages
ISBN: 978-0-9703716-0-7
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Summary
“Balance on the Ball” combines the smooth, controlled movements of Pilates with the instability of the Ball to provide a fun, challenging workout for people at all levels of fitness. This book is a must-have for Pilates and fitness trainers but is simple enough for even those with no athletic experience to understand. Black-and-white photographs clearly illustrate over 100 exercises, all focusing on core stabilization, muscle tone, and flexibility. Each exercise provides helpful tips for maintaining optimal form and alignment, modifications or advanced variations, and a list of muscle groups used. As the first book to integrate stability ball training with the Pilates Method, “Balance on the Ball” explains how the principles of Pilates - breathing, concentration, centering, precision, control, movement flow/rhythm - are integral to exercising on the Ball. The author emphasizes correct alignment and the quality of movement rather than the number of repetitions or speed at which they are performed. These essential concepts may be incorporated into the rest of your fitness routine, as well as into your daily life, for a greater sense of harmony and balance.
About the Author
Elisabeth Crawford is a certified Pilates instructor and former professional modern dancer. She received her BFA in Dance & Choreography from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of the Arts in 1991 and has been teaching Pilates since 1995. In addition to developing the Pilates programs at two San Francisco-based fitness centers, Crawford has taught workshops throughout the Bay Area, as well as in Italy. She has been featured in “Shape”, “Pilates Style”, ”Private Clubs”,
“BottomLine Health”, and “American Fitness magazines.
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