The Women's Health Big Book of Pilates: The Essential Guide to Total Body Fitness

by Brooke Siler

Celebrity trainer and Pilates guru Brooke Siler teams up with the editors of Women's Health to offer a comprehensive, authoritative manual on this proven fitness philosophy.

Trained by Joseph Pilates' protégé, Romana Kryzanowska, Brooke is an unparalleled expert and one of the most sought after teachers for her signature body re-shaping techniques. Combining the best of flexibility and strength training, Pilates is the path to the lean fit body every woman craves—and the Women's Health Big Book of Pilates guides readers in every step (and leg lift ... ) of the way. Using the body as the ultimate fitness vehicle, Pilates transforms bodies in record time. From moves targeting trouble zones to cardio circuits that blast fat all over, this go-to manual covers everything

· How to incorporate Pilates at work, in travel, and in your daily routine
· What props to use to best boost your workout
· Pilates principles to help combat lower back pain, stress, low energy, and more!

From basic mat moves to the right foods that fuel a lean toned figure, the Women's Health Big Book of Pilates is the go-to guide for beginners and experts alike.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health, Fitness

432 pages, Paperback

First published September 10, 2013

Reviews

[Cat Woods · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really accessible and enjoyable to read. Having done the course quite a while back, it was an excellent refresher for me on what pilates is all about. Sometimes, I think instructors take it all way too seriously and it becomes a chore for the class. I sometimes feel guilty for having fun! But I think it can and should be fun to learn about your body and to test out your strength and flexibility. Highly recommend this book to beginners through to advanced practitioners of pilates

[Ntombezinhle Nzama · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book back in 2014 and haven't really used it. Its so interesting reading about Pilates and how it can actually align and give strength to the body. I am ready to start doing Pilates! The excercises are explained in a simple manner with the aid of pictures.

[Nettye Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative book!

[AP · Rating 3 out of 5]

Poorly edited with nutrition advice in addition to pilates. Siler's 1st book, The Pilates Body, was a much better book.

[ChaChanna Simpson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was just what I needed. The beginning was all about the history of Pilates. And the rest was a detailed step by step explanation of the moves with pictures. I loved that Brooke included workout series for every level.

[Kdaca]

I bought this digital version after overusing a hardcopy of one of Siler's first Pilates books and a hardcopy Winsor Pilates book.

[Denise · Rating 4 out of 5]

I especially liked the exercises for your feet.

[Tasha]

What learned from this book: pilates is not for me.

[Stefanie Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

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