The Pilates method of body conditioning has long since won the hearts and minds of millions of exercise enthusiasts who have discovered its ability to create a slimmer, more toned physique. Now, in Pilates—Get on the Ball, leading Pilates practitioner Michael King adapts key Pilates exercises for the exercise ball to make this rigorous fitness method even more effective. Based on the concept that performing slow, controlled Pilates moves on the "wobbly" ball forces us to use our core muscles more intensely, King walks you step-by-step through thirty-eight exercises—all of which include progressions into greater degrees of difficulty and can be modified to suit your personal needs. The exercises are guaranteed to:
• Build sensational muscle tone, definition, and endurance
• Develop your core strength and stability
• Improve your posture and coordination
• Increase your flexibility
• Give you an increased sense of body awareness
• Relax and center your mind
Challenging enough to satisfy seasoned Pilates devotees and accessible enough to inspire the sedentary newcomer, Pilates—Get on the Ball is a terrific addition to your workout regimen, helping you build a strong, toned body and a refreshed mind.
