Teaching pilates for postural faults, illness and injury : a practical guide Paperback / softback
by Jane (Member of the Pilates Foundation, Royal Academy of Dance, Royal College of Nursing, Paterson
Paperback / softback
Description
Pilates is a particularly safe and effective exercise system which aims to strengthen the body in a balanced way by specifically improving the function of the weaker muscle groups.
Emphasis is placed on strengthening the muscles of the trunk so that support of the spine increases plus posture and shape improve.
The exercises enhance overall flexibility and fitness, improving co-ordination and balance.
Muscles are gently stretched and lengthened as the exercises progress and overall body strength improves. describes the underlying principles of the exercises in physical termsdescribes the treatment of common medical conditionsprovides a manual for those in the remedial health care professions
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:284 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Health Sciences
- Publication Date:17/12/2008
- Category:
- ISBN:9780750656474
Information
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:284 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Health Sciences
- Publication Date:17/12/2008
- Category:
- ISBN:9780750656474