Science of Pilates: Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect Your Practice (The Science of Fitness)

Name: Science of Pilates: Understand the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect Your Practice (The Science of Fitness)
Price: 9.99 USD
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Rating: 4.8 (710 reviews)
Author: Tracy Ward

by Tracy Ward

Nonfiction Self Help

4.8 (710)

4.8 stars from 710 reviews. Top 93% of Nonfiction books we track.

224 pages~3.7 hr readPublished by Kindersley Ltd., DorlingPublished 2022-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You already do Pilates and want to understand what's actually happening in your body with each movement.
You're curious about the physiology behind fitness and prefer evidence-based explanations over vague cues.
You're a Pilates instructor or trainer who needs to explain proper alignment and muscle activation to clients with authority.

Maybe not for you if...

You're looking for a beginner's Pilates routine or step-by-step instructions to follow along at home.
You prefer learning through video or in-person classes rather than reading detailed anatomical breakdowns.
You want motivation and philosophy about Pilates. This is pure mechanics and science, not inspiration.

About this book

Science of Pilates examines the physiology of 30 key Pilates exercises in detail, using annotated artworks to illustrate the mechanics of each movement. The book explains how Pilates exercises can strengthen the core, improve flexibility and posture, and reduce stress and anxiety. Each exercise is analyzed to show muscle and joint actions, safe alignment, blood flow and respiration effects, and movement angles. The book is grounded in scientific research and covers how Pilates benefits multiple body systems. It includes variations on standard movements and a Q&A section addressing the science behind different aspects of the exercise system, designed to help readers achieve technical excellence and maximize the physical and mental benefits of their practice.

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Price has dropped 5 times over the last 4 years. Goes on sale roughly every 193 days. Typically stays discounted for 161 days.

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Currently around #27K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller. Climbing the charts — 31% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.8★ from 710 reviews

Gaining approximately 17 new reviews per month. Rating has remained stable at 4.8 over the tracking period.

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