Pilates Express: Get Maximum Results in Minimum Time

Pilates Express: Get Maximum Results in Minimum Time

by Lynne Robinson
Pilates Express: Get Maximum Results in Minimum Time

Pilates Express: Get Maximum Results in Minimum Time

by Lynne Robinson

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Overview


'The Queen of Pilates' - The Times


'Lynne is the undisputed First Lady of Pilates' - The Observer


40 quick-fix Pilates workouts to fit into your daily schedule



Suitable for all fitness levels, these 10-minute mini workouts are each designed for a different part of your day - morning, noon and evening.

Starting with The New Fundamentals, Lynne Robinson's programme features more than 100 illustrated step-by-step exercises, many of which are brand new to Pilates. As well as increasing your strength and flexibility, there are dedicated exercises to boost your immune system and improve the efficiency of your breathing. You'll also discover how Pilates can benefit both your mental and physical health, helping you to reset your lifestyle, cope with stress and restore balance in your body.

Whether you want to lose weight, improve your fitness or tone up, this essential guide will help you integrate Pilates into your daily life and achieve your goals.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781914239038
Publisher: Octopus
Publication date: 01/06/2022
Sold by: Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format: eBook
Sales rank: 971,788
File size: 62 MB
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About the Author

Lynne Robinson is one of the world's most respected Pilates teachers. She is the founder of Body Control Pilates, which is seen as an international benchmark for safe and effective teaching. Her bestselling books include The Pilates Bible, Pilates for Life and Pilates for Pregnancy. She has also produced highly popular DVDs. In demand internationally, she frequently lectures at conferences throughout the world and has taught Pilates in countries as varied as the US, Japan, South Africa, Thailand and Australia.


www.bodycontrolpilates.com

Table of Contents

Introduction

Your Weight 10

Chronic Stress 12

The Polyvagal Theory 14

Your Respiratory Health 22

Your Immune Health 24

A Balanced Life 26

The Pilates Express Programme

Before You Begin Tips for Good Pilates Practice 30

The New Fundamentals 33

Exercises for Respiratory Health 94

Exercises for a Healthy Immune System 122

Exercises for Strength and Flexibility 154

The Pilates Express Workouts

Morning Workouts - Wake-Up Workouts; Mat and Standing; Tips for Exercising Outdoors 181

Midday Workouts - Seated, Standing and Sit to Stand/Stand to Sit Workouts. Advice on Sit to Stand/Stand to Sit 186

Evening Workouts - Strength and Flexibility Workouts; Relaxing Workouts 194

Mindful Pilates Practice 198

Working Your Heart 200

Further Information 204

References 205

Index 206

Acknowledgements 208

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