STOTT PILATES® Essential Reformer Manual includes the complete range of Essential-level Reformer exercises, which are executed using the specially designed STOTT PILATES Reformer. Modifications for each exercise are included to increase challenge or facilitate the movement. Movement essence is detailed for each variation including muscular emphasis and goals of the exercise. Each page features step-by-step photographs and clear descriptions.
Respected by fitness and health practitioners worldwide, STOTT PILATES mind-body exercise builds on the essence and principals of the late Joseph H. Pilates work by incorporating modern knowledge about the body. The STOTT PILATES facultys main focus is on developing the safest and most effective programming available -- and teaching people to become the most professional and successful instructors they can be. Whether youre working one-on-one in a rehabilitative setting, as a personal trainer or with a small group at a fitness facility, the emphasis on high-caliber contemporary teachings remain the same: Optimal Musculoskeletal Performance - Strength, flexibility and endurance without risking injury or building bulk. With a focus on core stability, including pelvic and shoulder girdle stabilization, neutral alignment and breathing, the STOTT PILATES method also helps restore the natural curves of the spine, relieve tension and enhance self-confidence. The result: A balanced and aligned body that feels revitalized and moves with ease - important goals for your clients, whether they are rehab patients or elite athletes.