Ballet for Life: Exercises and Inspiration from the World of Ballet Beautiful

Description

A chic and instructional guide to the Ballet Beautiful program, featuring dance-inspired training regimens, and health and wellness tips, that help readers transform their bodies through the lessons of ballet. In 2008, former New York City Ballet dancer, Mary Helen Bowers created Ballet Beautiful, a fitness program inspired by the aesthetic and athletic sensibilities of ballet. Currently available through online streaming, a DVD series, and private classes at their two New York City studios, Ballet Beautiful is a favoured exercise and lifestyle brand for models, actresses, and women around the world.

Mary Helen Bowers is a professional ballet dancer and CEO of Ballet Beautiful. For ten years, she danced with the New York City Ballet at Lincoln Center and stages around the world. In 2008, she launched Ballet Beautiful, a fitness and lifestyle brand inspired by the elegance, beauty, and athleticism of ballet. Ballet Beautiful now has a global membership with A-list celebrities, supermodels, and other jet-set clientele. Currently, Bowers lives with her husband in New York City.

"The book includes exercises, posture lessons, and wellness tips, accompanied by 150 photographs." -Publishers Weekly "This week, the artist and teacher releases Ballet for Life (Rizzoli), a gorgeous monograph shot by Inez & Vinoodh displaying each component of Ballet Beautiful, from workout techniques to fashion, beauty and wellness" -CR Fashion Book