My Pilates Guru

Paperback

Main Details

Title My Pilates Guru
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Anya Hayes
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback
Pages:176
Dimensions(mm): Height 244,Width 191
Category/GenreExercise and workout books
ISBN/Barcode 9780753729816
ClassificationsDewey:613.7192
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Octopus Publishing Group
Imprint Bounty Books
Publication Date 23 April 2012
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

My Pilates Guru provides the reader with the ultimate in practical instruction by combining the benefits of a fully-illustrated book with a free instructional app. The book provides core illustrated theory and step-by-step guides to Pilates positions and exercises. All the exercises are heavily illustrated, making it easy for you to follow along at home, and the book provides in-depth instruction that takes you from the basics through to the more advanced exercises. The book is structured to give core theory and explain the history of Pilates, include instructions on the basic, beginner, intermediate and advanced positions, and help with designing your own sessions. The My Guru application uniquely enhances the Pilates learning experience by giving you a free application that is downloadable onto your iPhone or iPad via the App Store. This allows you to take your Guru with you and get instruction wherever you choose to exercise. Its versatility allows you to design sessions that will suit your level of ability while making it easy to track your exercise history and monitor key aspects of your health.

Author Biography

Anya Hayes is a Pilates instructor based in London, and has been practising Pilates for 10 years. Anya trained with the world-renowned Body Control Pilates in London, and has a passionate belief in restoring natural fluid movement and greater wellbeing into busy modern life. In her teaching Anya hopes to make the life-changing benefits of Pilates available to all ages and fitness levels, to encourage the overall health of body and mind. Anya is a member of the Body Control Pilates Association (BCPA) and The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS).