{"title":"Books \u0026 Guides","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore Pilates books and guides to support your learning and movement practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pilates-for-beginners-core-pilates-exercises-and-easy-sequences-to-practice-at-home-paperback","title":"Pilates for Beginners: Core Pilates Exercises and Easy Sequences to Practice at Home - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKatherine Corp\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKimberly Corp\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo matter your fitness level learning to do Pilates means going back to the basics. Teaching you core Pilates exercises with step-by-step guidance and easy sequences, \u003cem\u003ePilates for Beginners\u003c\/em\u003e is the ultimate starter guide a confident at-home Pilates practice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom your first time on the mat to finishing a complete sequence, this book develops your Pilates regimen with a progressive, easy-to-follow program. Complete with clear instructions, photographs, and tips to do the exercises right, this is your go-to reference to keep your body supple and mobile and add more life to your years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis workout guide gives you all the information you need to make Pilates part of your daily routine with: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilates 101\u003c\/strong\u003e that explains the philosophy and guiding principles of Pilates--Centering, Concentration, Control, Precision, Breath, and Flow--to incorporate into workouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 easy-to-follow exercises\u003c\/strong\u003e that include warm-ups, cool downs, and bonus strengthening exercises, with photographs, checklists, and tips to help guide you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgressive sequences\u003c\/strong\u003e that lay a strong foundation for body awareness in the introductory program, and build strength, spinal mobility, flexibility, and control from Level 1 to Level 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePilates is a source of lifelong energy, strength, and flexibility for both your mind and body. Start building your practice and feel the difference with \u003cem\u003ePilates for Beginners\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 174\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.9 x 8.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 27, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085170536511,"sku":"9781641521505","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6970\/2207\/files\/mXew58CJBQ9781641521505.webp?v=1791667571"},{"product_id":"the-complete-book-of-pilates-for-men-the-lifetime-plan-for-strength-power-peak-performance-paperback","title":"The Complete Book of Pilates for Men: The Lifetime Plan for Strength, Power \u0026 Peak Performance - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDaniel Lyon\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive, take-anywhere exercise program designed to improve men's strength, flexibility, balance, and posture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave years of office work wreaked havoc on your posture? Could your tennis or golf game use a boost? Do you appear or feel older than your age? Or do you carry yourself in a manner that expresses strength, power, and peak performance to everyone around you?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, Pilates has become a popular exercise program, especially among women. Many books on the subject show lithe female bodies stretched across their covers. Top Pilates instructor Daniel Lyon Jr. aims to break the preconception that Pilates only benefits and appeals to women. \"This couldn't be further from the truth,\" he asserts. \"Joseph Pilates was a cigar-smoking boxer, acrobat, and gymnast, and he developed his exercise program from that background for men first.\" Likewise, Lyon designed this book specifically with men in mind, as the number of male Pilates practitioners -- among them professional athletes, actors, businessmen, and other high-profile personalities -- has rocketed to about three million and continues to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor athletes, working stiffs, and men recovering from injuries, Lyon offers the first comprehensive exercise program of its kind. He walks you through forty \"traditional mat\" exercises and more than sixty \"reformer on the mat\" exercises -- each one brilliantly illustrated -- in an inspiring self-guided program that adapts to all experience levels and requires nothing more than floor space, an exercise mat, and the desire to look and feel your best. Using the Pilates method of engaging the strongest parts of the body, or the \"powerhouse\" (Joseph Pilates's term for the abdominals, hips, lower back muscles, and buttocks), and integrating all other body parts from this core, Lyon's program targets trouble spots for men and helps them achieve strong, lean, masculine physiques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Complete Book of Pilates for Men\u003c\/em\u003e will deliver quick and long-term results to any man who seeks optimal fitness and a competitive edge in all aspects of his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive, take-anywhere exercise program designed to improve men's strength, flexibility, balance, and posture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave years of office work wreaked havoc on your posture? Could your tennis or golf game use a boost? Do you appear or feel older than your age? 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Top Pilates instructor Daniel Lyon Jr. aims to break the preconception that Pilates only benefits and appeals to women. \"This couldn't be further from the truth,\" he asserts. \"Joseph Pilates was a cigar-smoking boxer, acrobat, and gymnast, and he developed his exercise program from that background for men first.\" Likewise, Lyon designed this book specifically with men in mind, as the number of male Pilates practitioners -- among them professional athletes, actors, businessmen, and other high-profile personalities -- has rocketed to about three million and continues to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor athletes, working stiffs, and men recovering from injuries, Lyon offers the first comprehensive exercise program of its kind. He walks you through forty \"traditional mat\" exercises and more than sixty \"reformer on the mat\" exercises -- each one brilliantly illustrated -- in an inspiring self-guided program that adapts to all experience levels and requires nothing more than floor space, an exercise mat, and the desire to look and feel your best. Using the Pilates method of engaging the strongest parts of the body, or the \"powerhouse\" (Joseph Pilates's term for the abdominals, hips, lower back muscles, and buttocks), and integrating all other body parts from this core, Lyon's program targets trouble spots for men and helps them achieve strong, lean, masculine physiques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Complete Book of Pilates for Men\u003c\/em\u003e will deliver quick and long-term results to any man who seeks optimal fitness and a competitive edge in all aspects of his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 352\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.02 x 9.2 x 7.38 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 27, 2005\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085170569279,"sku":"9780060820770","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6970\/2207\/files\/hb9eSPnuPq9780060820770.webp?v=1791667577"},{"product_id":"the-womens-health-big-book-of-pilates-the-essential-guide-to-total-body-fitness-paperback","title":"The Women's Health Big Book of Pilates: The Essential Guide to Total Body Fitness - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBrooke Siler\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eEditors of Women's Health Maga\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCelebrity trainer and Pilates guru Brooke Siler teams up with the editors of \u003ci\u003eWomen's Health \u003c\/i\u003eto offer a comprehensive, authoritative manual on this proven fitness philosophy.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTrained by Joseph Pilates' protégé, Romana Kryzanowska, Brooke is an unparalleled expert and one of the most sought after teachers for her signature body re-shaping techniques. 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From moves targeting trouble zones to cardio circuits that blast fat all over, this go-to manual covers everything including: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- \u003ci\u003eHow\u003c\/i\u003e to incorporate Pilates at work, in travel, and \u003ci\u003ein your\u003c\/i\u003e daily routine\u003cbr\u003e- What props \u003ci\u003eto use to\u003c\/i\u003e best boost your workout\u003cbr\u003e- Pilates principles to help combat lower back pain, stress, low energy, and more! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom basic mat moves to the right foods that fuel a lean toned figure, the \u003ci\u003eWomen's Health Big Book of Pilates \u003c\/i\u003eis the go-to guide for beginners and experts alike.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrooke Siler is the founder of the re: AB Pilates studio and teacher training program in New York City. 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