Ebook: Strength Training on the Ball: a Pilates Approach to Optimal Strength and Balance

Intro; Title Page; Acknowledgments; Contents; Introduction: Function Versus Strength; Liuda's Story; Recovering Function and Strength; Connecting the Dots: A Pilates Approach; Not a Recipe Book; 1. The Ball and The Method; Aquilino's Story; The Pilates Method: Over Ninety Years Old and Growing Strong; Why Pilates-Based Ballwork?; Check-In: Getting Started; 2. Breathing and Releasing; Maria's Story: Freeing the Rib Cage; The Three-Dimensional Breath; Rest As You Go: An Italian Story; The Breathing Exercises; Ball Breathing; Chest Opener with Arm Circles; Breathing and The Hundred;Strength Training on the Ball offers step-by-step photographs for each exercise, realistic yet motivating goals, and teaching tips for physical educators. Three specialized workouts are included: a therapeutic workout for recovery from injuries, a basic beginner's workout, and a challenging workout for athletes and gym enthusiasts. Safe for beginners, children, teenagers, and seniors, with new challenges for the seasoned athlete.