The Complete Book of Pilates for Men
The Complete Book of Pilates for Men

Author: Daniel Lyon

Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks

Published: 2005-09-27

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 9780060820770

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A comprehensive, take-anywhere exercise program designed to improve men's strength, flexibility, balance, and posture Have 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? In 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. For 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. The Complete Book of Pilates for Men will deliver quick and long-term results to any man who seeks optimal fitness and a competitive edge in all aspects of his life.

Pilates for Men
Pilates for Men

Author: Sean Vigue

Publisher: Sean Vigue

Published: 2018-04-05

Total Pages: 61

ISBN-13: 0985195711

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The #1 Bestselling Fitness Book from International Fitness Instructor Sean Vigue! Sean has helped millions of guy of all ages and fitness levels become stronger and healthier with Pilates...why not YOU? This all fitness levels, easy to follow total Pilates training manual includes 35 dynamic Pilates mat exercises (only your body weight is needed. No equipment necessary.) complete with color photos, descriptions and add-ons/modifications so you'll get a great workout no matter your age or fitness level. There's also 6 complete Pilates workouts (beginner, intermediate, advanced, hard abs, strong back, athletic training) so you can get moving right away and reaping the many benefits of adding Pilates to your life: strength, control, endurance, flexibility, massive core strength, agility, focus and pure POWER. You can also train directly with Sean as all of the 6 workouts have been filmed and added to his popular YouTube channel with links in the book. It's always Sean's goal to make getting in incredible shape as convenient, effective and fun as possible. Never underestimate the importance of cross training (combining of various exercises and workouts to work various parts of the body) so Sean has included an exclusive training program (link provided) which includes 10 different diverse and challenging workouts from Power Yoga to Cardio Core. You will never get bored with your workouts! Pilates is the perfect stand alone workout or can be added into your current routines. It's super convenient and can be done anywhere and anytime according to your schedule and will dramatically enhance your performance on every level, for EVERY sport and EVERY activity....Pilates has you covered!

Pilates for Men
Pilates for Men

Author: Elyse McNergney

Publisher: Hatherleigh Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 9781578261871

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Percy is incredibly accident-prone, and holds the dubious record of the most accidents. Percy has had a small rivalary with Harold, however, they are always willing to help each other when in trouble.

The Anatomy of Pilates
The Anatomy of Pilates

Author: Paul Massey

Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1556437803

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'The Anatomy of Pilates' shows what actually happens to the body's muscles and joints during Pilates exercises. Each two-page spread features detailed anatomical illustrations of an exercise (with muscle actions highlighted in red), a detailed description of the exercise and its objectives.

Pilates for Beginners
Pilates for Beginners

Author: Denis Kennedy

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2011-08-15

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 144884827X

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This easy-to-follow guide describes how to develop a comprehensive practice program for Pilates. Readers start with a self-assessment to choose their level of physical ability, then explore the principles that support Pilates practice while learning about the internal and external forces that affect the body. Next, a personal practice program—detailed in a thirty-six step-by-step sequences—takes readers through a total workout for the body and mind.

Pilates for Men Over 40
Pilates for Men Over 40

Author: Adeline Jensen

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2023-10-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Are you a man over 40 who wants to improve your health and fitness? Do you want to reduce your risk of injury and improve your posture? If so, then Pilates is the perfect exercise for you! Pilates is a low-impact exercise that focuses on strengthening the core, improving flexibility, and promoting balance. It is a great exercise for men of all ages and fitness levels, but it is especially beneficial for men over 40. Pilates can help you to: ★Improve your core strength: A strong core is essential for good posture and preventing injuries. Pilates exercises are designed to strengthen all of the muscles in your core, including your abdominals, back, and pelvic floor. ★Improve your flexibility: Pilates stretches help to improve your range of motion and reduce muscle tension. This can help to reduce your risk of injury and improve your overall performance in other activities. ★Promote balance: Pilates exercises challenge your balance and coordination. This can help to improve your safety and performance in everyday activities. If you are looking for an exercise that can help you to improve your overall health and fitness, then Pilates is the perfect choice for you. Pilates is a safe and effective exercise that can be modified to meet your individual needs and fitness level. In the book "Pilates for Men Over 40", you will learn: The benefits of Pilates for men over 40 How to perform Pilates exercises safely and effectively A variety of 34 Pilates exercises with illustrations that are specifically designed for men over 40 Order your copy of "Pilates for Men Over 40" today and start improving your health and fitness! This book is the perfect way to get started with Pilates, or to improve your Pilates practice

The Rough Guide to Men's Health (2nd edition)
The Rough Guide to Men's Health (2nd edition)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Rough Guides UK

Published: 2013-01-17

Total Pages: 411

ISBN-13: 140932446X

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Spiralling work stress, junk food overload, and makeover madness all make staying healthy seem a taller order than ever before. The Rough Guide to Men's Health provides you with everything you need to know to ensure your lifestyle isn't at war with your health. Avoiding flabby waffle and well being puritanism, features include: - Wherever, whenever - down-to-earth health advice whether you are in the kitchen, the bedroom, the gym, out on the town or simply looking in the mirror; - How to improve performance - life coach strategies aimed at optimizing your outlook so you can feel your best every day; - Wear and tear - identifying the causes of health problems and what to do about them, with "how it works" features on key problem areas like the back and gut and how to cope with sport's injuries, and; - Tooling up: getting back into shape, sex and relationships, returning to work, and staying sane plus the low down on supplements. Now available in ePub format