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This bool represents the first major publication in 1934 by Joseph H. Pilates and includes his early Twentieth Century philosophies, principles, and theories about health and fitness. He bases his work on the concept of a balanced body and mind, drawing on the approach espoused by the early Greeks.
Joseph Pilates has been nothing short of revolutionary in his impact on the world of fitness and exercise. You will learn in this book his observations and conclusions about people's approach to physical fitness. He describes the results of decades of scientific study, experimentation and research into the variety of troubles and ills that upset the balance of body and mind.
Pilates makes extraordinary claims about the benefits of his defined science of 'Contrology' and very specifially defines this science for all to read and understand. He was living testimony to the validity of his own teachings. In this book he exemplifies and clarifies the beneficial impact of his work.
In this book, you will learn Joseph Pilates' fundamental tenets of posture, body mechanics, and correct breathing. You will discover his first teachings about spinal flexibility, physical education, and his law of natural exercises. It is a fascinating look into Pilates' original thinking and analysis and represents the foundation of an entire discipline embraced by fitness enthusiasts, health educators, and exercise trainers around the world.
Contents
Chapter 1 A grave situation
Chapter 2 Health-A normal and natural condition
Chapter 3 Dreadful conditions
Chapter 4 Heading downward
Chapter 5 Common sense remedies
Chapter 6 'Contrology'
Chapter 7 'Balance of body and mind'
Chapter 8 First educate the child!
Chapter 9 Proved facts!
Chapter 10 New style beds and chairs
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While some of his personal philosophies reflected early 20th Century viewpoints, his athletic and fitness doctrines were years ahead of his time.Joseph Pilates has been nothing short of revolutionary in his impact on the world of fitness and exercise. You will learn in this book his observations and conclusions about people's approach to physical fitness. He describes the results of decades of scientific study, experimentation and research into the variety of troubles and ills that upset the balance of body and mind.
Pilates makes extraordinary claims about the benefits of his defined science of 'Contrology' and very specifially defines this science for all to read and understand. He was living testimony to the validity of his own teachings. In this book he exemplifies and clarifies the beneficial impact of his work.
In this book, you will learn Joseph Pilates' fundamental tenets of posture, body mechanics, and correct breathing. You will discover his first teachings about spinal flexibility, physical education, and his law of natural exercises. It is a fascinating look into Pilates' original thinking and analysis and represents the foundation of an entire discipline embraced by fitness enthusiasts, health educators, and exercise trainers around the world.
Contents
Chapter 1 A grave situation
Chapter 2 Health-A normal and natural condition
Chapter 3 Dreadful conditions
Chapter 4 Heading downward
Chapter 5 Common sense remedies
Chapter 6 'Contrology'
Chapter 7 'Balance of body and mind'
Chapter 8 First educate the child!
Chapter 9 Proved facts!
Chapter 10 New style beds and chairs
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ISBN
096149378X / 9780961493783
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