TY - BOOK AU - Ward,Tracy AU - Lewis,Arran TI - Science of Pilates: understand the anatomy and physiology to perfect your practice SN - 0744064236 AV - RA781.4 .W37 2022 U1 - 613.7192 23/eng/20230102 PY - 2022/// CY - New York, NY PB - DK Publishing KW - Exercise KW - Physiological aspects KW - Human anatomy KW - Pilates method KW - Instructional and educational works KW - lcgft N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 220-222) and index N2 - Did you know that performing Pilates can strengthen your core, improve flexibility and posture, and help to reduce stress and anxiety at the same time? Backed by scientific research, learn how Pilates exercises benefit every system in the body. Science of Pilates reveals the facts with annotated artworks that show the mechanics, the angles, how your blood flow and respiration are affected, the key muscle and joint actions working below the surface of each exercise, safe alignment, and much more! ER -