Ellie Herman's Pilates Workbook on the Ball: Illustrated Step-by-Step Guide (Dirty Everyday Slang)

**FOLLOW THE STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOS IN THIS BOOK TO QUICKLY AND EASILY LEARN OVER 50 PILATES-BASED MOVEMENTS PERFORMED ON THE EXERCISE BALL**Specially designed by San Francisco—based Pilates expert Ellie Herman for her studio clients, the exercises in this book combine the powerful slimming and shaping effects of Pilates with the low-impact, high-intensity workout of the ball. Adding fun, variety and increased effectiveness, the ball transforms traditional Pilates moves into an unparalleled workout offering:**•Aerobic conditioning •Muscle toning •Body sculpting •Fat burning •Improved posture •Mental concentration**Each of the movements—from beginner bounces to super-advanced balances—are explained with clear captions and easy-to-follow photo sequences. Ellie Herman's Pilates Workbook on the Ball shows how proper use of the Physioball makes it easier to gain the strengthening and slimming effects of the Pilates technique. Originally developed for physical therapy patients, the ball is a low-impact, high-intensity fitness tool that adds fun, variety, and effectiveness to a workout session. A certified Pilates instructor for ten years, Herman offers comprehensive aerobics and exercise routines utilizing the ball to reposition classic Pilates exercises. By combining the ball with Pilates, Herman demonstrates how to strengthen key muscles while slimming and shaping the body in easy-to-follow photo sequences. The exercises are appropriate for both beginners and for more advanced Pilates practitioners. Published with a convenient lay-flat binding, over 200 photos are included to precisely demonstrate proper techniques and abbreviated movements to help beginners get started. Ellie Herman's Pilates Workbook on the Ball offers a straightforward way to learn Joseph Pilates's authentic techniques. FOLLOW THE STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOS IN THIS BOOK TO QUICKLY AND EASILY LEARN OVER 50 PILATES-BASED MOVEMENTS PERFORMED ON THE EXERCISE BALL Specially designed by San Francisco—based Pilates expert Ellie Herman for her studio clients, the exercises in this book combine the powerful slimming and shaping effects of Pilates with the low-impact, high-intensity workout of the ball. Adding fun, variety and increased effectiveness, the ball transforms traditional Pilates moves into an unparalleled workout offering: •Aerobic conditioning •Muscle toning •Body sculpting •Fat burning •Improved posture •Mental concentration Each of the movements—from beginner bounces to super-advanced balances—are explained with clear captions and easy-to-follow photo sequences.