Pilates ́<U+0092> A Teachers<U+0080>́<U+0099> Manual Exercises with Mats and Equipment for Prevention and Rehabilitation

**The Pilates book for professionals:** Background information and extensive practical knowledge on using the Pilates approach in prevention and therapy. The foundations include, among others, the "Pilates Principles" (Breathing, Centering, Flow, Precision, Concentration, Control and Coordination). The extensive praxis part presents all **techniques and exercises (mat and equipment training)** with **detailed photos of movement sequences** and with precise instructions and explanations of each exercise. **Class plans** provide concrete suggestions for the design of course units with prevention orientation and **patient examples** illustrate treatment procedures and therapeutic effects of the Pilates approach for different symptoms. **- A must-have for all Pilates professionals: teachers, trainers, physiotherapists.** Foreword 5 Foreword 8 Preface 9 Acknowledgments 10 The authors 11 Contents 12 1 Introduction 16 1.1 Why Pilates as Preventative Exercise? 17 1.2 Why Use Pilates in the Therapeutic Field? 17 References 18 2 History 19 2.1 Who Was Joseph Pilates? 20 2.2 How Was Pilates Integrated into Therapy? 22 2.3 Where Is Pilates Today – In Europe and Worldwide? 23 References 23 3 The Pilates Concept 24 3.1 The Philosophy 25 3.2 The Traditional Movement Principles 25 3.3 The Traditional Series of Exercises 26 3.4 The Traditional Didactics and Methodology 27 3.4.1 The Traditional Structure of a Class 29 References 29 4 Pilates as Preventative Exercise: Foundations 30 4.1 Methodological Definition 31 4.1.1 Movement Categories 31 4.1.2 Functional Groups 33 4.1.3 Functional Anatomy 35 4.1.4 Functional Biomechanics 42 4.1.5 Pilates-Specific Terminology 44 4.1.6 Common Clinical Disorders and Contraindications 48 4.2 Parameters for Progression and Regression 52 4.3 Assessment Techniques 53 4.4 Sources of Error 62 4.5 Use of Small Apparatus 67 References 68 5 The Exercises 69 5.1 Pre-Pilates Exercises 71 5.1.1 Breathing 72 5.1.2 Pelvic Clock 74 5.1.3 Shoulder Drops 76 5.1.4 Chest Lift 78 5.1.5 Dead Bug 80 5.1.6 Side to Side 82 5.1.7 Bridging I 84 5.1.8 Roll Over I 86 5.1.9 Assisted Roll Up/Roll Down 88 5.1.10 Book Opening 90 5.1.11 Side Kick Series I 92 5.1.12 Side Lift 94 5.1.13 Spine Stretch I 96 5.1.14 Mermaid I 98 5.1.15 Scarecrow 100 5.1.16 Swan 102 5.1.17 Dart 104 5.1.18 Quadruped 106 5.1.19 Roll Down 108 5.1.20 Standing Balance 110 5.2 Pilates Exercises: Program for Progression 112 5.2.1 Hundred 112 5.2.2 Roll Up 114 5.2.3 Roll Over II 116 5.2.4 Single Leg Circles 118 5.2.5 Rolling Like a Ball 120 5.2.6 Single Leg Stretch 122 5.2.7 Criss-Cross 124 5.2.8 Bridging II 126 5.2.9 Mermaid II 130 5.2.10 Spine Stretch II 134 5.2.11 Spine Twist 136 5.2.12 Swan Dive 138 5.2.13 Single Leg Kick 140 5.2.14 Side Kick Series 142 5.2.15 Swimming 146 5.2.16 Leg Pull Front 148 5.2.17 Side Bend 150 5.2.18 Standing Single Leg Balance 152 5.3 Transitions and Stretches 154 5.3.1 Transitions 154 5.3.2 Stretches 158 References 160 6 Class Formats 161 6.1 Pilates Mat Program: Beginner 162 6.2 Pilates Mat Program: Intermediate 167 6.3 Pilates Mat Program: Advanced 172 6.4 Exercise Sequence: Pilates Using the Foam Roller 178 6.5 Pilates Mat Program For a Strong Back 186 6.6 Pilates Mat Program For Men 193 6.7 Prenatal Pilates Mat Program 202 6.8 Pilates Mat Program for Osteoporosis 207 6.9 Pilates Exercises and Functional Groups 212 References 213 7 Therapeutic Pilates: Fundamental Principles 214 7.1 ICF Classification and Therapeutic Pilates 215 7.2 The Phases of Rehabilitation 215 7.2.1 Acute Phase 215 7.2.2 Subacute Phase 216 7.2.3 Active Rehabilitation Phase 216 7.2.4 Postrehabilitation Phase 216 7.2.5 Pain and Rehabilitation 216 7.3 Strength and Pilates Training 218 7.4 Flexibility and Pilates Training 219 7.5 Neutral Zone and Dynamic Stability 219 References 221 8 Therapeutic Pilates: Applications 222 8.1 The Pilates Equipment 223 8.1.1 The Reformer 224 8.1.2 The Cadillac 224 8.1.3 The Chair 224 8.1.4 The Spine Corrector 225 8.1.5 Traditional Pilates Small Apparatus 225 8.2 Exercises Using the Pilates Equipment 227 8.2.1 Reformer 227 8.2.2 Cadillac 251 8.2.3 Chair 265 8.3 Therapeutic Exercises on the Mat 273 8.4 Aspects of Training 274 8.4.1 Comparison: Equipment vs. Mat 274 8.4.2 Movement in Muscle Chains 274 9 Therapeutic Pilates: Clinical Conditions/Patient Examples 276 9.1 Orthopedic (Chronic/Acute) 277 9.1.1 Chronic Lumbar Syndrome 277 9.1.2 Impingement Syndrome 277 9.2 Neurology (Peripheral/Central) 278 9.2.1 Condition Following Discectomy with Partial Paralysis 278 9.2.2 Multiple Sclerosis 279 9.3 Other Medical Conditions 279 9.3.1 Oncological Issues 279 9.3.2 Rheumatoid Arthritis 280 9.3.3 Fibromyalgia 280 9.3.4 Burn Out/Vegetative Dystonia 280 9.4 Surgery 280 9.4.1 Condition Following Hip or Knee TEP (Total Endoprosthesis) 280 9.4.2 Ligament or Tendon Surgery 280 9.5 Summary 281 9.6 Low-Risk High-Risk Model and “Novice to Expert” 281 9.6.1 Low-Risk High-Risk Model 281 9.6.2 “Novice To Expert” 282 10 Pilates and Motor Learning 283 10.1 Motor Learning and Prevention 284 10.2 Motor Learning in Rehabilitation 286 References 287 11 General and Specialized Instruction 288 11.1 General Instruction 289 11.1.1 Instructional Strategies 289 11.2 Specialized Instruction 297 References 298 12 Formal Basis for the Implementation of Pilates Training 299 12.1 Preventive Pilates 300 12.1.1 § 20 SGB: Current Position on Subsidizing Pilates Classes 300 12.1.2 Sports Rehabilitation Associations and Functional Training 300 12.1.3 Outpatient Rehabilitation 301 12.1.4 Physiotherapy Equipment 301 12.2 Documentation and Evidence of Efficacy 301 12.2.1 In Rehabilitation 301 12.2.2 In Physiotherapy Practice 301 12.2.3 In the Pilates Studio 301 Appendix 302 Glossary 303 Description of Anatomical Positions and Directions 304 Research Literature 307 Useful Contacts and Addresses 309 References and Further Reading 311 Index 314 Pilates For Prevention And Therapy Millions Of People Use Pilates Training To Improve Health And Fitness, Or Regain Movement Capability Following Injury Or Disease. Competent, Professional Support From Physiotherapists, Sports Teachers And Trainers Is Of Vital Importance For Every Client Or Patient. Pilates: A Teachers' Manual' Provides You, As A Professional, With Fundamental Teaching Structures And Practical Guidelines. The Concepts Which Characterized The Traditional Approach To Pilates Are Combined With The Evolved Methods Of Modern Pilates Training, And Backed Up By Current Findings In Sports Science And Kinesiology. Pilates For Prevention - Methodology - Movement Categories, Functional Systems, Functional Anatomy And Biomechanics, Et Cetera - Techniques For Testing And Classification Of Training Objectives - Modern Mat Training: Circa 40 Exercises - Class Plans Tailored To Specific Groups (beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Pre-natal, Et Cetera) Pilates For Therapy - Basics - Icf Classification, Phases Of Rehabilitation, Strength, Mobility - Exercises Utilizing The Pilates Equipment (reformer, Cadillac, Et Cetera, Small Apparatus) - Therapeutic Mat Exercises - Movement In Muscle Chains -treatment Examples From Orthopedics, Neurology, Et Cetera Clear Descriptions - All Exercises Clearly Presented On Double Pages - Concise Movement Instructions - More Than 500 Color Photographs Illustrate Movements Step-by-step - References And Practical Tips On All Themes Inter-disciplinary Relevance And Comprehensibility - With Glossary And Clarification Of Anatomical Terms The First English Edition Of The Successful German Work. Introduction -- History -- The Pilates Concept -- Pilates As Preventative Exercise: Foundations -- The Exercises -- Class Formats -- Therapeutic Pilates: Fundamental Principles -- Therapeutic Pilates: Applications -- Therapeutic Pilates: Clinical Conditions/patient Examples -- Pilates And Motor Learning -- General And Specialized Instruction -- Formal Basis For The Implementation Of Pilates Training. Verena Geweniger, Alexander Bohlander. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Mode Of Access: World Wide Web. Front Matter....Pages I-XVI Introduction....Pages 1-3 History....Pages 5-9 The Pilates Concept....Pages 11-16 Pilates as Preventative Exercise: Foundations....Pages 17-55 The Exercises....Pages 57-148 Class Formats....Pages 149-201 Therapeutic Pilates: Fundamental Principles....Pages 203-210 Therapeutic Pilates: Applications....Pages 211-264 Therapeutic Pilates: Clinical Conditions/Patient Examples....Pages 265-271 Pilates and Motor Learning....Pages 273-277 General and Specialized Instruction....Pages 279-289 Formal Basis for the Implementation of Pilates Training....Pages 291-293 Back Matter....Pages 295-310