The World's Most Popular Workout Using the Exercise Ball!
Certified Pilates Instructor Colleen Craig brings together the principles and exercises of the highly effective Pilates method with the unique functions of the exercise ball. Photos by dance photographer David Hou accompany each exercise to give readers visible clues on how to perform the exercises safely and effectively.
Inspirational case histories, personal anecdotes, and anatomy on the ball lessons weave throughout this comprehensive book. There is also a chapter on rehabilitation and the prevention of injuries. The reader will learn how to use the ball to enhance relaxation, centre the body with specific Pilates based breathing exercises, strengthen the abdominals, heal and prevent lower back pain, retrain postural muscles, and build core strength.

In addition to Pilates specific exercises, the exercise ball is fantastic for stretching and for enhancing cardiovascular fitness.
179 pages with more than 400 photographs.