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15 MINUTE PILATES: Body Maintenance to Make You Longer, Leaner and Stronger Ref: RWE1034

Lesley Ackland

Pilates is a system of postural, low impact exercises designed to build up strength and better posture. It aims to avoid the squarer, stockier look that can result from working out in gyms. Ackland has developed a 'body maintenance' programme which helps a wide range of problems, including back pain, RSI, arthritis, pregnancy and stress problems. Remainder mark.

176pp, 8.5x6.25, illus. ... Paperback

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Price: £2.99

BODY CONTROL: The Pilates Way Ref: RFD190H

Lynne Robinson & Gordon Thompson

The Pilates method of 'Body Control' is a highly acclaimed system of exercise that for over 60 years has, according to The Times, "been one of the best kept secrets of the fit, chic and beautiful." One of the authors, Lynne Robinson, managed to cure a life-long battle with chronic back pain - that even gentle yoga and osteopathy could not alleviate - through this method. Her message is that everyone can benefit from this system, from the elderly and those who have suffered injuries, to the top dancers and athletes who use this unique approach to keep their bodies in peak condition. Pilates tones the muscles and improves posture and flexibility safely throughout the whole body, using slow and controlled movements to avoid injury - achieving dynamic results. Learn to move with grace and balance and to use your body to its greatest advantage. The impressive list of Pilates devotees includes: Courteny Cox, Uma Thurman, Sijourney Weaver, Glenn Close, Sharon Stone, Jodie Foster, Madonna, Christian Slater and the Australian rugby team!

128pp, 9x6, illus. ... Hardback

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BODY CONTROL: The Pilates Way (Video) Ref: RXD062

Lynne Robinson

Based on the book of the same title, this video is a full instructional Pilates workout. A warm up programme, a main, more advanced programme and a winding down and relaxation session are included on this video, with an introduction by Pat Cash.

90mins ... Video

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Price: £4.07 Including VAT at 20%

CHI FITNESS: Movements & Meditations for Enhancing the Power of Your Life Force Energy Ref: RFD298P

Sue Benton & Drew Denbaum

Bringing ancient Eastern practices to the West, Chi Fitness unblocks the body's natural energy, or chi. Once chi is free-flowing, men and women quickly enjoy dramatic health and emotional benefits ranging from stress reduction to sharper thinking, from better decision-making, to higher self-esteem. Chi Fitness teaches low-impact and invigorating movements and meditation techniques, powerfully combining physical and spiritual workouts that create total health and well-being with a holistic approach that unifies mind, body and spirit. REMAINDER MARK.

240pp, 9.5x7.5, illus. ... Paperback

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THE FORCE PROGRAM: The Proven Way to Fight Cancer Through Movement & Exercise Ref: REA401

Jeff Berman, Fran Fleegler, John Hanc

"The FORCE program is a plan for living and dealing optimistically and actively with cancer," write the authors (Jeff Berman, cancer survivor, marathon runner, and founder of the FORCE program; oncologist Fran Fleegler; and fitness writer John Hanc). They tell cancer patients how they can help themselves by making gradual lifestyle changes in exercise, diet, and stress management. This book does not claim that doing so will cure cancer but suggests that patients will be in a better position to fight cancer when they strengthen their bodies and minds in conjunction with cancer treatments prescribed by their doctors. Included are illustrated exercise suggestions, nutrition tips, sample menus, and relaxation techniques.

208pp, 9x7 ... Paperback

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LIVING CHI: The Ancient Chinese Way to Bring Life Energy and Harmony into Your Life Ref: RFD427

Gary Khor

Harnessing and maximizing chi within ourselves is not only essential to our well-being, it is the key to living a truly balanced life in mind, spirit and body. This book, written by an International Tai Chi judge and Grand Master, is a wide-ranging guide to ancient Chinese practices to improve the flow of chi in our lives. This book shows readers how chi works and how to enrich our energy flow through breathing, massage, meditation, diet and Feng Shui. Living Chi also includes a Tai Chi sequence - the Lotus - that will give readers a complete, revitalizing and yet gentle workout.

152pp, 9x6, illus. ... Paperback

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MEDAU: The Art of Energy Ref: RWE1014

Lucy Jackson

Medau is an exciting form of exercise combining the rhythm of dance with graceful, natural whole body movement with an emphasis on developing poise, consciousness of self, and body tone. It mixes aerobic exercise and stretching without straining the body, leaving you fitter, leaner, healthier and more confident. Equally applicable to all ages, from 18 to 88, the movements are both restorative and energising.

128pp, 9.5x7.25, illus. ... Paperback

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PERFECT BODY THE PILATES WAY Ref: RFD884

Lynn Robinson & Caroline Brien

Body Control Pilates Perfect Body is a truly holistic and definitive guide to looking good - top to toe, inside and out, mind and body. Built up of chapters that focus on a specific part of the body - from the face down to the feet - it combines classic and new Body Control Pilates exercises with beauty advice, health information and nutritional guidance to tackle problem areas and help enhance favourite features. As well as teaching you exactly how the Body Control Pilates system works to strengthen, tone and condition the body from within, the book includes simple skincare, aromatherapy, reflexology and massage techniques, giving it a unique approach that fits easily into a modern lifestyle. The Perfect Body is crammed with inspirational tips and proven techniques from leading health and beauty experts. Full-colour, with all-new photography, 'Perfect Body' takes Body Control Pilates to a new level and incorporates its unique benefits directly into your life for maximum impact.

216pp, 10x7, illus. ... Paperback

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PILATES BODY POWER Ref: RFD713

Lesley Ackland

Body Power is an exercise system based on the Pilates method, traditionally used by ballet dancers and models, that is designed to make your body longer, leaner and stronger. The soft exercises combine low-impact but high-energy movements with realignment of posture to build your flexibility, stamina and strength. Designed to work for all ages and at all levels of fitness, the short Pilates exercises will soon leave you energized and exuding total confidence and grace. Lesley Ackland has designed a Pilates session to fit every part of your day and to tone every part of your body. With exercises from the Morning Maintenance for Bad Backs to the Pre-date Tummy Tightener, in just 15 minutes a day you too can have the lithe and beautiful body of a dancer.

180pp, 10x9, illus. ... Paperback

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THE PILATES DECK: 50 Exercises to Strengthen, Lengthen, & Tone Your Muscles Ref: RWF0455

Shirley Archer

Develop a strong and flexible body that moves with ease and grace. With these 50 Pilates exercise cards, you'll enjoy the invigorating form of mind-body exercise that targets muscles to support good posture and long muscles. Without depending on any machines, The Pilates Deck makes exercising easy by featuring mat exercises that progress from preparatory movements to more advanced exercises, as well as suggested sequences.

Boxed Deck of 50 Cards

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PILATES FOR A FABULOUS BODY Ref: REA145

Lesley Ackland

Look and feel toned, flexible and full of life. Based on her own dedication to body maintenance, Lesley Ackland has put together a fitness programme which includes pilates exercises and a nutrition plan to make everyone look and feel years younger. Resistance training and weight bearing exercise is crucial for building or maintaining bone density to ensure osteoporosis doesn't set in after menopause. These exercises are key to ensure bones are healthy and joint and general mobility is increased. And because pilates isn't a high-impact exercise regime it is ideal for the over 40s.

192pp, 8.5x6, illus. ... Paperback

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PILATES PLUS DIET: The 28-Day Shape-Up Plan with Body Control Pilates Ref: RFD714

Lynne Robinson & Fiona Hunter

Get into shape with a vibrant and balanced diet to complement the Body Control Pilates exercise programme In the practical style that has become her hallmark, Lynne Robinson combines the Body Control Pilates system with a sound, contemporary diet to help you regain a shapely figure and stay slim. Incorporating the latest cooking trends, this diet also casts a critical eye over fads such as cabbage soup, food combining and nocarb diets. The emphasis is on learning a positive and sustainable approach to exercise and eating, rather than self-denial.

144pp, 9.75x7.5, illus. ... Paperback

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THE SECRET ART OF SEAMM JASANI: 58 Movements for Eternal Youth from Ancient Tibet Ref: RWD799

Asanaro

Seamm-Jasani, an ancient Tibetan movement system, teaches us how to look and feel younger than our biological age, to increase health and decrease illness, and to find inner peace, calm, and relaxation. More than 10,000 years ago in the ancient Himalayan Mountains, an ancestral civilization committed itself to the study and development of the Science and Art for Eternal Youth. A form kept in close secrecy for millennia is now revealed for the first time in this practical and dynamic guidebook. The teachings focus on cultivating the powers of the individual's mind, the harmony of movements, and the discovery of internal potentialities as the ultimate force of self-healing to extend one's lifetime. Comparable to a cross between yoga and tai chi, this ancient Tibetan system is designed to increase vitality, balance, and Inner Energy. The Secret Art consists of slow and fluid movements that improve coordination and strengthen equilibrium between body and mind through various breathing and movement techniques. In particular, Seamm-Jasani is known for its combination of relaxation, active motion, and breathing exercises. Remainder mark.

210pp, 7.5x7, illus. ... Paperback

Published price £13.99 -- You save £7.00 ... 50%
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SIMPLY STRENGTH (Book & DVD) Ref: RXD115

Andrew Jobling

Everyone can be lean, fit and healthy - but sometimes we all need a little guidance on how to achieve our goals. All too often, we start an exercise program, maybe even join a gym - but after the initial enthusiasm, we get too busy, the weather's bad that day, the gym is too busy, and so on. But with Simply Strength, you too can attain all your fitness goals - there's no need for fancy equipment or gym membership, you can do it all in the comfort of your own home. Andrew and Sally Jobling, qualified gym instructors and trainers, show you how it's done. They take you through exercises, designed to give you increasing strength, fitness and the athletic look. The exercises are carefully graded, and have variations and alternatives you can tailor for your own fitness and performance needs.

Boxed Set

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STRETCHING Ref: RFD838

Simon Frost

Using the revolutionary Flowmotion system (strobe-like, wide-format photographs capture entire movement sequences) of displaying movement on the page, this book provides a clear and easy-to-follow flexibility programme. With background information and extensive visual guides to each stretch movement, Stretching is the perfect way to release your natural flexibility and grace. Stretching provides a complete resource guide for those who want to use stretching to enhance their physical well-being. The book's four chapters guide the reader through the whole stretching routine. The first two chapters present a general stretch health routine (including stretches designed for before and after exercise) that can be used for a complete body workout to improve flexibility. The third chapter uses focused stretches to build spinal strength and health. And the final part of the book provides a dynamic whole-body stretch workout designed to be performed without stopping.

128pp, 6x8.25, illus. ... Paperback

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TIBETAN RELAXATION: Kum Nye Massage & Movement (A Yoga for Healing & Energy from the Tibetan Tradition) Ref: REA462

Tarthang Tulku

Discover the first illustrated guide to the yogic practice of Kum Nye by Lama Tarthang Tulka encompassing breathing techniques, massage and stretching exercises. The book covers more than 70 Tibetan relaxation exercises - progressing from basic breathing, self-massage and movement exercises in the first half, to more advanced exercises in the second. Suitable for all ages, these gentle exercises promote emotional and physical well-being by relieving tension, heightening energy, improving concentration and renewing clarity of the senses. With more than 200 specially commissioned photographs coupled with simple step-by-step instructions, Tibetan Relaxation brings the benefits of this practice into the modern Western home. It is a unique book - essential for anyone who wants to live more happily and easefully in an increasingly stressful world.

144pp, 11x9.5, illus. ... Hardback

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WATER DANCE: Water Fitness for Mind, Body & Soul Ref: RFD247

Juliana Larson

Water is a gentle healer and invigorator that provides significant mental, spiritual, and physical benefits to those who move within it. Larson lovingly uses her expertise and inspiring stories to demonstrate water's positive effects on body, mind, and soul. She demonstrates water fitness exercises for healing, strengthening and overall fitness, and gives additional breathing exercises, visualisations, meditations and affirmations. "Tremendous health benefits can be achieved through water fitness programs targeted at most aging-related challenges: hypertension, heart disease, arthritis and other joint problems, obesity, and deconditioning. Aquatic programs, such as Juliana's Water Dance, can help with individual fitness and improved daily living.: -Bruce Becker.

240pp, 9x6, illus. ... Paperback

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A WOMAN'S BOOK OF POWER: Using dance to Cultivate Energy & Health in Mind, Body & Spirit Ref: RED742

Karen Andes

This easy-to-understand, step-by-step guide is for all women who want to enjoy the benefits of movement. By incorporating influences from Middle Eastern dance, other ancient sacred dances, as well as martial arts and yoga, Karen Andes has created a simple approach to movement that draws on our past and serves our modern lives. More than that, she has created a new approach to the female form, to spirituality, and to a way of life.

202pp, 9x7, illus. ... Paperback

Published price £10.99 -- You save £7.20 ... 66%
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YOGA & PILATES Ref: REA309

Caron Boster

The disciplines of yoga and pilates are complementary: they both use carefully controlled breathing to initiate movement, and both require mental focus on the present moment in order to maximise the efficacy of the movements. In a series of fully-illustrated exercise plans, the reader is guided from easy routines to more advanced movements that improve suppleness, flexibility and can aid minor health problems. With the focus on balance, coordination and control, the Pilates routines complement some of the more challenging poses of yoga, while the mental focus inherent in yoga will improve the concentration needed in pilates.

256pp, 11x9, illus. ... Paperback

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YOGILATES: Integrating Yoga & Pilates for Complete Fitness, Strength & Flexibility Ref: RFD715P

Jonathan Urla

Yogilates combines two of the hottest exercise techniques - Hatha yoga and Pilates - in a single body development technique that provides strength, grace, focus and flexibility - faster than when either discipline is performed separately. The technique was created by Jonathan Urla in 1997 and is now taught all over the world. The unifying essence of Yoga and the powerful therapeutic value of Pilates combine to produce an all-round, totally balanced, low-impact work out. As historically practiced, both yoga and pilates both contain difficult, complicated and risky exercises that detract from the technique's accessibility. Yogilates balances the spinal arching of yoga with the core strengthening moves of Pilates and pools the benefits of both disciplines into a totally safe, effective synergy. This interactive book clearly outlines the skills necessary to learn Yogilates techniques safely and how to incorporate them into a healthy lifestyle. The routines are user-friendly and the book contains several levels , with tips on when to progress on to the next one. There are also sections on improving strength in key areas such as the neck, knees and back. REMAINDER MARK.

208pp, 10x7.5, illus. ... Paperback

Published price £12.99 -- You save £8.00 ... 62%
Price: £4.99