{"product_id":"strength-training-on-the-ball-a-pilates-approach-to-optimal-strength-and-balance-paperback-2","title":"Strength Training on the Ball: A Pilates Approach to Optimal Strength and Balance - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eColleen Craig\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA unique series of Pilates strength-building exercises using the Swiss exercise ball, resistance bands, and weights \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- From the bestselling author of \u003ci\u003ePilates on the Ball\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAbs on the Ball\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- Features specialized strength-training workouts for readers of all ages and fitness levels \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- Chapters include check points to help readers set realistic goals and tips for physical educators, coaches, and Pilates teachers \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eStrength Training on the Ball\u003c\/i\u003e Colleen Craig shows readers of all fitness levels how to build strong bones, improve balance, and reduce body fat while toning and defining the body. Combining the unique functions of the exercise ball with the endurance- and flexibility-building benefits of strength training, Craig presents 75 ball exercises using weights, resistance bands, and the body's own resistance. Her exercise variations make strength training safe for beginners, children, teenagers, and seniors and challenging enough for the seasoned athlete. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eStrength Training on the Ball\u003c\/i\u003e is modeled after Craig's groundbreaking and bestselling works \u003ci\u003ePilates on the Ball\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAbs on the Ball.\u003c\/i\u003e It contains step-by-step photographs for each of the exercises, check points to help readers set realistic yet motivating goals, and teaching tips for physical educators, coaches, and Pilates teachers. The book concludes with three specialized strength workouts: a therapeutic workout for those recovering from injuries, a basic workout for absolute beginners, and a challenging workout for athletes and gym enthusiasts.\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXERCISE \/ WORKOUT In Strength Training on the Ball, Colleen Craig shows readers of all fitness levels how to build strong bones, improve balance, and reduce fat while toning and defining the body. Combining the unique functions of the exercise ball with the endurance and flexibility benefits of Pilates-based strength training, Craig presents over 140 exercises using weights, balls, bands, and the body's own resistance. She introduces innovative work using two balls for developing core stability, the hallmark of the Pilates approach and a key to building a strong body and functional movement patterns. Her exercise variations make strength training safe for beginners, children, teens, and older adults and challenging enough for the experienced athlete. Strength Training on the Ball is modeled after Craig's groundbreaking and bestselling works Pilates on the Ball and Abs on the Ball. Step-by-step instructions and photographs outline every exercise, and each chapter contains checkpoints to help readers set realistic yet motivating goals. Personal stories throughout the book illustrate how strength training can improve quality of life. The book concludes with three specialized strength-training workouts: a therapeutic workout for those recovering from injuries, a basic workout for beginners, and a challenging workout for athletes and gym enthusiasts. COLLEEN CRAIG, author of the bestselling Pilates on the Ball and Abs on the Ball, is a certified Stott Pilates trainer and a writer. She lives in Toronto and teaches workshops worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eColleen Craig, author of the bestselling \u003ci\u003ePilates on the Ball\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAbs on the Ball\u003c\/i\u003e, is a certified Stott Pilates trainer and a writer. She lives in Toronto and teaches workshops worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 9.9 x 8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 01, 2005\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45821561110725,"sku":"9781594770111","price":27.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/6718\/5605\/files\/8KbD4irCOJ9781594770111_3fb602c0-c170-4417-aef6-b555902a4393.webp?v=1771089602","url":"https:\/\/selloorium.com\/products\/strength-training-on-the-ball-a-pilates-approach-to-optimal-strength-and-balance-paperback-2","provider":"Selloorium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}