Welcome to Pilates like you've never seen it before.

With detailed descriptions, thorough instructions, and 46 beautifully illustrated exercises, the Second Edition of Pilates Anatomy will help you deepen your knowledge of how to stretch, strengthen, and achieve the best possible coordination of specific muscles. As you train to tone your body, stabilize your core, improve your balance, and increase your flexibility, you will know which muscles are activated each time in each exercise and understand how breathing, alignment, and movement are inextricably linked.

For each exercise, use the "Customize Your Exercise" section to modify and add variety to your workout routine and to tailor your training to your goals and needs. The modifications make each exercise accessible to everyone, the variations add variety, and the progressions increase the difficulty level of each exercise and can be used as valuable steps in your journey to more demanding Pilates exercises. Breathing, concentration, and self-awareness techniques are also included, providing a unique exercise experience that enhances your body and mind.

Whether you are just beginning to explore the beauty and benefits of Pilates or have been practicing for years, Pilates Anatomy is a unique resource you will continually refer to.