Power Pilates - Beginner Workout

The Power Pilates method is founded in the words of its namesake Joseph Hubertus Pilates. Its focus: the body's vital energy core. The Power Pilates Mat Workouts, created by Dr. Howard Sichel, co-owner Susan Moran-Perich, directors Bob Liekens and Dana Leigh, as well as the Power Pilates senior team of trainers, improve posture, range of motion of joints and flexibility of muscles. Beginner Workout is the starting point for a flowing, proven exercise system that will change your health, body and life with a consistent, three-times-per-week program. Each program includes an instructor performing the ideal and modified version of the exercises. To perform the ideal version you must be able to initiate the exercise without your abdominals popping out. If you are unable to do so, follow the modified version. This will insure that you are strengthening your core musculature and getting the full benefit of all the movements. The core musculature is the equal balance between your abdominals and lower back. Receive the full benefits of core strengthening by pulling your abs in and up in all movements and not allowing them to pop out.

Power Pilates Bonus Features: Private Instruction - still photo with voiceover narration including detailed corrections of each exercise. Glossary - Visual footage demonstrating and explaining the language used in the DVD to help deepen your workout. Back Safety Chapter - A 15-minute daily regimen for anyone with chronic lower back weakness. Digitally Mastered In High Definition, NTSC.