Step-by-step instructions for a variety of "Pilates exercises that can be done anywhere, anytime, and without machines."--Cover.

"From the unforgettable teacher Jessamyn Stanley comes Every Body Yoga, a book that breaks all the stereotypes. It's a book of inspiration for beginners of all shapes and sizes: If Jessamyn could transcend these emotional and physical barriers, so can we. It's a book for readers already doing yoga, looking to refresh their practice or find new ways to stay motivated. It's a how-to book: Here are easy-to-follow directions to 50 basic yoga poses and...

Now revised and updated the 225,000-copy fitness bestseller! Sixty-three percent of American men and 52 percent of American women participate in some form of exercise or sport. This fun and easy guide delivers just what people need to join this health-conscious majority or get more out of their current workouts. The book shows how to put together a personalized fitness program, from setting up an easy-to-stick-to exercise routine, choosing a health...

Illustrates the different stretches that can be done, including the meow and moo, shoulder rolls, and teeter totter.

Dr. Peeke adapts the unique insights of the popular Body-for-LIFE program to the specific hormonal, metabolic, and physiological requirements of women so they can achieve the same life-transforming results. She fashions a 12-week eating, exercise, and emotional health program, specially tailored to women.

"Specifically adapted Pilates for later life by a worldrenowned expert How to strengthen core muscles to deter or alleviate problems characteristic of growing older Focused on treating specific problems from joint pain to hip replacement to oesteoporosis Personalised programme creation and monitoring, addressing discomforts and problems from arthritic hands to pelvic floor weakness to circulation problems Practical ways to incorporate Pilates into...

Discusses nutrition and exercises guidelines and techniques designed to help with weight loss, improved health, and increased energy.

Author Hobbs lost 200 pounds without the help of surgery, pills, point systems, or a trendy diet. Just as important, she kept the weight off. Her dramatic turnaround began with five decisions--personal, no-excuses commitments that kept her from losing sight of her goals. It worked for Chantel and it will work for you. Once you unconditionally change your mind your body will follow, and your life will never be the same. This book will show you: how...

"Though we talk about wanting to "age gracefully," the truth is that when it comes to getting older, we're programmed to dread an inevitable decline: in our health, our looks, our sexual relationships, even the pleasure we take in living life. But as Christiane Northrup, M.D., shows us in this profoundly empowering book, we have it in us to make growing older an entirely different experience, for both our bodies and our souls. In chapters that blend...