Pilates for the Dressage Rider: Engaging the Human Spine Using Pilates - Rilegato

Dulak, Janice

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0939481723 ISBN 13: 9780939481729

Casa editrice: Trafalgar Square Pub, 2006

Riassunto

While they use different terms, both Pilates and dressage share an emphasis on the torso, or "Powerhouse" in Pilates-speak, and achieving core strength, good posture, and muscle flexibility. The goals of a Pilates program are often identical to what riders try to achieved in the saddle in the sport of dressage. The book shares three basic goals: to give the reader an introduction to Pilates and basic workout to do at home or on the horse, to help the rider understand and gain control over the engagement of her own spine, and to guide the rider toward using the knowledge gained through the practice of Pilates to help her find new ways to use her body to improve her riding. The exercises in the book have been culled from the over 500 Pilates exercises and have been specifically chosen to best suit the needs of the dressage rider. Clear photos and detailed instructions clarify each exercise. Written with input of physical therapist Katrin Haselbacher, Pilates for Dressage Riders is required reading for any serious student of dressage.

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Recensione:

Get the feel for common dressage principles through this popular exercise method. --USDF Connection

Pilates classes are springing up all over Britain in response to an ever-increasing demand. Most find it a great way of developing a core strength that gives greater freedom to movement. It is the principle behind dressage training of the horse and is of immense practical value to a dressage rider. This book give exercises that can be done at home and are particularly relevant to the rider. --British Dressage

Get back into shape for riding with this great book, which teaches you how to build core strength, good posture and muscle flexibility - all of which are vital for riding. Despite the book's title, you don't have to be a dressage rider to make use of it - the exercises can benefit all riders, no matter what their chosen discipline. --Horse and Rider Magazine

L'autore:

Janice Dulak is a Level Two Pilates instructor, one of only a handful to achieve this certifcation and, as such, is considered a second generation Pilates instructor, training teachers from around the world. A dressage rider herself, Dulak is also a popul

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• Editore: Trafalgar Square Pub
• Data di pubblicazione: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0939481723
• ISBN 13: 9780939481729
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 158
• Disegnatore: Sandor Eva