FOLLOW THE STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOS IN THIS BOOK TO QUICKLY AND EASILY LEARN OVER 50 PILATES-BASED MOVEMENTS PERFORMED ON THE EXERCISE BALL

Specially designed by San Francisco--based Pilates expert Ellie Herman for her studio clients, the exercises in this book combine the powerful slimming and shaping effects of Pilates with the low-impact, high-intensity workout of the ball. Adding fun, variety and increased effectiveness, the ball transforms traditional Pilates moves into an unparalleled workout offering:

-Aerobic conditioning
-Muscle toning
-Body...

The Martial Artist's Book of Yoga opens with a brief introduction describing the ancient connection between yoga and martial arts. Next the authors explains some limited but important background anatomy.

However, the vast majority of the book is the practice sections. Each of these sections focus on a specific martial art practice, such as kicks, strikes etc. Each section explains the varies elements that are needed to be successful with the particular practice and examines in depth specific movements from different traditions, such as a karate kick etc. Each of these sections then...

RAISE YOUR GAME TO A HIGHER LEVEL
Successful athletes combine great skill with explosive power. If you want to improve your skills: practice, practice, practice. If you want to improve your power: do PLYOMETRICS.

With over 70 exercises specially designed to enhance your speed, power, jumping and agility, Plyometrics for Athletes at All Levels gives you the winning advantage. Whether you're a weekend enthusiast or a professional athlete, these exercises--each of which is fully illustrated with step-by-step photos--are...

FUNCTIONAL TRAINING IS THE FASTEST, MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO GET AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION
Push your muscle development and athletic abilities to incredible new heights with Functional Training for Athletes of All Levels. Functional training conditions your body to respond to the strenuous demands of athletic competition. This method goes far beyond standard isolation movements, done sitting down, that simply increase muscular bulk. Functional training coordinates you muscles to work together to produce explosive power, tightrope-walker balance and cat-like...

GO BEYOND THE BALL WITH TODAY'S NEWEST STRENGTH AND BALANCE EXERCISES.

Balance training--or working out on unstable surfaces like the BOSU, ball and core board--forces you to use the deep, inner muscles that other workouts miss. These are the muscles that make you look sleek, toned and sexy.
Whether exercising on the mat at home or working on a balance tool at the gym, Balance Training will help you dramatically sculpt your legs, butt and stomach while improving overall strength and posture. Your core and foundational muscles will never be weak and flabby...