What's Your Favorite Anatomy Book?
It’s no doubt that an understanding of anatomy is one key to being a good Pilates teacher. A reader recently asked if we could recommend some good books on the topic. Here are a few that are popular among Pilates teachers we polled. If you don’t see your favorite, please post a recommendation in the comments section!
Anatomy of Movement
Anatomy Coloring Book
Anatomy of Pilates from The PhysicalMind Institute
Anatomy Trains
Posted on Monday, August 6, 2007 at 08:00AM
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Amy Leibrock
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Principles and exercises for improving technique and avoiding common injuries.
It was recently released in 2007 and many Pilates instructors are contacting me to say that they are finding it an extremely useful reference.
It is published by Human Kinetics and available from them, amazon.com or myself.
"Concentration on the image of the movement will let the central nervous system choose the most efficient neuromuscular coordination for its performance..."
Trail Guide to the Body 3rd Edition by Andrew Biel. It is published by Books of Discovery. You can also purchas a student workbook, and flash cards that correspond to the textbook. It is absolutely fabulous, and if you have little or no background in anatomy prior to your pursuit of pilates instruction, I believe an absolute must. It is easy to read, clear explanations, great visualizations of muscle movement, and a worthwhile investment in your career.
Trail Guide to the Body 3rd Edition by Andrew Biel. It is published by Books of Discovery. You can also purchas a student workbook, and flash cards that correspond to the textbook. It is absolutely fabulous, and if you have little or no background in anatomy prior to your pursuit of pilates instruction, I believe an absolute must. It is easy to read, clear explanations, great visualizations of muscle movement, and a worthwhile investment in your career.
Trail Guide to the Body 3rd Edition by Andrew Biel. It is published by Books of Discovery. You can also purchas a student workbook, and flash cards that correspond to the textbook. It is absolutely fabulous, and if you have little or no background in anatomy prior to your pursuit of pilates instruction, I believe an absolute must. It is easy to read, clear explanations, great visualizations of muscle movement, and a worthwhile investment in your career.