A huge heartfelt thank you to the many people who helped to make this book possible. Thank you to my agent, Carol Roth, and to my editor, Jodi Davis, both for their enduring support to give this project life. Thank you to my mother and to my father for instilling in me since childhood an appreciation for the value of the richness of my cultural legacy that includes East Asian, American, and European influences. I especially appreciate all my many Pilates students and teachers who have led me to become a better teacher and supporter of all who seek to improve their well being. A big thank you to my brother, Ken Iwama, and to Kay McGuire for assisting with the photography for the exercise illustrations. Thanks always to Georgia, Anthony, and Mia, and to Marirose at m.rose sportswear for their constant support and faith in me.
