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Index
Cover Image
Title Page
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Table of Contents
Introduction
How to Use this Book
Terminology
About Joseph Pilates
The Reformer
Chapter 1: Footwork and Yo-yoing of the Pelvis
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises That Risk Yo-yoing the Pelvis
Chapter 2: Teaser and Its Effect on the Perineum
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises That Carry Similar Risks for the Perineum
Chapter 3: Stomach Massage and Inversion of the Lumbar Curve
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises That Carry Similar Risks for the Lumbar Disks
Chapter 4: Elephant and Pressure on the Wrist
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises That Present Similar Challenges to the Wrists
Chapter 5: Long Stretch and Hyperextension of the Wrist
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises That Present Similar Challenges to the Wrists
Chapter 6: Down Stretch and Lumbar Hyperextension
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises Where There Is a Risk of L5/S1 Hyperextension
Chapter 7: Forward Lunge and Foot/Ankle Instability
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises That Encourage Ankle Instability
Chapter 8: Side Sit-ups (Short Box) and the Vertebral Ligaments
Principles of the Exercise
Anatomical Landmarks
Consequences
Solutions and Prevention
Other Exercises That Carry Similar Risks for the Spine
Appendix: Summary Chart
Further Reading
Footnotes
Index
About the Author
About Inner Traditions • Bear & Company
Books of Related Interest
Copyright & Permissions
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