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Pilates for Breast Cancer Rehabilitation

Reintroduce your client’s body to exercise following breast cancer treatment with this gentle workout. These specifically-designed exercises using toning balls, will help begin to restore mobility,...

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Pilates on the Ball

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Phase-One Exercises for Breast Cancer, Part One

According to the National Cancer Institute, approximately 2.4 million women living in the United States in 2004 had been treated for breast cancer (American Cancer Society 2007). Fortunately, thanks to...

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Phase-One Exercises for Breast Cancer, Part Two

In the second part of phase-one programming for breast cancer survivors, the goal is to continue to introduce some very basic biomechanical principles commonly used in Pilates. These principles focus...

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Pilates Exercises for Breast Cancer: Rebuilding the Foundation, Part Three

As you begin this third part of our phase-one programming for breast cancer survivors, it’s critical to acknowledge the importance of parts one and two of the program; to adhere to the goals of each...

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100: STOTT PILATES® Pilates with Props, Level 1 & 2

Add interest, intensity and challenge to your Matwork™ routine with this innovative and upbeat mat-based workshop. Learn how to incorporate the Flex-Band® exerciser, Fitness Circle® resistance ring and...

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210: STOTT PILATES®: Essential Reformer on the V2 Max Plus™

Explore how altering the angle of resistance can facilitate and expand the existing reformer repertoire. Learn a series of Essential–level exercises using the V2 Max Plus Reformer adjustable pulley...

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260: STOTT PILATES®: Reformer With the Fitness Circle®

Seasoned instructors recognize the benefits of incorporating the Fitness Circle into most Matwork® sessions. Learn how the resistance ring can bring the same variety and challenge into group or private...

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332: STOTT PILATES®: Total-Body Sculpting

Explore exercises that increase core and peripheral strength, and also add multidimensional joint movements, variety and challenge to the basic Flex–Band® exerciser routine. Discover how the resistance...

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350: STOTT PILATES®: Programming 1 on the V2 Max Plus™ Reformer

Learn how to transform the STOTT PILATES V2 Max Plus Reformer to explore selected Essential–level exercises on the mat, reformer and Cadillac. Discover how to cue, correct and modify for individuals...

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371: Visions-The Pilates of Tomorrow

Join this distinguished panel of experts for a mindful discussion of relevant issues facing Pilates professionals today. Panel members will explore individual strengths and differences, as well as...

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116: STOTT PILATES®: Toning Ball™ Workout

The soft, handheld Toning Balls are a great addition to a workout when you incorporate them into select exercises from the STOTT PILATES Essential Matwork repertoire. The use of these weighted balls...

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360: STOTT PILATES®: Functional Training With the Fitness Circle®

Long used as a staple in private or group training sessions, learn how the Fitness Circle can be incorporated into a series of less traditional Matwork exercises. The resistance ring adds challenge to...

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TRX Pilates

The perfect compliment Pilates with the TRX suspension trainer, check out these moves!

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TRX Pilates

The perfect compliment Pilates with the TRX suspension trainer, check out these moves!

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149: STOTT PILATES®: Programming on the Tower Trainer

The new Tower Trainer is a unique piece of equipment that can provide resistance or assistance to any fundamental workout routine. Learn how to utilize the bar, springs and straps of the Tower to get a...

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389: STOTT PILATES®: Athletic Conditioning on the Tower Trainer

Looking for new ways to help clients improve their athletic skills? Learn how this new free-standing tower uses a secured bar along with springs and straps to produce an unparalleled athletic workout....

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187: ZEN•GA™ V2 Vinyasa on the V2 Max Plus™ Reformer, Level 1

Experience a one-of-a-kind ZEN•GA vinyasa routine on the V2 Max Plus Reformer. Discover a unique blend of the foundational principles of yoga and STOTT PILATES®. When the two methods are combined, they...

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458: STOTT PILATES®: Jumpboard Strength and Conditioning

This workout highlights the Jumpboard’s versatile ability to emphasize programming to improve the strength and stability of hip, knee and ankle joints. Increased spring resistance also emphasizes...

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233: ZEN•GA™: Power and Strength

Energize both your body and your mind with this fluid but powerful workout created by the Merrithew Health and Fitness™ team. Experience how the foundational principles of yoga and STOTT...

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010: ZEN•GA™: Mindful Movement—Breathing Workout and Fluid...

This series of mindful movement workouts, created by the Merrithew Health & Fitness™ team, is based on the foundation that proper breathing is the key to a healthy, nourished and vibrant body....

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311: ZEN•GA™: V2 Vinyasa on the V2 Max Plus™ Reformer, Level 1

Experience a one-of-a-kind ZEN•GA™ Vinyasa routine on the V2 Max Plus™ Reformer developed by the Merrithew Health & Fitness™ team. This new, innovative program offers a unique blend of the...

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417: STOTT PILATES® Athletic Conditioning on the Cardio-Tramp™...

In this workshop, designed by the Merrithew Health and Fitness™ team, participants learn innovative new programming on the STOTT PILATES® Reformer and Cardio-Tramp™ Rebounder. The workout, designed to...

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244: STOTT PILATES® Reformer & Padded Platform Extender

The Reformer can be an outstanding tool to train and condition exercisers of any fitness level. In this workshop, designed by the Merrithew Health and Fitness™ Team, learn how to make this training...

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300: STOTT PILATES® Programming for Osteoporosis Management Workout

Clients with osteoporosis face genuine issues when looking for a suitable exercise program. This flexion free workout, developed by the Merrithew Health and Fitness™ Team, will share programming ideas...

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331: STOTT PILATES® Reformer and Fitness Circle®

In this session, developed by the Merrithew Health and Fitness™ team, learn how the Fitness Circle® can bring variety and challenge into group or private reformer settings. Add more challenge to...

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424: STOTT PILATES® Stabilization Principles

Discover the foundation of the STOTT PILATES® exercise repertoire with this stabilization principles workshop, developed by the Merrithew Health and Fitness™ team. Explore the functional anatomy,...

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A Career Path for the Pilates Instructor

With 8.6 million participants, Pilates is the fastest-growing exercise activity in the United States, according to a recent report from the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (Rovell 2010). The...

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250: ZEN•GA™ Power & Strength

Experience firsthand how the mindful movement principles of the ZEN•GA method are explored in a routine that brings calm and peace of mind, and strength and control to the body. This challenging...

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659: STOTT PILATES®: Jumpboard Interval Training on the...

Learn to challenge and motivate clients and classes using the new Cardio-Tramp Rebounder on the reformer. Innovative and simple combinations are separated with intervals of upper- and lower-body...

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528: STOTT PILATES®: Jumpboard Strength and Conditioning

Repeated as a workout, session #413. See page 32 for full description.

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288: ZEN•GA™: V2 Vinyasa on the V2 Max Plus™ Reformer®, Level 1

This new and innovative program, developed by the Merrithew Health & Fitness team, offers a unique application of the ZENGA™ mindful movement principles, resulting in an innovative fusion workout...

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453: ZEN•GA™: V2 Vinyasa on the V2 Max Plus™ Reformer®, Level 2

Building upon positions in ZEN•GA V2 Vinyasa, Level 1, this Level 2 program increases the demands on the neuromyofascial web, improving strength and stamina. Developed by the Merrithew Health &...

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289: STOTT PILATES®: Dynamic Balance, Stability Ball™, Level 2

One of the best ways to strengthen the core is on an unstable platform and this workshop, created by the team at Merrithew Health & Fitness, will teach you to do just that! This fun and...

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638: ZEN•GA™: Fascial Fitness—Exploring Arm Lines

The Merrithew Health & Fitness experts present a ZEN•GA workshop incorporating the latest findings in fascial research. Many believe the myofascial lines act as global tension complexes that...

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418: STOTT PILATES®: Arc Barrel Workshop

Learn select exercises from the STOTT PILATES® Essential Matwork™ repertoire incorporating the Arc Barrel for support, challenge and variety in this interactive workshop, developed by the Merrithew...

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828: ZEN•GA™: Flowing Sequences

Develop the grace of a dancer and the power of a warrior with this mindful workout that combines elements of movement and flow with a deep awareness of connection and control. Created by the experts at...

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214: STOTT PILATES®: Matwork™ With Weights

Developed by the Merrithew Health & Fitness team, this fluid workout promotes breath to enhance the quality of movement, energizing the body and calming the mind. Small handheld weights are...

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509: ZEN•GA™ Flow Workout

Develop the grace of a dancer with the power of a warrior with the ZEN•GA™ Flow Workout, developed by the team of experts from Merrithew Health & Fitness™. A moving meditation, this mindful workout...

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808: STOTT PILATES®: Extreme Pilates-Athletic Conditioning on the Mat

This workshop, developed by the Merrithew Health & Fitness team, demonstrates dynamic movements that take full advantage of the body's own weight and gravity. Guaranteed to develop ultimate...

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112: ZEN•GA™ Mindful Movement: Breathing Workout and Fluid...

This mindful movement workout, developed by the Merrithew Health & Fitness team, uses the foundation that proper breathing is the key to a healthy, nourished and vibrant body, and that a flowing...

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260: TRX®: Training for Active Seniors

65 is the new 45! Older populations have never been more motivated to stay active and healthy than right now. Learn how to use the TRX Suspension Trainer™ to improve function and keep seniors pursuing...

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200: TRX®: Training for Body Transformation

Every client wants to look better naked. Learn how to apply TRX training principles to guarantee your client’s body transformation. This session unveils the best practices for weight loss and provides...

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482: TRX®: Dynamic Fascial Flow

Combine the recent scientific findings in the body's tensile network of fascia with the stabilizing qualities of suspension training. Learn to increase tension integrity and optimal force transmission...

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721: TRX® for Healthy Aging

“65 is the new 45.” The older population has never been more motivated to stay active and healthy than right now. Learn how to use the TRX Suspension Trainer™ to improve function and keep seniors...

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422: Halo®: Foundations to Integrated Body Weight Training

Halo training provides overall body conditioning that incorporates strength and endurance work, flexibility training, interval training and injury prevention. In this hands-on workshop, developed by...

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512: STOTT PILATES®: Total Body Sculpting, Flex-Band®, Level 2

Explore exercises to increase core and peripheral strength, while adding multidimensional joint movements, variety and challenge to the basic Flex-Band exerciser routine developed by the MERRITHEW...

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664: ZEN∙GA™: Power and Strength

Experience firsthand how the mindful movement principles of the ZEN∙GA method are explored in a routine that brings calm and peace of mind, and strength and control to the body. This challenging...

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752: STOTT PILATES®: Intermediate Matwork™

For participants already familiar with basic Matwork exercises, this interactive workshop, developed by the MERRITHEW team, teaches select exercises from the STOTT PILATES Intermediate Matwork...

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103: Halo® Training: Building Intensive Interval Programs

Explore how the Halo Trainer can be used alone or in conjunction with a Stability Ball™, medicine ball and resistance tubing to create a totally unique interval-style workout designed by the MERRITHEW...

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