Explore the science behind over 50 pilates exercises to master each movement with confidence and control. Did you know that performing pilates can strengthen your core, improve flexibility and posture, and help to reduce stress and anxiety at the same time? Backed by scientific research, learn how Pilates exercises benefit every system in the body. Science of Pilates reveals the facts with annotated artworks that show the mechanics, the angles, how your blood flow and respiration are affected, the key muscle and joint actions working below the surface of each exercise, safe alignment, and much more! Go on a journey of self-discovery to explore: - Artworks detail the mechanics of each exercise, correct body posture, the muscles involved and how they engage to perform movements.