I became a group fitness instructor, personal trainer, and a comprehensively trained Pilates Instructor. As a Pilates instructor working in “big box” gyms, mat classes strictly based on “the order” were a challenge because of the varied levels of students in a group class. I wanted to give my students more options and I found the book, Pilates Illustrated by Portia Page.
Portia’s detailed descriptions in Pilates Illustrated have provided me with solid cueing integrations and the pictures really helped me because I am a visual learner. For years I have used Portia’s book as a reference guide to make certain exercises more accessible or challenging for my mat class students. The options that I learned in Pilates Illustrated for standing, sitting, props and targeted routines have definitely enriched the programming of my mat classes. Pilates Illustrated remains a staple in my repertoire.
- Mychele Sims NCPT, Pilates Instructor
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