STOTT PILATES: Advanced Reformer 2nd Edition

This instructional DVD introduces Pilates professionals to the highest level of STOTT PILATES Reformer repertoire. Master Instructor Trainers Moira Merrithew and John Geary review select Advanced Reformer exercises, thoroughly breaking down movement patterns and demonstrating how strength, flexibility, balance, control and endurance are challenged to their highest degree. You'll learn how to use Reformer apparatus to escalate workload, altering the base of support and body position rather than increasing resistance. Many exercises performed continue the progression from the Essential and Intermediate levels, while others offer unique movement patterns. You'll learn how to teach and perform the exercises safely and recognize when clients are ready to proceed to this level of intensity.

Workout level: Advanced
Language tracks: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German
Required equipment: Reformer, Reformer Box, Maple Pole and Platform Extender

The second edition of the STOTT PILATES Advanced Reformer program will challenge even the most highly trained athlete. By increasing speed and maintaining fluidity, the intensity of this workout will strengthen the entire body.

DVD Contents:

57 exercises
Workout Time – 79 min
DVD Length – 170 min

Chapters:

Exercises: Footwork (Second Position), Hundred, Short Spine, Coordination, Back Rowing, Front Rowing, Swan Dive Prep, Arms Pulling Straps, Back Stroke, Teaser Prep, Breast Stroke, Horseback Prep, Long Stretch, Down Stretch, Up Stretch, Arabesque / Attitude Prep, Long Back Stretch, Stomach Massage, Tendon Stretch Prep, Overhead Prep, Semi-Circle, Chest Expansion, Thigh Stretch, Side Arm Work, Reverse Expansion, Snake, Twist, Corkscrew, Balance Control, Rocking, Feet Pulling Straps, Swimming, Swan Dive, Grasshopper, Short Box (Round Back, Straight Back, Twist with Round Back, Lean, Tree), Mermaid, Elephant, Leg Circles, Long Spine, Knee Stretches, Running, Hip Lift, Shoulder Bridge, Hip Rolls, Single Thigh Stretch, Front Splits, Back Splits, Side Splits, Control Front, Control Back, High Bridge, Star Prep

Bonus clips: Cueing & Modifications for Advanced Reformer, Reformer Features & Safety, 2nd edition

Bonus Features:

Review the STOTT PILATES Five Basic Principles
Choose to work out with or without instructor's voice
Preview another challenging title
View instructors' bios
Learn more about Merrithew equipment and education

Moira Merrithew, together with President and CEO of Merrithew, Lindsay G. Merrithew, has spent over two decades promoting the benefits of responsible exercise through their brands STOTT PILATES, ZEN•GA and CORE Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training. Working closely with a team of physical therapists, sports medicine and fitness professionals, they ensure all programming is aligned with current scientific and biomechanical research.

John Garey is a Master Instructor Trainer for Merrithew and an integral member of the company’s programming team. John specializes in STOTT PILATES and CORE Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training. He is also a featured instructor in many Merrithew professional and consumer DVDs sold around the world.