Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes is a science-based, multi-discipline approach to athletic conditioning. It helps you build a strong and flexible foundation by infusing Pilates into complete training programmes. The text features proven assessment protocols that have helped elite athletes reach and stay at the pinnacle of their careers. These can be used to evaluate your movement patterns, ranges of motion, strength bases, flexibility and core strength. This comprehensive guide includes detailed instructions for over 120 Pilates mat and traditional conditioning exercises. These help you strengthen your core, improve your posture and increase your flexibility. It also features other tips such as breathing exercises and resistance training for strength and power. Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes also includes 19 foundational, intermediate and sport-specific workouts to help you achieve your performance goals. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a professional athlete you'll learn how to become stronger, faster and healthier with Pilates.
Amy Lademann has dedicated her life to helping people improve their health and fitness for over 20 years. She began her Pilates career in 2002 with a certification through Polestar Pilates. Amy also has numerous certifications in several dance, yoga and fitness disciplines. Rick Lademann has worked with various organisations and professional teams throughout his career including the Chicago Bulls, USA Weightlifting, US Air Force Academy and USA Figure Skating. Following this Rick served as the strength coach at the University of California Berkley.
Title: Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes: An Integrated Approach to Performance and Recovery
Author: Rick Lademann,Amy Lademann
ISBN: 9781492557661
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Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
Publication Date: 2019-02-28
Number of Pages: 264
Weight: 0.5672 kg
I am so fortunate to have found Rick and Amy Lademann. Their extensive knowledge of Pilates and strength and conditioning has helped me achieve and maintain peak performance throughout my career. Without their training programs, I wouldn't be where I am today.
-Chris Sale, Pitcher for the Boston Red Sox
Today's athletes are looking for ways to develop optimal performance and longevity in their careers, and Pilates has become an important tool in that development. Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes is a must read for those looking to take their workouts into the future of athletic conditioning.
-Jeff Smith, First-Base Coach for the Minnesota Twins
The hardest thing for an athlete to find in the weight room every day is the desire to train. Rick Lademann and the Beyond Motion team create a fun and seriously detailed work environment, which made me want to be there and work even harder. Rick is one of the best strength coaches in the country, which is why so many world-class athletes seek him out for their off-season training programs. Having the book Pilates and Conditioning for Athletes is just like having him as your personal coach.
-Bronson Arroyo, Former MLB Pitcher, MLB All-Star
Rick Lademann has dedicated his life to coaching and developing professional athletes. He is the best I have ever seen at applying knowledge of how the body works to a specific sport. There's no team I would trust more than Rick and Amy Lademann to prepare me for a healthy, successful season.
-Collin Cowgill, Outfielder for the Philadelphia Phillies
