Centered, Second Edition: Organizing the Body Through Kinesiology, Movement Theory and Pilates Techniques - Paperback

by Madeline Black (Author)

" I've read many books while studying the human body, anatomy and biomechanics. This tops the list. Get it." - 5-star Amazon review

Centered, Second Edition offers movement practitioners an interdisciplinary approach to physical training that combines the newest advances in science, adaptative biotensegrity principles, and the synthesis of Pilates, yoga, Gyrotonic(R) and fitness disciplines integral to the Madeline Black Method(TM). It clearly explains the complex system of human movement patterns based on gait, weaving together movement science, embodiment practices, movement re-education, and manual skills techniques. The text is generously illustrated with 476 color photos and 25 new color illustrations that together provide movement practitioners with the knowledge and practical exercises to advance their work through the most effective structural and functional movement practices for their clients.

Centered 2e is also applicable for the client who wishes to experience their body and develop self-help movement and mindful strategies.

Centered 2e provides:

Easy to follow practical how to' exercises and advanced techniques
46 video links for in-depth study and practice of the techniques in action
Corrective movement sequences both with and without Pilates apparatus
An understanding of movement patterning from clear descriptions and examples
Practice assessment techniques to easily observe movement strategies
How to discover and address the assessment findings and change strategies
Embodiment opportunities to explore the methodology
Accessible home program sequences for your clients
Ways to practice session sequences after each section

Centered 2e is the manual for any teacher of movement (Pilates, yoga, dance, martial arts, Gyrotonic(R)), physical trainers, physical therapists, movement practitioners and bodyworkers. Chiropractors, osteopaths, and orthopedic doctors will also gain insights from this book.

Author Biography

Madeline Black's life pursuit is the discovery of how the human body moves. This encompasses the creation of movement techniques based on Pilates, Yoga and Gyrotonic; the integration of manual work into the movement experience; and through her training of other teachers, helping others to sustain movement capacity throughout their lives.

Her extensive study and widely respected accomplishments in the field of movement and fitness have fueled her rise as an international leader in training and certification of Pilates instructors. Worldwide, her name is synonymous with the highest level of professional pursuit in the teaching and practice of Pilates. She has authored certification training manuals and many articles for industry magazines and online.

Madeline Black's first extensive book covering the range of her work will focus on biomechanics combined with personal stories and solutions through movement. Her book will be a source for all movement teachers and non-teachers, who will find its use invaluable in understanding their own body and for improving personal practice.