Body Organics Manuals Book Review by Andrena de Franceschi
I have had the pleasure of attending workshops developed by the multidisciplinary practice of Body Organics. At the workshops we were provided with comprehensive manuals relating to the particular subject we were exploring. The cancer and autoimmune manual is a prime example of the depth and detail that is provided. At nearly 270 pages the book was written by Dr Janet Schloss and Carla Mullins addressing:
// various cancers and autoimmune conditions
// treatment options
// lymphedema
// balance and vestibular problems (often a consequence of diseases)
// complications from surgeries
// peripheral neuropathy
// osteoporosis
The detailed book with its coloured photos, logical layout, repertoire notes and explanations has been an enormous help when working with clients who do not fit the young and healthy model often seen on the front of most Pilates advertising.
Having completed my Pilates certification 13 years ago, I found the quality of information contained in these manuals to be excellent! It is fabulous to finally find resources useful for so many teachers of all levels. Needless to say when I found out about the new repertoire manuals from Body Organics I was excited and confident that they were likely to be of a similar high standard.
It is exciting to see new and traditional exercises with details that address muscular slings, gait patterns etc. and the photographic quality and descriptions of anatomy and conditions, desired outcomes with appropriate repertoire, coupled with the clear and uncluttered lay out make the manual exceptionally easy to quickly refresh your memory, or to simply discover something new.
The Body Organics manuals are a top quality tool that help to move our industry forward with a more professional presentation and mature approach to movement.
They are also suitable as reference for other movement practitioners, in fact anyone who is serious about improving their knowledge base in a meaningful manner.
The manuals can be purchased through body organics
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