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During the month of August, buy the Armchair Pilates series and get 2 Flex-Bands* FREE.
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 The STOTT PILATES’ Armchair Pilates video series consists of two workouts: Armchair Pilates increases circulation, strengthens posture and improves agility – all from the comfort of a chair. And Armchair Pilates plus Flex-Band* incorporates a resistance band to add challenge to seated exercises that work your abdominal, back and shoulder muscles. Both are excellent for people with reduced mobility.
Made of latex, the STOTT PILATES Flex-Band exerciser, is five feet long and available in regular and extra-strength. Get them both for free when you purchase the Armchair Pilates series by August 31st, 2003.
Armchair Pilates Series: US $29.90 | $39.90 CDN
Some restrictions apply. Offer expires midnight, E.S.T., August 31, 2003, and may not be combined with any other offer. For further details, please email or call us at 800-910-0001 ext. 250. To redeem please enter code ASA3.. Click to shop. |
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.new product |
Moira and Lindsay are among the finalists for this year’s coveted Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. The winners will be announced on October 2, 2003.
The Fitness Forum section, in the July/August issue of Dance Spirit magazine, features a series of exercises designed to strengthen glutes and hamstrings contributed by Katherine and Kimberly Corp, STOTT PILATES Instructor Trainers and co-owners of Pilates on Fifth studio in Manhattan.
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 Pre-order STOTT PILATES DVDs before September 15, 2003 and receive free shipping (on DVDs only).
The first eight titles to be released, Basic Pilates, The Secret to Flat Abs, Firm & Fit, Core Challenge, Strong & Streamlined, Relaxation Workout, Simple Stretches, and Be Kind to your Spine are expected to ship no later than September 30, 2003. Click for descriptions
Please quote code DVS3 Click to shop |
| .events |
| Join us at the following tradeshows and take advantage of our show specials to save up to 25% off the regular list price on demo equipment at selected shows. Preorder your equipment by contacting sales@stottpilates.com. Plus, fill out a ballot for your chance to win a STOTT PILATES gift certificate. While at our booth, we'd be happy to offer you a complimentary workout*** .......................... |
CAN-FIT-PRO, Toronto
Aug 14 to 17, 2003
Toronto, Ontario
Registration & Information: www.canfitpro.com
or 1-800-667-5622
TRADE SHOW HOURS:
Friday 12:30pm to 6:30pm
Saturday 10am to 6pm
If you would like a FREE tradeshow pass, just email your complete mailing address and the number of passes you would like.
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CAN-FIT-PRO PRE-CON:
Thursday, August 14
Pre-Natal Pilates
11am-2pm
Earn 0.3 STOTT PILATES & ACE CECs
This hands-on workshop outlines STOTT PILATES exercise variations designed for women who have reached their second trimester of pregnancy. Learn how to incorporate the Spine Supporter, Flex-Band*, Stability Ball and Split-Pedal Stability Chair* to the essential-level exercises as aids, to maintain lumbar and shoulder girdle stability.
Delegate member: $99
Delegate non-member: $109
Non-delegate member: $119
Non-delegate non-member: $159
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CAN-FIT-PRO PRE-CON:
Thursday, August 14
Split-Pedal Stability Chair
3pm-7pm
Earn 0.4 STOTT PILATES & ACE CECs
This fun and challenging workshop teaches you how to use the highly versatile Stability Chair machine to perform complex movements integrating bilateral and unilateral movement to develop greater neuromuscular control.
Delegate member: $139
Delegate non-member: $149
Non-delegate member: $159
Non-delegate non-member: $199 |
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| .education |
INTERNAL EDUCATION: upcoming courses at the STOTT PILATES International Certification Center in Toronto, Canada
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EXTERNAL EDUCATION: upcoming courses and workshops held at locations around the world. Locations with a star are STOTT Licenced Certification Centers. The rest are STOTT PILATES authorized hosted courses
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IMP Intensive Mat-Plus*
-- August 18 to 29, 2003
-- September 29 to October 10, 2003
-- November 10 to 21, 2003
IR Intensive Reformer
-- September 8 to 26, 2003
-- November 24 to December 12, 2003
ICCB Intensive Cadillac Chair & Barrels
-- September 29 toOctober 17, 2003
CMR Comprehensive Mat & Reformer
-- September 22, 2003 to January 15, 2004
ISP Injury and Special Populations
-- October 21 to 24, 2003
AM / AR / ACCB Advanced Repertoire
-- August 11 to 16
-- October 27 to November 1
Get more information on the certification program and course dates available in Toronto and elsewhere.
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USA
 SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA more info
-- Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – starts Aug 20
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA more info
-- Mat-based Flex-Band – Aug 23
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 5
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Sep 12
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA more info
-- Intensive Reformer - starts Oct18
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 26
-- Injury & Special Populations – starts Oct 2
BOULDER, COLORADO more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 12
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA more info
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Aug 15
-- Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – starts Sept 2
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Oct 10
FAIRFIELD, IOWA more info ..
-- Intensive Reformer - starts Oct 16
-- Intensive Mat-Plus - starts Oct 24
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MICHIGAN more info
-- Injury & Special Populations – starts Aug 27
-- Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – starts Sept 5
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Oct 3
SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 27
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Sept 27
-- Intensive Cadillac, Chair & Barrels – starts Oct 4
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Oct 10
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE more info
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Sept 12
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON more info
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Aug 23
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Sept 6
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 13
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 20
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Oct25
-- Advanced Matwork – starts Nov14
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CANADA
CALGARY, ALBERTA more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 19
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO more info
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Aug 18
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 5
INTERNATIONAL
LONDON, ENGLAND more info
-- Intensive Mat Plus – starts Aug 18
-- Intensive Reformer – starts Sept 1
MUNICH, GERMANY more info
-- Essential Reformer Workshop – Sept 20
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Aug 4
ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND more info
-- Intensive Mat-Plus – starts Sept 1
To register for these courses and workshops, please contact Jane at ext. 232
STOTT PILATES Training and Certification courses and workshops are also available at STOTT licensed certification centers throughout North America. Click for details and a center near you
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upcoming CEC workshops
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at 2200 Yonge Street in Toronto, Canada
Saturday, Sept 20
-- Essential and Intermediate BOSU**
-- 9am to 12pm
-- Ultimate Body Sculpting (Flex-Band 3)
-- 1pm to 3pm
Sunday, Sept 21
-- Foam Roller
-- 9am to 11am
-- 3-D Balance (Int. Mat-based Stability Ball)
-- 11:30am to 12:30pm
See the complete list of Workshops being offered both in Toronto and elsewhere. To register for Toronto courses and workshops, please contact Maria at ext. 246 |
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.exercise of the month ........Be certain to warm up before exercising. Click for important cautions
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Side Kick
STARTING POSITION
Lying on your side, pelvis and spine neutral. Legs long with hips bent slightly to angle legs forward for balance. Ankles flexed. Top leg raised to hip height. Head resting on extended bottom arm, palm down. Top hand resting in front of chest on mat for stability, scapula stabilized.
EXERCISE
INHALE keeping top leg straight and ankle flexed, kick leg forward twice with breath (two pulses), maintaining torso stabilization, neutral spine. (two small inhales)
EXHALE stabilize pelvis in neutral and reach leg back gently pointing toes. (one long exhale)
Complete 8-10 repetitions on each side.
FOCUS
-- Maintain abdominal contraction to avoid arching back,
-- especially as leg reaches back.
-- Avoid tension in upper trapezius.
-- Sensation of reaching toes away from crown of head as leg reaches back.
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1. starting position
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| Excerpted from the STOTT PILATES Comprehensive Matwork manual. STOTT PILATES manuals include additional instructional information, and modifications, not published here. |
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...All rights reserved. This material, including photographs, may not be copied or used in any form without express permission from Merrithew Corporation.
...*TM/R Trademark or registered trademark of Merrithew Corporation, used under license.
...**BOSU Trademark and registered trademark of D.W. Fitness, LLC, used under license.
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