Centered. Organizing the Body through Kinesiology, Movement Theory and Pilates Techniques

Part 1 Sole to spine Our base Motion of the leg Lower chain
Part 2 Central region Pelvis and spine in motion Trunk continuum Breath of life: the diaphragms
Part 3 Resilient shoulders to head Upper Limb Periphery: hands to trunk Movement of the head and neck
Part 4 The whole body conclusion Perception and felt self
APPENDIX A Home exercises for intrinsic foot mobility and strength
APPENDIX B Home exercises for foot and lower leg mobility and strength
APPENDIX C Movement releases for the shoulder complex
APPENDIX D Home exercises for head and neck

The second edition of Centered 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. 

Madeline Black's life pursuit is the discovery of how the human body moves. Over 30 years in the field of movement, her curiosity explored all aspects of movement in dance, Pilates, yoga, Gyrotonic (R), fitness training, and from studies of human biomechanics, applied biotensegrity, human cadaver dissection labs, osteopathic and manual therapies. Madeline developed the Madeline Black Method (TM), a movement method that improves function and strength based on intelligent assessments, manual techniques and exercise sequences that help people achieve their fullest movement potential. Her extensive study and widely respected accomplishments in the field of movement and fitness have fueled her rise as an international leader in movement and exercise education. What sets Madeline apart is her intuitive integrity, articulate awareness of the physical body and decades of expertise.Madeline Black offers opportunities to study "Madeline Black Method (TM) online and in person. Find out more about her teachings and presentations at www.madelineblack.com. Madeline has filmed many workshops and movement classes for Pilates Anytime and Fusion Pilates EDU Online. She has a private practice in Sonoma, CA USA.Madeline Black is also co-editor of the forthcoming book Pilates Applications for Health Conditions, and co-host of the Handspring Publishing webinar series of the same name.